Instructor or Assistant Professor; CHP Dietetics and Nutrition

Program Director Master of Science in Dietetics

The College of Health Professions (CHP) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks applicants for the full-time (12 months) faculty and Program Director position for the Master of Science in Dietetics (MSDI) program in the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications and college promotion and tenure criteria.

The Department of Dietetics and Nutrition houses two academic programs:
Master of Science Dietetics Internship (MSDI) and Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (MSCN). The MSCN program is offered 100% online. The MSDI program is offered on both the UAMS Little Rock and North West Arkansas Campuses. The Program Director reports directly to the chair of the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition. The program director is part of the dietetics and nutrition faculty and will actively participate in team meetings and long-term planning for both the MSDI and MSCN programs.

Closing Date: 08/20/2026

Type of Position:
Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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Department: CHP | Dietetic Internship

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Summary of

Job Duties:

Program Director for the Master of Science in Dietetics (MSDI) program in the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition at UAMS.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Certification, a Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, minimum of five (5) years of recent clinical experience, experience precepting dietetic supervised practice rotations, demonstrated university teaching proficiency in dietetics and nutrition, knowledge of current, emerging, and future trends in dietetics and nutrition, excellent management and supervisory skills, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities include maintaining program compliance to ACEND accreditation standards, maintaining accurate records and preparing reports for accreditation, assuring effective program operations, participating in recruiting efforts on and off campus, overseeing ongoing program assessment, participating in budget planning, planning and conducting advisory committee meetings, maintaining current knowledge of professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development, assuming the leadership role in the continued development of the program, faculty, and staff, designing and delivering instruction in area(s) of expertise, contributing to program and curriculum assessment and planning activities, supervising students in clinical practicum requirements, effectively evaluating student performance, academic advising of students, engaging in scholarly and service activities consistent with university, college and expectation for core faculty, and other responsibilities as assigned.

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title).

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug…