Culinary Science Instructor

Location: Hyde Park

The anticipated hiring salary for this position is $75,000. This salary range is for Lecturing Instructors. Individuals with higher academic qualifications which would merit a higher academic rank may be eligible for a higher salary. Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process.

The CIA offers a substantial benefits package that includes medical coverage available at no cost to qualifying employees, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, retirement savings plan with high employer contributions, a generous paid time off program, and more!

As the benefits package at the CIA results in a significant value above the base hiring salary for this position, we encourage you to apply so that our recruiters can share more information with you about the benefits of working for the CIA.

POSITION SUMMARY

As an integral member of the School of Culinary Science, Health, and Nutrition, the faculty member will foster scientific understanding, culinary skills, critical thinking, and evidence-based approaches to food systems through classroom, kitchen, and lab-based experiential learning approaches. Working in an interdisciplinary environment that integrates culinary and baking and pastry arts with fundamental and applied sciences such as food science, nutrition, chemistry, biology, and psychology, the faculty member will collaborate with various instructors in the educational delivery of culinary science, food safety, applied nutrition, and basic scientific coursework.

Faculty members in the School of Culinary Science, Health, and Nutrition have a strong degree of curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to engage across culinary and scientific perspectives in support of a unique interdisciplinary curriculum.

Culinary Institute of America (CIA) faculty members are responsible for teaching students, developing curriculum, service to the Institute, and conducting research to a high standard of professionalism. The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: preparing lecture plans, teaching and evaluating students, and preparing and revising educational materials. Faculty members also provide professional and career advice for students pursuing careers in the food industry, maintain office hours, assist students who are having difficulty with studies, and honor college policies.

Faculty are also expected to contribute to the overall operation of the college and support the mission of the Institute, by acting as ambassadors of the CIA.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

* Develop, refine, and manage interdisciplinary curriculum focused on culinary science, food safety, applied nutrition, and basic science - both in theory and in hands-on practice.

* Instruct lectures and hands-on classes on-campus, off-campus, or remotely, to a standard consistent with the professional standards of the CIA.

* Contribute to a professional, inclusive, and inquiry-driven learning environment.

* In culinary science classes supervise students in preparing quality food within Institute guidelines.

* Enforce sanitation principles (appropriate to particular teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute's Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies.

* Engage in practical and applied research in culinary science.

* Cultivate and support student interest and efforts in applied research focusing on culinary science principles.

* Disseminate research insights in culinary science informed practices.

* Stay abreast of new developments in the fields of culinary science, food safety, applied nutrition, and basic science; plan professional development on an annual basis.

* Contribute to the management of equipment and facilities of the Institute (kitchens, analytical laboratory, sensory laboratory, lecture classrooms, etc.).

* Prepare daily lecture plans for classes and teach classes as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute.

* Work individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who need assistance in their studies.

* Provide regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluate and document student performance using established methods and criteria.

* File course grades within the designated time frame, without prejudice.

* Compile and present instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines, and class schedules as assigned.

* Utilize the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught.

* Maintain records of student attendance, student progress, and grade…