Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tenure-Track Faculty
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Murfreesboro, Tennessee, us, 37132
Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tenure-Track Faculty
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Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tenure-Track Faculty
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Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) .
University Expectation
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Nutrition and Food Sciences Program at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#119260) at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will be highly engaged in research and community service and pursue interdisciplinary collaboration with potential for external funding and contracts. We seek a candidate with a collaborative, engaged, student-centered approach to performance and responsibilities. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate nutrition and food science courses and courses in the graduate dietetics concentration. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following: a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship in undergraduate and graduate education; an ability to develop effective rapport with students and colleagues; experience with the design and delivery of both online and face-to-face coursework and curricula; and evidence of a focused, productive, and fundable research program.
Key Responsibilities Teach undergraduate and graduate courses on-site and online in area-specific and broader nutrition and food science topics. Develop and maintain an active research agenda with strong potential for external funding. Participate in department, college, and university service activities. Engage in community partnerships that support the mission of the department and university. Mentor students in a variety of professional learning experiences and projects. Regularly meet with the department chair and administration. Be regularly available to students during office hours.
Required Education
A terminal degree in nutrition, dietetics, food science, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Experience in nutrition counseling and/or addressing community nutrition needs. Experience using nutrition management software for meal planning, nutrient analysis, recipe management, food labeling, etc. Evidence of understanding and use of technology in course delivery and community service.
Documents Needed to Apply
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Benefits
Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date: 11/13/2025
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Nutrition and Food Sciences, Tenure-Track Faculty
role at
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) .
University Expectation
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Nutrition and Food Sciences Program at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#119260) at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will be highly engaged in research and community service and pursue interdisciplinary collaboration with potential for external funding and contracts. We seek a candidate with a collaborative, engaged, student-centered approach to performance and responsibilities. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate nutrition and food science courses and courses in the graduate dietetics concentration. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following: a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship in undergraduate and graduate education; an ability to develop effective rapport with students and colleagues; experience with the design and delivery of both online and face-to-face coursework and curricula; and evidence of a focused, productive, and fundable research program.
Key Responsibilities Teach undergraduate and graduate courses on-site and online in area-specific and broader nutrition and food science topics. Develop and maintain an active research agenda with strong potential for external funding. Participate in department, college, and university service activities. Engage in community partnerships that support the mission of the department and university. Mentor students in a variety of professional learning experiences and projects. Regularly meet with the department chair and administration. Be regularly available to students during office hours.
Required Education
A terminal degree in nutrition, dietetics, food science, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Experience in nutrition counseling and/or addressing community nutrition needs. Experience using nutrition management software for meal planning, nutrient analysis, recipe management, food labeling, etc. Evidence of understanding and use of technology in course delivery and community service.
Documents Needed to Apply
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Benefits
Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date: 11/13/2025
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