Assistant Professor of Practice - Human Nutrition

Assistant Professor of Practice - Human Nutrition

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department Of Biological & Health Sciences

Commensurate

Kingsville, Texas

Faculty

The Department of Biological and Health Sciences at Texas A&M University-Kingsville invites applications for a nine-month appointment for Assistant Professor of the Practice, beginning Fall 2025. The faculty member will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses for the Human Nutrition program, serving as the Director of the Dietetic Internship, and maintaining the program's accreditation status with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).

• Ensure operational excellence for the dietetics programs consistent with the Department, College, and University policies, procedures, and processes in collaboration with key faculty and staff.
• Teach applied or didactic courses related to the nutrition and dietetics curriculum.
• Academic advising and mentorship to currently matriculated students in the nutrition and dietetics program.
• Recruit prospective dietetic students in collaboration with ACEND, professional networks, and Texas A&M University Kingsville departments.
• Work with colleagues to enhance and improve existing programs and develop new academic ones, as applicable.
• Serve on University, school, departmental, and other academic unit committees.

• Promote high standards of academic achievement and integrity in assigned courses.
• Teach applied or didactic courses related to the Human Nutrition undergraduate/graduate curriculum.
• Conduct academic advising and mentorship to current students in the Human Nutrition undergraduate and Dietetic Internship program.
• Serve as Director for the ACEND accredited Dietetic Internship program.
• Establish and maintain relationships with preceptors at facilities in support of the Dietetic Internship program.
• Maintain accreditation status with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
• Serve on University, College, and Departmental committees.

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is dedicated to serving the population of South Texas. TAMU-K was recently ranked in the top 4 percent of universities in terms of social mobility by the U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Colleges reports.

• Registered Dietician (R.D.) with three years of experience
• Hold a Ph.D. in a field related to nutrition.
• Eligible to fill the role of Director of the Dietetic Internship as outlined by ACEND.
• Skills and a commitment to providing high-quality education to students are essential.

The Department supports a wide variety of research and teaching scholars and has a strong interest in growing the Human Nutrition program. The candidate will be expected to:

1) Manage the Dietetic Internship program

2) Teach lower-level, upper-level, or graduate human nutrition courses.

3) Experience with building and managing internship programs, writing grant proposals, and recruiting students will be considered additional assets.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Texas A&M University-Kingsville, as part of the Texas A&M University System, is a state-supported institution comprised of six undergraduate colleges and a graduate college. For more information, visit the website ~~~.

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Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Dr. Richard C Laughlin

Associate Professor and Chair

Department of Biological and Health Sciences

700 University Blvd; MSC 158; Kingsville, TX 78363

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.