Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty: Nutrition

Job no: 496394
Position type: Full-time
Location: North Haven - North Haven, CT
Division/Equivalent: Quinnipiac University
School/Unit: Debra Liebowitz
Department/Office: School of Health Sciences
Categories: Faculty

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Overview:

The Department of Health and Exercise Science at Quinnipiac University invites applications for a 9.5-month, in-person, tenure-track faculty at the Assistant Professor rank, in the area of Nutrition. Generalists as well as those with specializations are encouraged to apply.

We are seeking a candidate with expertise in human nutrition whose primary responsibilities will be teaching in the undergraduate health and exercise science curricula, and to support our nutrition minor. We are looking for an educator who will be integral in helping support our current nutrition offerings, and further help develop a program that emphasizes the vital roles that food and nutrition play in maintaining healthy lifestyles, athletic performance, medical nutrition therapy, and promoting community wellness. The expected start date for the position is August 11, 2025.

About the School/Program:

The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty and professional staff and enrolls over 2120 students across over 20 graduate and undergraduate academic offerings. The school is organized into 8 departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, health sciences, radiologic sciences, medical microbiology & Immunology and diagnostic medical sonography and graduate majors in physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, biomedical sciences, pathologists’ assistant and cardiovascular perfusion. Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, creating pioneering research, and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of people and communities. Through unique and distinctive academic programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, immersive learning experiences, and student-centeredness we empower students to deliver compassionate care, create innovation through research, and catalyze change in dynamic health fields. Our emphasis on evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, and interprofessional skills equips our graduates to make impactful and inclusive contributions to their professions. In all our endeavors, we are guided by a commitment to innovation, accountability, excellence, and social responsibility as we aspire to be a first-choice school of excellence and a global leader in fostering new knowledge, improving healthcare, and increasing health equity.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women’s rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women’s basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review’s “The Best 388 Colleges.” The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:

  • Aid our pursuit of organizing a shared learning community and lead the education of students in the challenges of understanding nutrition, exercise, health & wellness, population health, health equity, and public health;   

  • Aid in developing and building a strong culture of health and wellness among faculty, students, and staff.      

  • Foster a student-centered environment by delivering engaging and innovative coursework; being accessible, approachable, and relatable to students;   

  • Display passion, energy, and excitement for the health and exercise sciences and our students.   

  • Be innovative educators who can excel in the traditional classroom and laboratory settings, with occasional hybrid or online modalities at the undergraduate level when needed.   

  • Initiate independent research agendas consistent with Quinnipiac University (QU), the School of Health Science (SHS) and departmental goals. The teaching and research areas of expertise of the prospective hires will both complement our existing faculty interests while being able to add breadth and depth to our program.    

  • Work across the university to participate in interdisciplinary collaboration that engage and educate students who plan to provide direct patient/client care as well as those students who wish to work in healthcare, health or wellness settings, or public health in ancillary ways.      

  • Teach classes assigned by department chair.  

  • Support curriculum development and evaluation.    

  • Serve as an academic faculty advisor and mentor to students.    

  • Participate in faculty development opportunities.    

  • Participate in professional activities outside and within the SHS to maximize student learning, faculty scholarship, and programmatic effectiveness.    

  • Participate in student recruitment efforts.    

  • Pursue and disseminate independent scholarship, consistent with departmental guidelines.  

  • Support the School of Health Science and University’s vision, mission, core values and work to implement our strategic plans.  

  • Provide service to the Department, SHS, QU, and the community.    

  • Actively participate in the School of Health Science community.

     

Education Requirements:

Required:   

  • Earned Ph.D. or equivalent research doctoral degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or a closely related field by the time of appointment from a regionally accredited higher education institution recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).    

    • ABD candidates will be considered with submission of an appropriate timeline for completion of work (no later than December 2025). 

  • Registered Dietitian (RDN/RD) 

 Preferred:  

  • Board Certificated Specialization via the Commission on Dietetics Registration 

  • Candidates with an earned master’s degree in a complementary area of exercise science or public health, different from your doctoral area of study, are encouraged to apply.    

Qualifications:

Required: 

  • Evidence of strong teaching skills and the use of instructional technology.  
  • Independent teaching experience in the related academic area at undergraduate level.  
  • Evidence of ability to establish a scholarly agenda (e.g., scholarship of application, discovery, integration, or teaching) through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or ongoing scholarly endeavors.    
  • Professional working experience in nutrition and dietetics.  
  • Commitment to community engagement and professional advocacy through teaching, service, and scholarship.   

Preferred: 

  • At least 3 years of clinical experience in nutrition and dietetics. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include:

  • A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the role, including, but not limited to your teaching and research interests and experiences;  

  • A curriculum vitae;  

  • A teaching philosophy statement, which may include evidence of teaching innovation, inclusive excellence, and educational effectiveness;  

  • Contact information for three references (on the application form).    

 Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will continue until the position is filled. 

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

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