Full time, tenure track
QUALIFICATIONS
PhD (or ABD) in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field with demonstrated teaching experience in food and nutrition or dietetics courses. Registered Dietician with appropriate state licensure is required. Successful teaching experience, demonstrated ability for scholarly research, and an enthusiasm for working with undergraduate students are required. Experience with a Didactic Program in Dietetics is preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach undergraduate courses in nutrition, lifecycle nutrition, food science, advanced nutrition, food service systems management, public health nutrition, and others which are part of the Food & Nutrition major. The major has three concentration areas: dietetics, wellness, and consumer sciences. Recruit and advise students and provide faculty leadership to the department student organization. Continue creative and scholarly development and demonstrate active involvement in professional organizations. Possibly teach interdisciplinary general education courses, science courses, or courses in other disciplines drawing on the candidate's strengths.
COMPENSATION
Commensurate with education and experience within the university pay scale.
APPOINTMENT
Fall semester 2012.
DEADLINE
Review of applications begins January 6 and continues until an appointment is made.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applications are considered complete when the following materials have been received at the office indicated below:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vita
- Three letters of reference (submitted directly from the referee, or if necessary, from a placement office)
- Official transcripts
- Completed supplementary application
CONTACT
Elaine Suderman
Academic Affairs
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817-2104
sudermane@bluffton.edu
419-358-3360
Bluffton University welcomes applications from all academically qualified persons who respect the Anabaptist/Mennonite peace church tradition and endorse Christian higher education in a liberal arts environment. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. EOE.
