Asst. Professor in Residence, Sports and Performance Nutrition
Bradley University
The College of Education and Health Sciences is comprised of five academic departments. The Nutrition and Dietetics program is housed in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences and offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S) and Master of Science (M.S) in Nutrition and Dietetics. The Combined 4+1 B.S./M.S. Nutrition and Dietetics program provides an accelerated path to achieve both a B.S. and M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics. The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program has received accreditation status from the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
For more information visit, https://www.bradley.edu/academics/departments/family-and-consumer-sciences/.
Anticipated Start Date: August 17, 2026
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain a high-quality sports nutrition practicum
- Develop sports nutrition coursework for undergraduate and graduate students
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the department
- Academic advisement and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students
- Contribute to professional service within the department
- Communicate and collaborate with faculty, preceptors, and other stakeholders to advance the mission, vision, and goals of the department, college, and university
- Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional and academic practice including dietetic registration and continuing education requirements
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in nutrition or closely-related field, doctoral degree preferred.
- Registered dietitian (RD/RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Experience working with a sports nutrition program, preferably in intercollegiate/ professional athletics or sports-related field
- Board Certified as a Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) preferred
- College-level teaching experience preferred
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently; leadership experience preferred
Application Materials:
- Current curriculum vitae with full contact information
- Cover letter detailing how the candidate meets or exceeds requirements of the position
- Copy of documentation certifying current licensure(s)
- List with contract information for three professional references
Please submit all materials at the time of initial application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Employment at Bradley University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/
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