Adjunct Faculty - Master of Science in Applied Nutrition

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type Adjunct Faculty Track Non Tenure Position Title Adjunct Faculty - Master of Science in Applied Nutrition Employment Status Part Time Months Campus Remote Description

Adjunct Faculty within the College of Professional Studies (CPS) are critical to the success of UNE's programs. The role of the faculty in CPS is to facilitate the learning process for students through timely and effective instruction and communication. Instructors also serve as mentors, sharing their expertise to help guide students and ensure they achieve their educational and professional goals. Faculty foster student success and retention by creating a positive educational environment, allowing students to gain the maximum benefit from their coursework.

Pay range is $1,069-$3,775 per semester based on course type and enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Guide students through their educational experience while upholding and adhering to the CPS commitment to student success
• Provide timely response to student inquiries, within 24 hours
• Facilitate class instruction by engaging in the online course portal a minimum of 5 times per week
• Host a minimum of one hour of virtual office hours per week
• Post weekly announcements to enhance course content
• Demonstrate excellent collaborative and communication skills

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has experience teaching online in an educational setting, has demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and assessment, and has a passion for teaching Nutrition science
• Master's degree in Nutrition or related field and current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Licensure
• A desire to motivate and encourage students in academic and professional settings
• Expertise teaching online and the desire to learn and apply new technological approaches to education
• Experience using the Brightspace/D2L Learning Management system
• Experience in teaching research methods and statistics preferred

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Anticipated Pay Range $1,069-$3,775 per semester based on course type and enrollment.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2022F0267P Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents