Performance Nutrition Fellow - Football

University of Colorado Boulder

  • Boulder, CO
  • 11 days ago
  • $48,000 Per Year
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Performance Nutrition Fellow - Football

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Performance Nutrition Fellow - Football

Requisition Number:

73606

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

29-Jul-2026

Date Posted:

20-Jul-2026

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Job Summary

Job Summary

The Department of Athletics encourages applications for the Performance Nutrition Fellow for the Football Program! This position provides sports nutrition programming to improve the health and performance of elite football student-athletes competing for a highly competitive, Division I athletics program. Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Football Performance Nutrition with counseling football team members on daily nutrition for performance and health; translating the latest scientific evidence into practical sports nutrition recommendations; tracking and documenting outcomes of nutrition services; serving as a food and nutrition resource for student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, athletics support staff, food service vendors/representatives, and parents; providing or assisting in sports nutrition education for maintaining and promoting health and wellness; athletic food service operations and, maintaining professional competency and skills required for professional practice, individual and team nutrition counseling and education.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department's Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)-and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region-our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Maintain consistent presence at football events throughout the week by attending team meals, practice, games, etc
  • Assist in providing group team education
  • Assist in providing 1:1 nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy, and sports nutrition education as needed
  • Work closely with coaching staff, athletic trainers, strength staff, and others in the athletic department on nutrition-related topics
  • Assist in the oversight football nutrition food service operations, including pre, intra, and post practice nutrition, and outside vendors for gameday
  • Assists in inventory management including distribution, receiving, stocking, and inventory
  • Primary oversight over football nutrition student interns including scheduling and daily task management
  • Assist in development of nutrition education in fueling hubs and fueling stations
  • Document performance nutrition services and metrics, including knowledge and training of electronic medical record
  • Ability to maintain HIPPA confidentiality and follow department and university policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big 12 Conference and NCAA

What You Should Know

What You Should Know

This role will work Monday -Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Extended hours on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays might be needed for practice and competitions. Travel with the Football team will be required on an as-needed basis.

This is a 12-month limited-term position not expected to last more than 12 months from the start date.

What We Can Offer

What We Can Offer

The starting salary for this position will be $48,000 annually.

Additional Compensation Details:

  • Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations
  • Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy
  • Relocation within the department guidelines

Benefits

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

What We Require

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Current Registered Dietitian or RD-Eligible, (ability to obtain RD within 60 days of hire)
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift over 50lbs

What You Will Need

What You Will Need

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
  • Ability to present food nutrition trainings and guidance

What We Would Like You to Have

What We Would Like You to Have

  • Master's Degree
  • Experience with food handling
  • Desire to work towards Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics certification

Special Instructions

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  • A current resume.
  • A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by July 29, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

Essential Services

This position is designated "essential services." The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu

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