Assistant Lecturer/Program Assistant Director for the Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (GPND), Family and Con

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JOB TITLE: Assistant Lecturer/Program Assistant Director for the Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (GPND), Family and Consumer Sciences JOB PURPOSE: Instructional and program support for the Human Nutrition & Food/Dietetics unit, Family & Consumer Sciences ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food and the Graduate Program in Nutrition & Dietetics (GPND). These courses may include 1) food production/management; 2) professionalism in dietetics; 3) community nutrition; and 4) therapeutic nutrition. Additional courses as part of the required teaching load may be negotiable according to the applicant's background and expertise. Other essential duties include program coordination for the GPND which is governed by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Responsibilities include coordination of academic progression and GPND student learning experiences, preceptor and site rotation support, and assisting with accreditation requirements. SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Responsibilities will also include contributing to professional, departmental, and university service activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Earned master's degree in human nutrition, nutrition science, or related area • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) • Minimum of three years professional experience post credentialing DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Earned doctorate or >5 years post-credentialing experience • Experience with college/university-level teaching; program assessment and/or management • Professional involvement in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or state affiliate • Experience as a preceptor for dietetic students • Effective communication and collaborative skills that facilitate an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and all-around positive environment REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete the online application. The department additionally reques s candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: • Letter of application/statement of interest • Description of experience and goals in teaching and advising (either as part of the letter or as a separate teaching statement) • Curriculum Vitae • Contact information for four professional references (name, title, address, phone, and email) WORK LOCATION: On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position. Starting date: January 19, 2027 (or as negotiated) This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 8/31/2026 will receive full consideration. Contact information: Jill Fabricius Keith, PhD, RDN Search Committee Chair [email protected] or 307-766-5248 HIRING STATEMENT/EEO: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email mailto:[email protected]/. ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the https://www.uwyo.edu/uw/aboutuw/about-laramie.html. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ Job Identification: 261708 Apply Before: Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: $68,000.00 Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: No To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9752710 je-9abec93d95e64ac1a9dd79c5256235d9