Special Purpose or Tenure Track Faculty - Nutrition and Dietetics

Radford University invites applications for a full time faculty position in Foods and Nutrition. The position may be appointed as Special Purpose Faculty or Tenure Track Faculty, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The faculty member will teach across the Foods and Nutrition curriculum and the ACEND accredited DPD program commencing August 2027.

Radford University offers a Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition, including an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). The program is currently housed in the College of Education and Human Development, with plans to transition to the Waldron College of Health and Human Services by 2030.

Responsibilities
• Teach undergraduate courses in nutrition, dietetics, and related areas specifically in Food Service and Management, Food Science and Preparation, and Advanced Nutrition & Metabolism
• Advise and mentor students through academic and professional development
• Provide academic advising
• General responsibilities overseeing the teaching kitchen
• Provide opportunities for students such as making special contributions toward establishing clinical programs, assisting and supporting students’ scholarly work (e.g., research, creative activities, presentations, and publications)

Scholarship/Professional Activities
• Engage in professional and/or scholarly activity in the field
• Obtains or maintains licensure, certification or similar credentials by accumulating continuing education units or credits.

University Service
• Participate in service to the department, college, and university

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,900 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 21 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Required Qualifications

Requirements Special Purpose Faculty:
• Education: Earned Master’s degree in Nutrition or closely related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of professional experience post credentialing.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Interested candidates must hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential

Requirements for Tenure Track Faculty:
• Education: Earned Terminal degree (Ph.D. or nutrition-related practice doctorate)
• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of professional experience post credentialing. Experience in teaching college-level classes in traditional classroom and distance education format. Experience with research, publications and other scholarly activity.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Interested candidates must hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ACEND accreditation standards
• Experience teaching at the collegiate level
• Experience teaching an accredited DPD program

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Procedure: Candidates must submit the following electronically: (1) a letter of application; (2) current and complete curriculum vitae; (3) a one-page philosophy of teaching (4) optional documents that provide evidence of preferred qualifications; (5) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional/academic references and (6) copies of unofficial transcripts.  Additional materials may be requested at a later time.  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

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