Assistant/Associate Professor Nutritional Sciences

Primary responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in nutritional sciences (nutritional biochemistry); developing a research program in nutrition and securing external grants; advising graduate and undergraduate students, participating in curriculum development; collaborating with faculty on research and creative scholarship activities; serving on departmental, college and university committees and participating in other academic functions and all other activities are required for tenure. 

Instructional
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers. 
- Prepare and deliver instruction online or in-person to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. 
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. 
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others. 
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. 
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction. 
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students. 

Research
 - Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations and conferences. 
- Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.

Administrative
 - Collaborate with members of the business community to improve programs, develop new programs, and provide student access to learning opportunities such as internships. 
- Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work. 
- Develop and maintain course websites. 
- Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. 
- Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities. 
- Participate in campus and community events. 
- Act as an adviser to student organizations.