Teaching Assistant Professor Public Health Nutrition
Kansas State University
Application
Details
Posted: 08-Nov-23
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Academic / Faculty
Academic / Research
Sector:
College / University
Required Education:
Doctorate
Internal Number: Job no: 516138
The Department of Food, Nutrition, Dietetics and Health (FNDH), within the College of Health and Human Sciences, is currently seeking a 9-month Teaching Assistant Professor with expertise in public health nutrition to join their team. This position will teach and develop curricula for undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and participate in academic governance responsibilities. This non-tenure track position will report directly to the Department Head.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Teach on-campus and online undergraduate and graduate courses related to public health nutrition
Design and update course curricula to align with industry standards and advancements in public health nutrition
Serve as major advisor and committee member for graduate students
Collaborate with colleagues and students on research projects, fostering a culture of academic excellence
Establish partnerships with organizations in the local community, public health agencies, and stakeholders to address local and regional nutrient-related public health issues
Stay current with trends and developments in public health nutrition through continuous professional development and participation in relevant conferences and workshops
Provide service to the program, department, college, and university
Other duties as assigned
This 9-month position at the rank of teaching assistant professor has a negotiable starting date of Spring, Summer, or Fall 2024, with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
This position is required to be performed on-site but may be eligible for a hybrid work agreement. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location; if a hybrid work arrangement is agreed upon, then work will be performed partially remote and partially on employer premises.
Cover letter addressing qualifications and expectations described above
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Contact information for three professional references (references will only be contacted after the candidate has granted permission)
Screening of Applications
Initial review of applications will begin November 30, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Jennifer Hanson, at jhanson2@ksu.edu with the subject line: FNDH Faculty Search.
Minimum Requirements:
Earned doctoral degree in nutrition, public health/community nutrition, or a closely related field
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
Evidence of strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Possess the necessary skills and expertise to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels
Preferred Qualifications:
MPH degree and/or RD/RDN credential
Familiarity with Public Health accrediting body CEPH (Council on Education for Public Health) and/or Registered Dietitians’ accrediting body ACEND (Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics)
Familiarity with innovative teaching methodologies and effective student evaluation methods
Two years of teaching experience in public health/community nutrition in higher education
Experience advising graduate students
Other Requirements:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
The Department of Food, Nutrition, Dietetics and Health, the largest department in the College of Health and Human Sciences with over 1,000 students, is a complex, multi-disciplinary department that houses six undergraduate programs (Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Sciences, Coordinated Program in Dietetics, Didactic Program in Dietetics that is both campus and online, Nutrition and Health that is both campus and online, Nutritional Sciences, and Sports Nutrition), three graduate programs (Ph.D. in Food, Nutrition, Dietetics and Health, MS in Athletic Training, and MS in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Sensory Sciences that is both campus and online), concurrent BS/MS in Nutrition, Dietetics and Sensory Sciences, Extension, and participates in the MPH interdisciplinary degree program. The complexity of the department allows faculty members who are leaders in the fields of athletic training, dietetics, human nutrition, obesity, public health, and sensory analysis to discover, disseminate, and apply knowledge to promote improved food choices and nutritional status, prevent and rehabilitate injuries, understand consumer preferences and behaviors, and enhance the well-being of people vi...a food and physical activity.
The College of Health and Human Sciences is home to six academic departments (Applied Human Sciences; Food, Nutrition, Dietetics & Health; Hospitality Management; Interior Design & Fashion Studies; Personal Financial Planning; and Kinesiology), the Center on Aging, Physician Assistant program, and a Nursing partnership with Wichita State University. The College enrolls more than 2,300 undergraduate and 400 graduate students and employs more than 115 full-time faculty members in teaching, research, and Extension positions (https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/). The College is committed to promoting research, scholarship, creative activity, and discovery with a strategic and cohesive focus on health and human behavior.
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays). To see what benefits are available, visit https://www.k-state.edu/hsc/benefits.
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.
