Nutrition Affiliate Instructor

Position Summary

The Department of Nutrition at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for temporary, part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The primary responsibility of this position is to teach one or more credit hours as determined by the department. Areas of teaching include undergraduate and graduate courses, including Introduction to Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Community Nutrition, and others. To access the course list please access this link here. For more information about the Department of Nutrition in our College of Health and Human Sciences, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more credit hours as determined by the Department of Nutrition.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Be available for consultation with students outside of class either in-person or remotely.
• Conduct student assessments as prescribed by the curriculum.
• Adapt and learn new modes of instruction.
• Sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field to teach undergraduate level courses.
• Doctorate in Nutrition or related field is required to teach graduate level courses.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential preferred.
• Two years of teaching experience relevant to one or more of the content areas preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching in an online environment preferred.
• Experience with diverse, historically underrepresented and/or first-generation college students preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of teaching experience relevant to one or more of the content areas preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching in an online environment preferred.
• Experience with diverse, historically underrepresented and/or first-generation college students preferred.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment. Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

How To Apply

• Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers.
• Complete applications will include the following materials: Resume/CV, a list of three professional references with contact information.
• Optional Documents: Copies of unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).
• Multiple documents can be submitted into the one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload.
• Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Salary for Announcement

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy. Rate of pay per credit hour assignment can be between $1264 - $1482. For more information, please visit the pay rates under the College of Health & Human Sciences (CHHS) Affiliate Rates: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Affiliate-Rates-AY-25-26.pdf.

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more. For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.