Lecturer in Nutrition (.5 FTE)
Denver, CO - USA
Job Summary
Department
NutritionAbout the University
Established in 1965 Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later the University continues to serve over 16000 of Colorados extraordinary and diverse students providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado MSU Denver is a model university for todays college students.
At MSU Denver we are committed to our CADRE values:Community Access Diversity Respect and Excellence. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education fostering open dialogue and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students faculty and staff.
About the Department of Nutrition
Position Summary
The Department of Nutrition at MSU Denver seeks to hire onepart-time faculty lecturerposition (0.5 FTE) to teach courses in the undergraduate and graduate programs in Nutrition and Dietetics beginning Fall 2026. The lecturer position will teach 15 credit hours per academic year as needed. The faculty will be an integral member of the Department of Nutrition and willbe requiredto follow those responsibilities outlined in the MSU DenverFaculty Employment Handbook. This is an in person on campus lecturer position beginningAugust 2026.
Responsibilities
Teach a minimum of15credit hours (or equivalent) per academic year. The successful candidate is expected to teach human nutrition and clinical dietetics and/or researchcourses as needed by the department. Teaching will be in the classroom and online and may also include teaching evening courses.
Maintain2.5 office hours per week to include advising and consultation with students.
The successful candidate must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urbannon-traditionalpopulation that includes U.S. ethnic minorities.
Required Qualifications
Masters Degree in DieteticsClinical NutritionFood & Nutrition Food Science/Technology Public HealthNutritionor other Nutrition-related fields
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and at least 2 years of work experience in nutrition practice
Preferred Qualifications
- Previousteaching experience at the college level and experience with teaching in a variety of formats(face-to-face online synchronous online asynchronous)
- Earned doctorate
- 3 or moreyears of work experience in nutritionpractice
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to the Department of Nutrition and the University.
Salary for Announcement
This is a .5 FTE position. The salary range for this .5 FTE faculty position is $30000 - $35000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity education experience discipline specialty and training.
MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical dental retirement tuition benefit free RTD pass and more. For a brief overview of these options please visit our Benefits section.
Instructions to Apply
To apply complete an application online through our career site and search for JR105211.
To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member please upload the following required materials:
- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter
- Teaching philosophy (2 pages max)
- Unofficial copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts
Important Note: Due to volume of applications received only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover letter section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded; you may combine all documents into one pdf file if needed.
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Deadline
Priority will be given to applications received through Monday May 11 2026 at 11:59 PM MST; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Tanya RogowskyPosting Representative Email
Benefits
The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.
For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique access-oriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.
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