Mansfield University of Pennsylvania Department of Health Sciences
Announces Faculty Position in
Nutrition and Dietetics
Tenure Track Instructor or Assistant Professor
Responsibilities
Teach nutrition, dietetics, sports nutrition, foods and related courses based on area of expertise; work closely with other faculty to develop new curriculum and the nutrition program; assist in the accreditation process; and participate in departmental, professional unit, and university activities. The successful candidate is expected to teach effectively, advise a diverse student population, undertake a regular research program involving students as appropriate; and make professional and university service contributions. The successful candidate should have the ability to transition into the Director of the Didactic Program in Dietetics position within a few years.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements: Doctorate degree or ABD in Nutrition or a closely related field from a regionally accredited (or foreign equivalent) institution; prior teaching experience; Registered Dietitian status; and professional work experience in Nutrition. Completion of a successful interview including a teaching demonstration is required. ABD candidates must complete their doctorate within 18 months from the date of hire to continue in the position. Doctorate required for Assistant Professor Rank.
Additional qualifications: Ability to adapt to changing technologies that support teaching and learning; ability to teach courses through an online format when needed; effective communication skills (verbal and written); ability to teach, evaluate, and advise students; ability to assess program and student learning outcomes; experience with recruitment of students; ability to conduct scholarly activities; and demonstration, through past accomplishments and behaviors, of the ability to support Mansfield University’s principles and values of Character, Scholarship, Culture, Service (http://www1.mansfield.edu/mansfield-creed) and the University’s strong student-centered vision and mission.
Preferred: Experience in college-level teaching, supervising student experiences, and experience using technology in teaching on campus or online. A condition of employment is an official transcript for all earned degrees and an acceptable background check report.
Essential Functions
Effective teaching and advising, continued scholarly growth, and service to the department, university, and community. Effective communication and use of electronic teaching technology. Work cooperatively with staff, faculty and administration. Ability to use software application programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and effective use of phone, keyboard and other office equipment. May be required to lift, stand, walk, reach with arms, etc.
Salary
Full-time, tenure track, position with an anticipated start date of August 2013. Instructor or Assistant Professor rank. Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience. Excellent faculty benefits: http://hr.mansfield.edu/benefits.htm.
Application Procedure
Submit a letter of application that addresses how your qualifications/skills meet the department’s needs as detailed by the position description; curriculum vitae; copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references via electronic application (https://admin.hiretouch.com/public/mansfielduniversity). Application review will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Setting
Located in the beautiful mountains of rural, north central Pennsylvania, Mansfield University is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, currently enrolling approximately 3,200 students, including more than 400 graduate students. Founded in 1857 as Mansfield Classical Seminary, Mansfield University is proud of its long tradition of preparing excellent teachers, as well as its more recent role as a public liberal arts university focused on leadership development. The university is located within Tioga County, home to five state and federal parks, seven lakes, and the 50-mile long gorge of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. The university is an hour south of the Finger Lakes wine region of upstate New York. www.mansfield.edu
Nutrition Program
Department of Health Sciences
Mansfield University
Mansfield. PA 16933
570-662-4628
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