Food Sciences Lab – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Fall 2026) – College of Natural Sciences

Grand Canyon University•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Natural Sciences at Grand Canyon University (GCU) is seeking passionate faculty members to join their team. Faculty at GCU are dedicated to engaging and assisting students in various scientific disciplines, fostering the advancement of scientific knowledge, and serving as energetic advisors committed to student growth. This role offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at the Phoenix campus. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, passionate about teaching, and committed to delivering exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes. GCU's mission is to help students find their purpose, and this instructor role is an integral part of that mission.

Requirements

Master's in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Nutritional Science/Dietetics, Biological Science or Exercise Science with emphasis/certifications in nutrition/dietetics.
Attach unofficial transcript reflecting degree earned with 18 graduate credit hours in the areas listed above.
Attach unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate or Master’s in Nutritional Science/Dietetics, Biological Science or Exercise Science with emphasis/certifications in nutrition/dietetics.

Responsibilities

Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University