Program Director, Dietetics Graduate Program

Position Overview Serve as Program Director for the Future Education Model Dietetics Graduate Program in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. This position provides oversight for coursework and duties associated with the regular academic and educational experiences related to the Dietetics Graduate Program coursework and related field placement. The Director provides leadership in recruiting, enrolling and retaining students in the program and ensures the program is in compliance with accreditation requirements. Additionally, teaching and research responsibilities are involved to support the program. Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences is one of four academic departments within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and is accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). The department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in three program areas with the following six distinct specialty emphases: child development and family relations, child development early education and family studies (birth-kindergarten licensure), consumer sciences, fashion merchandising and design, food and nutritional sciences (nutrition) and food and nutritional sciences (food science). Additionally, the department offers a Master of Science degree in food and nutritional science, a Master of Arts in Teaching in family and consumer sciences education, and a Master of Arts in Teaching in child development early education and family studies (birth-kindergarten licensure). Faculty members are actively engaged in research that contributes to the body of knowledge in the areas of nutrition, food science, gerontology, housing, apparel, textiles and family issues. Minimum Requirements Doctorate degree or in progress in nutrition, dietetics or related field from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university Higher education teaching and advising experience. Registered Dietitian Knowledge of ACEND standards of education and broad knowledge of clinical and administrative dietetics. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Minimum three years of teaching, research and advising in higher education; program coordination and administrative experience; industry experience, ACEND accreditation experience; strong technology skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Required License or Certification Registered Dietitian Eligibility for remote/hybrid work arrangement On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site). This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Position Information Working Title : Program Director, Dietetics Graduate Program Position Number : 007429 Recruitment Salary Range : Commensurate with education and experience. FLSA : Exempt Appointment Type : Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track : No Organizational Division : Family & Consumer Sciences Organizational Location : College of Ag & Environ Sciences Organizational Unit : Family & Consumer Sciences Posting Detail Information Posting Number : EPA3150 Open Date : 07/27/2026 Close Date : 08/31/2026 Date Position Available : 01/04/2027 Quick Link : Equal Opportunity and Anti-Discriminatory Statement North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more #J-18808-Ljbffr North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University