Adjunct, Nutrition

Adjunct, Nutrition

Posted Date 9 minutes ago(12/18/2023 4:27 PM) Campus St. Paul Employment Type Adjunct Faculty FLSA Status Exempt/Salaried

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas is seeking a qualified individual to fill an adjunct faculty teaching position for spring semester 2024. The successful candidate will teach NUTR 360 Sports Nutrition for undergraduate students. The course is planned to be delivered via an online, asynchronous teaching modality. Spring 2024 schedule is from 2/5/2024 to 5/24/2024.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

Adjunct Faculty Teaching Responsibilities to Include:

• Design and deliver online instruction using student-engaged pedagogical approaches
• Develop course materials that align with program’s defined objectives and learning outcomes
• Provide timely feedback to students re: their grades and progress in the course
• Be available to students for 1-2 office hours per week
• Other duties as assigned

For more information on the department see the Health and Exercise Science website.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Prior teaching experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Commitment to high quality instruction in a student-centered environment
• Ability to cultivate an inclusive learning environment that support students with various learning styles and diverse backgrounds
• Experience using the Canvas learning management system (preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, and instructional technology to teach traditional, hybrid or online courses

To Apply for the Position:

Interested applicants should include the following documents with your application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

Candidates should complete the reference section of the application. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 9,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.

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