Assistant Professor in Nutritional Sciences

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Position Information

Job Title
Assistant Professor in Nutritional Sciences

Posting Number
P1921F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Auburn University is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual for a tenure track Assistant Professor position with a focus on foodservice management, financial management, food safety, sustainability in food systems, and/or leadership within foodservice operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing a Certified Dietary Manager’s ( CDM ) program and contribute to the academic community through teaching, research, and service.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a Certified Dietary Manager’s ( CDM ) program, including advising, curriculum development, online program creation, and maintenance of accreditation requirements.
• Create industry partnerships to support the CDM program enrollment and best practices in foodservice systems, nutrition services, and regulatory compliance.
• Teach courses for the CDM program in addition to undergraduate and graduate courses in food, food systems, and foodservice management.
• Develop and maintain a research agenda, resulting in publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations.

• Secure external funding for research projects.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in professional, departmental, college, and university service activities.
• Collaborate with industry partners and community organization to secure practice sites for undergraduate students and create opportunities for the CDM program.

SETTING : The Department of Nutritional Sciences employs 11 faculty members and is affiliated with the College of Human Sciences. The department offers a baccalaureate degree with program options in Nutrition Science, Dietetics, and Wellness, and a master’s, and doctoral degree programs in Nutrition. Opportunities to engage in collaborative research include other departments in The College of Human Sciences, Hunger Solutions Institute, The College of Agriculture, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University Boshell Diabetes and Metabolic Disease Research Program, East Alabama Health, and the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine ( VCOM ). More information about the department can be found at http://humsci.auburn.edu/nutrition/ .
Auburn University is an R1 University and one of the nation’s premier land, sea and space grant institutions. It maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence. Its 2023 enrollment of 33,015 students includes 26,874 undergraduates and 6,141 graduate and professional students. Organized into 12 academic colleges and schools, Auburn’s 1,435 faculty members offer more than 200 educational programs. Auburn University is ranked in the top 50 public universities in the country for its undergraduate programs. Auburn is a one-hour drive from Montgomery, Alabama, 1.5 hours from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and about four hours from Gulf Coast beaches. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Terminal degree in a discipline that supports the primary function of the position in addition to successful completion of 18 or more graduate credit hours of coursework in Nutrition or Nutrition Sciences by the time employment begins.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist ( RDN ) credential (required for directing the CDM program).
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in advising, teaching and curriculum development.
Track record of research and scholarly publications appropriate to the assistant professor level. Experience in managing or developing academic programs is desired.
Experience in securing external funding is an asset.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and external partners.
Proficiency in using technology for teaching and research.

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A cover letter detailing their qualifications, experience, and expertise related to research and teaching, including a proposed research agenda.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Statement of research interests and goals along with a proposed research agenda.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Transcripts.

Applicants should apply via the online system at the following link:
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49654

Please contact the Department Head for any questions or details specific to the position ( elaine.molaison@auburn.edu ), and reach out to the Search Committee Chair Mrs. Blanche Moreman for information regarding the application process ( bam0057@auburn.edu ).

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2024.

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1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Statement of Research and/or Goals

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