Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Nutrition

Utah Valley University is seeking a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Nutrition! Working under the direction of the department chair, this tenure-track faculty position will have teaching responsibilities (12 credits per semester) that will primarily include nutrition courses but may also include courses in general health. Teaching modalities may include online, hybrid, face-to-face, and live-streaming, along with the ability to apply these effectively in the classroom or clinical setting, and may include evening and weekend classes. Faculty may be assigned to develop, articulate, and teach new courses as required, with measurable objectives for each course. This position will assist the department with curriculum and program review, revision, and assessment, the development of new course materials and innovative instructional techniques that will improve student learning, establishing and maintaining clinical sites, writing accreditation reports (and self-study), program recruitment, advertisement, and the student selection process. Other responsibilities include evaluating and documenting reports and recording student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up, assisting advisors, the department chair, faculty, and staff as appropriate for student success. Faculty are required to provide service to the department, college, university, and community, including mentoring part-time faculty, attending and actively participating in college events, department and division meetings, and college or Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) committees. Continual professional growth is encouraged, expected, and evidenced by research, publication, and involvement in professional associations, licensure, and continuing education. This position will uphold professional and ethical standards, possess a student-centered approach to academics, and be committed to student success. 

• Designs, plans, and teaches nutrition courses, with the possibility of other courses as determined by the department. Instructs and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms through online, face-to-face, live-streaming, and hybrid modalities, including lectures, discussions, conferences, demonstrations, individualized instruction, and other appropriate methods. Prepares instructional materials including writing assignments, examinations, outlines, syllabi, visual aids, and presentations as necessary. Participates in Program Learning Outcomes and assessment. Evaluates, documents, and maintains accurate records of student accountability, attendance, and performance.
• Assists with curriculum and program review, revision, and assessment, student selection and retention, advisement, developing new course materials and delivery techniques, writing accreditation and compliance reports, and establishing and maintaining clinical sites and experiences for students (as assigned). Works to expand the university's nutrition course offerings and programs.
• Develops an active research agenda that may involve students, resulting in presentations and publications. Continues professional development as evidenced by research, publication, and involvement in associations and continuing education. Participates/presents at state and national conferences, professional development activities, workshops, seminars, and industry meetings.
• Provides service to the department, college, university, and community by serving on various committees as assigned. Attends and actively participates in college events, department and division meetings, and Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) committees. Obtain and maintain licensure as required. Mentors part-time faculty.
• Establishes and maintains office hours and advises students during this time and other times as needed and appropriate. Supports and embodies exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results, as well as UVU’s Mission. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited institution (USDE recognized accreditor) with a terminal degree in an appropriate and related discipline. Minimum of a master's degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral Degree; experience with curriculum development and ACEND accreditation. Previous teaching experience.
Licenses or Certifications:
Licensed Registered Dietician (RD) in the state of Utah. 

Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of subject matter in nutrition/dietetic course content. 
• Knowledge and skill in current instructional theories, strategies, and techniques. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of the process of research, presentation, and publication.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and accreditation processes. 
• Knowledge of the principles and methodology of in-person, hybrid, and distance education models.

• Skills in teaching as demonstrated through effective instructional strategies and techniques. 
• Skills in maintaining a positive and engaging learning environment for students. Effective oral and written communication skills. 
• Excellent community relations skills. 
• Excellent clinical supervision skills. 
• Skilled in time management and organization.

• Ability to develop and maintain an active research and scholarly agenda. 
• Ability to instruct and motivate students, manage classroom procedures, and evaluate student learning in traditional, hybrid, and distance learning formats. 
• Ability to apply research while engaging students. 
• Ability to work with diverse populations and on interdisciplinary teams. 
• Ability to develop or adapt new course curriculum. 
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff, and students.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.