Assistant Professor of Nutrition

Assistant Professor of Nutrition

Salary

$58,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually

Location

Springfield, MA

Job Type

Academic Faculty - 9 months

Job Number

00458

Department

Exercise Science

Opening Date

11/10/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Springfield College seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science within the Department of Exercise Science. This is a full-time, nine-month, program-track position within the School of Physical Education, Performance, and Sport Leadership beginning August 2027. Expertise in the field, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and a strong commitment to professional endeavors and service activities are expected.

We are seeking a faculty member with expertise in Nutrition to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses within the Nutrition Minor and various other undergraduate and graduate programs. Courses will likely include introduction to nutrition, lifespan nutrition, sport nutrition, advanced metabolism, and community nutrition. Additional responsibilities may include serving on thesis committees and academic advising.

Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs that reflect its distinctive Humanics Philosophy - the education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to humanity. In the School of Physical Education, Performance, and Sports Leadership, we steward this mission by engaging students in building knowledge and skills to navigate their future by challenging and supporting growth, fostering meaningful relationships, and cultivating leaders. We encourage applications from faculty candidates interested in helping us achieve this mission.

Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of an earned master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in nutrition, exercise science, or a closely related discipline.
• Ability to deliver a wide variety of nutrition-based coursework.
• Prior experience teaching in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate degree in Nutrition, Exercise Science, or related discipline from a regionally accredited institution (ABD considered depending on expected completion date)
• Registered Dietitian
• Certified Sports Nutritionist from the International Society of Sports Nutrition (C-ISSN) or other nutrition certification.
• Experience in applied nutrition consultation.

At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• Tuition exchange program for dependents
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Paid Sick Leave Benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
• Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
• Life and accident insurance plans
• Long-term disability
• Optional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness benefits and programs
• Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.

To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our Human Resources page.

Employer Springfield College

Address 263 Alden Street

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01109

Phone 413-748-5678

Website http://www.springfield.edu