Full-Time Faculty - Undergraduate Health Science Nutrition

The University of Bridgeport, School of Health Sciences, invites applications for full-time faculty. This is a non-tenure track position and appointment to academic rank and salary are dependent on demonstrated scholarly achievement, teaching, and clinical experience. This is a 12-month full time position.

• The incumbent will be responsible for teaching Nutrition and related Exercise and Fitness science courses and/or Community Health Education, and may also participate in related biology and chemistry instruction in support of these programs. All full-time members of the faculty contribute broadly to School and University events and activities.
• In addition to assigned teaching load, faculty members are expected to pursue scholarly activities, participate in school/university and community services, and assist in advising students, curriculum development and program evaluation.
• Full-time faculty also participate in commencement and convocation activities as well special University meetings.
• Teaching schedule may include days, evenings and/or weekends. Participation in other University and community service activities consistent with the mission of the University.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The appointee must hold an appropriate earned degree and certification in nutrition and be able to teach related courses in the other health science disciplines.
• MS in Nutrition is required
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the field of nutrition.

PREFFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An earned Ph.D. in Nutrition, Biochemistry, or a related field is preferred
• A strong background in biology and chemistry, supplemented by a solid track record of teaching and researching in the context of a multidisciplinary Health Science programs is highly desirable.

NOTE: The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of the position. You will devote your full time and best efforts to the performance of your various job duties and will observe any and all policies, rules and regulations that the University may now have or shall hereafter establish.