Visiting Assistant Professor in Nutrition

The Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Visiting Assistant Professor in Nutrition beginning August 19, 2024. Courses may occasionally be taught online, but typically will be offered face-to-face. The successful candidate will teach four undergraduate courses per semester in Fall and Spring in areas of Nutrition, Advanced Nutrition, and other classes as needed. This position requires service to the department and university including the development of the program, student recruitment & retention, and other duties as needed.

Position is contingent upon available funding and satisfactory background check.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a Master of Science in dietetics or nutrition from an accredited university, and be a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (MS RDN)
• A combination of teaching, practical, and/or research experiences
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills
• Ability to effectively use teaching strategies and technologies for in-person and/or online learning

Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) is the largest university in northeast Indiana, offering 25 graduate and over 100 prestigious Purdue University undergraduate degrees and certificates. More than 10,000 students of diverse ages, races and nationalities belong to the PFW family. The 594‐acre campus in Fort Wayne is home to over 7,000 degree‐ seeking undergraduate and graduate students. Through PFW’s partnerships with area high schools, almost 3,000 high school students take dual‐credit courses, simultaneously earning both high school and college credits. PFW is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more about us at PFW.edu.

The department is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including research, teaching and service/engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references to https://careers.purdue.edu/FW/go/FW-Faculty/7720100/

The position will remain open until filled. All candidates invited for a campus interview will be expected to do a 45-60 minute instructional student presentation.  For questions, please contact Alanna Olah, Chair and Clinical Associate Professor at [email protected].

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Purdue University Fort Wayne will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.