Faculty (Rank TBD), Nutrition - 991790

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Primary Purpose:

Educates graduate and/or post graduate students, with a prior faculty appointment or by way of experience in a responsible position related to an academic area of specialization.

Job Category: Exempt

Hiring Range:  Commensurate with experience

Pay Basis:  Annually

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Teaches College of Osteopathic Medicine courses in the classroom or in small group discussion or laboratory as assigned.
2. Participates in or leads research and scholarly activities within the department and across the university.
3. Provides consultative services to college outpatient clinics.
4. Participates in small groups, laboratories, etc. as requested.
5. Provides and maintains a reliable schedule of office hours for student advising, tutoring, remediation and consultation.
6. Participates in department and college-wide committee meetings.
7. Engages in curriculum development related to current and new courses.
8. Maintains a personal professional development plan, which may include research or other creative activities to assure growth within field.
9. Displays professional behavior and ethics in all aspects of job performance.
10. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Must have high technical ability for learning management systems and course development as a content expert.
2. Must be able to adapt and be willing to teach courses and/or perform special duties as assigned.
3. Excellent leadership, management, organizational and prioritization skills.
4. Strong knowledge of human nutrition, physiology and related topic areas.
5. Ability to work well independently, as well as in a team environment.
6. Proficient in the following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
7. Adaptability and willingness to teach courses, provide patient care and/or perform special duties as assigned.
8. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors and support staff at all levels.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 

Required Education: Terminal Degree (Highest degree in field of study)

Major (if required: Human Nutrition or closely related field

Required Experience: Previous teaching experience in higher education of at least three (3) to five (5) years.

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Active Florida licensure for nutrition and dietetics for clinical services.
2. Current Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Candidates with extensive academic experience in nutrition may be considered in lieu of RDN credential.
3. Previous experience in a similar position and working knowledge of the ACEND accreditation standards.
4. Must have a robust and developed Curriculum Vitae indicating an active contribution within the profession of nutrition.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.