Hiring Unit

School of Education, Health and Human Behavior, Department of Exercise, Sport, and Nutrition Sciences

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Nutrition

Job Description/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses primarily in the undergraduate Nutrition program as well as in the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN/RD) with work experience in the field of sports nutrition and dietetics or foodservice management, as well as evidence of prior experience in teaching. The search committee is especially interested in candidates with applied experience and flexibility in areas of instruction. The University places a high priority on being leaders in the responsible use of artificial intelligence and in building such capacity in our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of artificial intelligence pertinent to the discipline and/or a willingness to pursue professional development to acquire such expertise. Expected teaching responsibilities are three courses/loads per term. Summer teaching assignments may be available, depending upon enrollment and funding.

Terms of Appointment

Tenure track faculty positions are nine-month appointments. Summer appointment is contingent upon availability of funds and enrollment. Beginning date of appointment is in August 2027.

Source of Funds

State

Salary Range

$70,722 - $74,444, depending on experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DCN) in Nutrition or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered, but the doctoral degree is required by the contract start date in August 2027.
• Registered dietitian credential and licensure (RDN/RD, LD)
• Relevant professional experience in nutrition, sports nutrition, and/or food service management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of ability to teach effectively at the university level
• Experience teaching and/or precepting in dietetics programs
• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)
• Familiarity with the accreditation standards specified by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
• Evidence of/potential for successful research in area of expertise
• Preference will also be given to candidates who demonstrate readiness to cooperate on shared responsibilities in a department with a commitment to collaboration, and have a demonstrated interest in teaching diverse students. SIUE is committed to diversity and inclusivity and seeks candidates who can contribute, through their interest, research, teaching, or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Process

Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page statement of teaching interests and previous teaching evaluations (if available), a one-page statement of research interests, transcripts (unofficial is fine until otherwise requested), two samples of scholarly work, and the names and contact information for three references.

Please address questions about the position to Dr. Jen Zuercher, Search Committee Chair (jzuerch@siue.edu).

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Visit the department website at https://www.siue.edu/education/kinesiology-and-nutrition/index.shtml

Application Deadline

For optimal consideration in a first pool of applicants, all application materials must be received by December 10th, 2026. A second pool of applicants may be reviewed after this date if the position is not filled from the first pool of applicants. The position will remain open until the position is filled.

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