Lecturer 1 (DPD Director)

Texas A&M • Prairie View, TX

11d

About The Position

This position will be the Director of Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), teach undergraduate level courses in dietetics including, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutrition Counseling, and Food Service Management that support the Human Nutrition and Food program. This is a full-time 9 month appointment that will have an additional 3 month summer appointment for administrative responsibilities. “The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.”

Requirements

• M.S. in Nutritional Sciences or Clinical Nutrition
• Demonstrate proficiency in ability to coordinate a DPD program
• 1 to 2 years of undergraduate teaching experience
• Current licensure or eligible for licensure as a Registered Dietitian (RD) in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate level courses in Dietetics including, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutrition Counseling, and Food Service Management that support the Human Nutrition and Food program.
• Serve as Director of Undergraduate Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD).
• Maintain and manage student records, including student advising plans and verification statements.
• Coordinate student field placement planning and evaluation.
• Facilitate processes for continuous program evaluation and student learning outcomes assessment.
• Maintain program accreditation, including timely submission of fees, reports and requests for major program changes.
• Timely submission of required documentation supporting the graduate's eligibility for a Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing exam.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees