Culinary Medicine Dietitian

3 days ago

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States University of Arkansas Full time
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Closing Date:

12/19/2025
Type of Position:Faculty - Non-Tenure
Job Type:Regular
Work Shift:Shift Vary (United States of America

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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Department:AA | Culinary Medicine


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:The Culinary Medicine Dietitian (Instructor) is a non-tenured faculty position reporting to the Culinary Medicine Director and serving as an integral member of a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This role offers the opportunity to combine nutrition expertise with hands-on teaching in our state-of-the-art Teaching Kitchen, inspiring future health professionals to connect food, health, and science in meaningful ways.

The Culinary Medicine Dietitian will teach elective courses for medical and other students, lead cooking demonstrations, and represent the program through engaging presentations and community outreach. The ideal candidate is a dynamic communicator, organized self-starter, and confident public speaker who thrives in both independent and team settings.

Ready to bring your nutrition expertise to life in the kitchen and classroom? Apply today to join a dynamic team that's shaping the future of culinary medicine at UAMS
Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required.

  • Completed Dietetic Internship.

  • One year of experience working in nutrition/dietetics.

  • One year of post-collegiate work experience in the field of event coordination or education.

  • Registered Dietitian and Licensed by the State of Arkansas.

  • Good organizational skills.

  • Ability to communicate (written and verbal) and collaborate with a broad range of health professionals, students, and peers

  • Ability to interact professionally with peers and team members

  • Commitment to continuing professional development and participation in professional activities

  • Comfort with public speaking

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Science or Culinary Arts.

  • ServSafe, Culinary Arts, Culinary Medicine, or Lifestyle Medicine certifications.

  • Experience in grant writing and management.

  • Experience developing curricula, recipes, or educational materials.

  • Familiarity with research design and outcomes assessment.

  • Comfort with demonstration of cooking skills.


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • The Culinary Medicine Instructor will have copies of coursework, recipes, etc, available for each class as determined by the course director using the Culinary Medicine curriculum.

  • Aids and oversees students in preparing meals.

  • Work in an interdisciplinary position with the course director or other medical professionals to teach the nutrition/dietetic perspective of the course.

  • Responsible for teaching students safety in the kitchen, including but not limited to knife skills, dangers of cross-contamination, and food allergies

  • Works with Get Healthy UAMS (GHUAMS), Nutrition Services, Stocked n Reddie, and other entities/departments to educate the UAMS Community on healthy eating. This includes working with the UAMS Dietetic Interns to develop posters for health days (National Nutrition Month, etc) and to provide food samples, recipes, posters, and education materials to the UAMS community, videos, and food demos with GUUAMS and Stocked n Reddie and others.

  • Works with Little Rock and other communities to develop programs to educate the community on healthy eating. This may include the Mexican Consulate, the Arkansas Minority Health Commission, the Central Arkansas Library System, the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, and others.

  • Works with the UAMS CME department and the Culinary Medicine directors to develop CMEs on Culinary Medicine to educate not only the UAMS providers but also providers throughout the state. This includes presenting cooking demos and developing educational materials, including audiovisual aids, such as videos, PowerPoint presentations, brochures, etc.

  • Perform administrative duties as assigned.

  • Leads and/or participates in the writing and submission of grants

  • Works collaboratively with the Culinary Medicine sub-committee co-chairs to accomplish their goals.

  • Participates in the budgeting process as needed to evaluate all operations and processes for cost-effectiveness/savings

  • Training and workshops to meet the mandatory requirements of licensing and for professional growth.

  • Presentations as required.

  • Works collaboratively with all CM subcommittees (curriculum, community outreach, research, interprofessional, and CME).

  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact  for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site   

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity:Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping
Benefits Eligible:Yes

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