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University Of The, Inc.arnate Word

Lecturer in Nutrition (2025-2026 Academic Year)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word, Mission, Kansas, United States

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Lecturer in Nutrition (2025-2026 Academic Year) Please see Special Instructions for more details. UIW Mission: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary The School of Math Science and Engineering is seeking part‑time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Nutrition to teach courses in Nutrition. This position presents lectures in Nutrition and Human Performance. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part‑time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part‑time non‑tenure‑track faculty as needed for the 2025-2026 academic year.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.

Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3‑hour class, physically and/or electronically).

Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.

Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.

Keep in contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to deliver instruction in multiple instructional modes to include online.

Ability to incorporate technology into teaching.

Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.

Ability to work collaboratively with department faculty to ensure that standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Possess excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to utilize and teach diet assessment software.

Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education Master’s Degree in Nutrition

OR

Master’s Degree in closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition.

Required Work Experience Experience teaching at the college level in food and nutrition.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate Degree in Nutrition or Food Science;

Experience with online learning platform;

Work experience in course taught;

Registered Dietitian (RDN).

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified.

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Unofficial Transcripts 1

Professional Reference Contacts

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Other Document

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

UIW Website

HigherEdJobs.com

Indeed

LinkedIn

WorkplaceDiversity.com

HispanicDiversity.com

BlackJobCenter.com

WomensJobCenter.com

VeteransConnect.com

Personal Referral

Employee Referral

Other

If you selected other, please tell us where? (Open Ended Question)

* Do you have a Master's Degree in Nutrition OR Master's Degree in closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition?

No

Yes, Master's Degree in Nutrition

Yes, Master's Degree in closely related field + 18 graduate hours in nutrition

* How many academic years of experience do you have teaching food and nutrition at the collegiate level?

None

1 semester

1 academic year

2 academic years

3 academic years

4 or more academic years

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

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