Teaching Assistant Professor, Nutrition

About the role

The Department of Nutrition within the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources (CABNR) at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor. This is a full-time position based in the Department of Nutrition at the University of Nevada, Reno. The role involves 90% teaching and 10% service. The Teaching Assistant Professor will serve as an integral member of the Department faculty and help maintain existing excellence in teaching and instruction as well as best practices in collegiate instruction in nutrition. The role will also support Department programs and contribute to the development of future academic programs, including a doctoral program in Nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality, in-person and online instruction in department courses in Nutrition at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Mentor and evaluate departmental graduate teaching assistants.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students, and/or serve on graduate committees.
• Contribute to a vibrant and inclusive academic community through collegiality, cooperation, and collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in nutrition or a closely related field.
• A strong track record of effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing and evaluating courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Experience with developing online and distance learning courses.
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Proven ability to work with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.

Compensation

Teaching Assistant Professor, Nutrition. To view the salary schedule for this position, visit the UNR Salary Schedules page and select Academic Faculty.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision.
• Generous sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester membership and family membership options.
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Faculty Senate representation.
• No state income tax.
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees: reduced-rate tuition benefit for faculty and qualified dependents (faculty up to six credits per semester; dependents unlimited credits with eligibility requirements).
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program: resources and assistance for newly hired faculty spouses/partners to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt position (100% FTE) with a 90% teaching / 10% service allocation.

Department Information

College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources (CABNR): https://www.unr.edu/cabnr

Application Details

Required attachments: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Contact information for three professional references, and a statement of teaching interests and philosophy (two pages maximum). This posting is open until filled; applications will be reviewed beginning November 20th.