Special Purpose or Tenure Track Faculty - Nutrition and Dietetics

Special Purpose Or Tenure Track Faculty - Nutrition And DieteticsRadford University invites applications for a full time faculty position in Foods and Nutrition. The position may be appointed as Special Purpose Faculty or Tenure Track Faculty, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience. The faculty member will teach across the Foods and Nutrition curriculum and the ACEND accredited DPD program commencing August 2027. Radford University offers a Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition, including an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). The program is currently housed in the College of Education and Human Development, with plans to transition to the Waldron College of Health and Human Services by 2030.ResponsibilitiesTeach undergraduate courses in nutrition, dietetics, and related areas specifically in Food Service and Management, Food Science and Preparation, and Advanced Nutrition & MetabolismAdvise and mentor students through academic and professional developmentProvide academic advisingGeneral responsibilities overseeing the teaching kitchenProvide opportunities for students such as making special contributions toward establishing clinical programs, assisting and supporting students' scholarly work (e.g., research, creative activities, presentations, and publications)Scholarship/Professional ActivitiesEngage in professional and/or scholarly activity in the fieldObtains or maintains licensure, certification or similar credentials by accumulating continuing education units or credits.University ServiceParticipate in service to the department, college, and universityRequired QualificationsRequirements Special Purpose Faculty:Education: Earned Master's degree in Nutrition or closely related discipline.Experience: Minimum three (3) years of professional experience post credentialing.Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Interested candidates must hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialRequirements for Tenure Track Faculty:Education: Earned Terminal degree (Ph.D. or nutrition-related practice doctorate)Experience: Minimum three (3) years of professional experience post credentialing. Experience in teaching college-level classes in traditional classroom and distance education format. Experience with research, publications and other scholarly activity.Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Interested candidates must hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialPreferred Qualifications:Knowledge of ACEND accreditation standardsExperience teaching at the collegiate levelExperience teaching an accredited DPD programSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplication Procedure: Candidates must submit the following electronically: (1) a letter of application; (2) current and complete curriculum vitae; (3) a one-page philosophy of teaching (4) optional documents that provide evidence of preferred qualifications; (5) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional/academic references and (6) copies of unofficial transcripts. Additional materials may be requested at a later time. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.Employment Conditions: Will be teaching at both the Roanoke and Radford campuses.Is this position Grant Funded: NoIs this position restricted: NoIs this position 100% telework: NoMonths per Year: 9Statement of Economic Interest Required: NoFLSA Status: ExemptWork Classification: Teaching & Research FacultyEmployee Classification: Instructor / Assistant ProfessorDepartment: Nutrition & Dietetics, Dept ofSalary: $52,000 - $65,000 (Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and rank)Equal Opportunity Statement:Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.Clery StatementIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.Reasonable Accommodation StatementIf you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.Criminal Background Check StatementRadford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer