Chairperson and Full Professor

Chairperson and Full Professor

Working Title
- Chairperson and Full Professor

Department
- Nutrition & Health Sciences UNL-1041

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? - No

Planned Hire Date
- July 2026

Description of Work - NHS is a vibrant department with strong enrollment, nationally recognized programs, and an outstanding faculty known for excellence in teaching, research/creative activity, Extension, and community engagement. The Chairperson will lead the department in shaping its next phase of growth and innovation while aligning efforts with the broader strategic priorities of the College of Education and Human Sciences (CEHS), the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and the University of Nebraska System's Odyssey to Extraordinary.

This position will collaborate with the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR). This is a 12-month appointment with approximately 70% administrative leadership and 30% faculty role. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Organizational & Operational Management
• Academic Excellence & Program Stewardship
• Research Advancement & External Resource Generation
• Stakeholder, Community, & Alumni Relations
• Faculty Role (Teaching/Research/Extension/Outreach)
• Institutional Service

About the Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences

NHS is part of the College of Education and Human Sciences and advances the health and well-being of individuals, families, communities, and businesses. Programs span dietetics, athletic training, nutrition and biomedical sciences, community health and wellness, exercise and health sciences, and hospitality, restaurant, and tourism management. The department hosts the NIH-funded Nebraska Center for the Prevention of Obesity Diseases and maintains strong interdisciplinary ties with IANR.

Mission:
Enhance human health and well-being through discovery and application of scientific knowledge.

Vision:
Create a comprehensive and collaborative research and learning environment that advances health, hospitality, experiential learning, and community engagement.

Core Values:
Collaboration, cultural responsiveness, innovation, multidisciplinary approaches, and the creation and application of new knowledge.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Minimum

Required Qualifications
- Earned doctorate degree in Nutrition Science, Exercise Science, Dietetics, Hospitality, or a closely related discipline. Experience in higher education, including a record of programmatic extramurally funded research, teaching, Extension, outreach, and/or service. Demonstrated leadership abilities. Excellence in teaching, research/creative activity, Extension, and/or outreach with a record that meets the qualifications for promotion and tenure to Full Professor based on UNL and CEHS standards.

Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated skill in working across disciplinary and programmatic boundaries. Experience managing financial, physical, and human resources. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an emphasis on communication with a variety of stakeholder groups. Leadership experience working collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.

Work Location (City, State) - Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

How to Apply

- Click "Apply for this Job," complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative Information Form, and attach the following documents:

• Letter of application describing your qualifications and your leadership approach specific to this position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of leadership philosophy. Attach as "Other Document."
• Contact information for three professional references that can speak to your abilities to carry out the responsibilities of the position. Please include mailing address, phone number, and email.

For more information, contact Dr. Michael Merten, Search Committee Chair via email: michael.merten.