Senior Associate Director of Football Nutrition

Application requires a cover letter addressing your specific interest in the position and outlining relevant skills and experience. Please also submit three letters of recommendation (one from a football-specific staff member is preferred but not required).

About the role

The University of Michigan Football Program is seeking a Football Performance Dietitian. The Performance Nutrition program provides an evidence-based, sport-specific approach to fueling student-athletes for optimal health and performance. Under the direction of the Director of Football Nutrition, the Director of Strength and Conditioning, and the Head Football Coach, this role collaborates with coaches, strength and conditioning, athletic training, team physicians, and performance psychology as part of a comprehensive performance team to ensure the health and welfare of all Michigan student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Set department strategy, mission, and annual priorities for football performance nutrition
• Manage and forecast the football performance nutrition and supplement budget
• Lead hydration and sweat testing protocols
• Assist the Director with body composition and anthropometric measurements
• Assist the Director in advancing higher-level sport science initiatives connecting nutrition, hydration, body frame measurements, body composition, and performance data
• Represent the department in Athletic Department administration and NCAA/Big Ten compliance matters
• Lead new department initiatives and innovation
• Oversee Training Table operations, including coordination with performance chefs on menu design
• Coordinate advance travel nutrition logistics, including hotel menu planning, away-game meal coordination, and fueling operations
• Review athlete lab work and implement nutrition strategies addressing identified nutrient deficiencies
• Support nutrition protocols for injury management and return-to-play, including soft tissue, bone, and concussion recovery

Requirements

• Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations as well as Big Ten bylaws
• Master’s Degree
• RD/RDN with active status through Commission on Dietetic Registration
• 1-2 years of sports nutrition experience as a Registered Dietitian
• Ability to work a non-standard work week, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all members of the Performance Nutrition staff and other athletic department personnel
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• CPR/AED Certified

Benefits

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions and immediate vesting
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses