Nutrition Faculty, Open Rank

DescriptionThe Department of Nutrition at Cedar Crest College invites applications for a full-time faculty position, with a rank open at the levels of Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor, depending upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience and eligible for the tenure-track. This position is a 12-month appointment. We seek a dedicated, student-centered educator to join our dynamic team and contribute to undergraduate, Dietetic Internship (DI), and master's-level programs.
Cedar Crest's Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) has achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Registration Examination from 2023 to present, reflecting the program's strong academic quality and commitment to student success.
Responsibilities Deliver high-quality instruction in nutrition and dietetics courses at both the undergraduate and, where qualifications are appropriate, at the graduate level Advise and mentor students across academic programs, as with advising individual students and potentially student clubs, as with the Student Dietetic Association (SDA) Contribute to curriculum development and program accreditation activities, for example as in overseeing the Nutrition minor and other curricular needs Engage in scholarly activities and service to the College, as appropriate to rank Meet the other responsibilities and expectations of Cedar Crest College faculty members outlined in the Faculty Handbook Oversee the Nutrition Minor Serve as Faculty Advisor to the Student Dietetic Association (SDA)QualificationsEducation Master's degree in Nutrition or an appropriate related field required at a minimum Terminal degree (Ph.
D. or nutrition-related practice doctorate) preferred, particularly for appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rankCredentials Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)Experience Minimum of five (5) years credentialed as an RDN Prior teaching experience, preferred, although the Department invites experienced nutrition practitioners interested beginning in education; the commitment to become an effective educator of our students is required Teaching experience in an ACEND-accredited dietetics program preferredSpecialization Generalist with demonstrated expertise in community nutrition and health promotionTeaching Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate, Dietetic Internship (DI), and graduate-level courses Evidence of effectiveness in online and HyFlex instruction, including innovative, high-impact teaching practices that support student engagement and learning outcomes across modalitiesApplication InstructionsPlease submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference.