Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science Teaching Faculty, CFS Professional

Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science Teaching Faculty, CFS Professional (10-month contract) Responsibilities

• 80% teaching in both undergraduate and graduate dietetics programs
• Teach courses in nutrition and dietetics at the undergraduate and graduate level
• Develop courses to meet the ACEND knowledge and competency requirements for dietitians
• Utilize varied instruction delivery methods including face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats
• Support and engage students for retention and success
• Engage in activities to remain current in dietetics and maintain practitioner skills
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students
• 20% citizenship and NDFS 100 Coordinator:
  • Coordinate the department NDFS 100 Essentials of Human Nutrition course: lead curriculum development and revisions for face‑to‑face, online, and independent study courses;
  • Coordinate and facilitate course logistics with stakeholders
  • Hire, train, and manage teaching assistants
  • Manage budget for teaching assistants
  • Participate in committees and assignments in the department, college, and university
  • Interact with colleagues, students and others with civility and respect
  • Provide service and leadership in professional organizations as appropriate
  • Provide service in community as appropriate

• Master’s degree completed by start date
• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and maintaining sufficient CEUs to retain credential throughout employment
• Certified Dietitian (CD) with the State of Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (or certified by hire date)
• Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)
• Minimum 3 years professional experience post credentialing

• Doctorate preferred
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development
• Experience providing medical nutrition therapy (inpatient and/or outpatient)

• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend and abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church

• Mission Alignment Statement
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Credential
• Mission Alignment Statement (for non‑Latter‑Day Saint applicants, a description of understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education)

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including for disability and protected veteran status.