Lecturer in Nutrition

Lecturer in Nutrition (Part-Time)

The School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering invites part‑time faculty candidates for the position of Lecturer in Nutrition. This role involves teaching courses in Nutrition and Human Performance, upholding the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission, and participating in assigned teaching and professional activities.

• Prepare course outlines and deliver consistent, interactive lectures based on approved departmental syllabi.
• Prepare and administer timely, meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Collaborate with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Make yourself available outside of class to help students learn and address their questions (approximately 1 hour per 3‑hour class).
• Adhere to the UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable student evaluation, and timely feedback to students.
• Maintain respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Stay in contact with the department chair and attend meetings as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Deliver instruction in multiple modes, including online.
• Incorporate technology into teaching.
• Teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed.
• Work collaboratively with department faculty to meet curriculum outcomes.
• Possess excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Utilize and teach diet assessment software.
• Work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Master’s Degree in Nutrition or a Master’s Degree in a closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition.

Experience teaching food and nutrition courses at the collegiate level.

• Doctorate Degree in Nutrition or Food Science.
• Experience with online learning platforms.
• Professional experience in the field of nutrition.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

None specified.

Based on course assignment.

Typical for faculty in this field.

$2,900 – $3,500 per 3‑hour course, commensurate with experience.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and a “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, you are required to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations, as outlined in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes persons of diverse backgrounds, believing that respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self‑realization, and the common good.