Nutrition Affiliate Instructor at Metropolitan State University of Denver — Denver, CO
Full job description
Department
Nutrition
About the University
Position Summary
The Department of Nutrition at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for temporary, part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The primary responsibility of this position is to teach one or more credit hours as determined by the department. Areas of teaching include undergraduate and graduate courses, including Introduction to Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Community Nutrition, and others. To access the course list please access this link here.
For more information about the Department of Nutrition in our College of Health and Human Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/nutrition.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of affiliate faculty is to teach one or more credit hours as determined by the Department of Nutrition. Faculty are required to provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines. Areas of teaching include undergraduate and graduate courses, including Introduction to Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Community Nutrition, and other courses. In addition, faculty must be available for consultation with students outside of class either in-person or remotely. Faculty will conduct student assessments as prescribed by the curriculum and must be willing to adhere to policies and procedures regarding students and faculty as established by the University and Department. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field to teach undergraduate level courses. Doctorate in Nutrition or related field is required to teach graduate level courses.
Preferred Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential
- Two years of teaching experience relevant to one or more of the content areas
- Previous experience in teaching in an online environment
- Experience with diverse, historically underrepresented and/or first-generation college students
Terms of Employment
Salary for Announcement
How to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume or CV
- A list of three professional references with contact information
Optional Documents
- Copies of unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
Please submit questions to Samantha Carter, Academic Department Coordinator at scarte33@msudenver.edu.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Tanya Rogowsky
Posting Representative Email
trogowsk@msudenver.edu
Benefits
Background Checks
Diversity Statement