Program Director, Dietetics Graduate Program

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

Serve as Program Director for the Future Education Model Dietetics Graduate Program in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. This position provides oversight for coursework and duties associated with the regular academic and educational experiences related to the Dietetics Graduate Program coursework and related field placement. The Director provides leadership in recruiting, enrolling and retaining students in the program and ensures the program is in compliance with accreditation requirements. Additionally, teaching and research responsibilities are involved to support the program.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences is one of four academic departments within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and is accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). The department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in three program areas with the following six distinct specialty emphases: child development and family relations, child development early education and family studies (birth-kindergarten licensure), consumer sciences, fashion merchandising and design, food and nutritional sciences (nutrition) and food and nutritional sciences (food science). Additionally, the department offers a Master of Science degree in food and nutritional science, a Master of Arts in Teaching in family and consumer sciences education, and a Master of Arts in Teaching in child development early education and family studies (birth-kindergarten licensure). Faculty members are actively engaged in research that contributes to the body of knowledge in the areas of nutrition, food science, gerontology, housing, apparel, textiles and family issues.

Minimum Requirements

Doctorate degree or in progress in nutrition, dietetics or related field from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university

Higher education teaching and advising experience.

Registered Dietitian

Knowledge of ACEND standards of education and broad knowledge of clinical and administrative dietetics.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Minimum three years of teaching, research and advising in higher education; program coordination and administrative experience; industry experience, ACEND accreditation experience; strong technology skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and proficient with statistical and financial concepts.

Required License or Certification

Registered Dietitian

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title Program Director, Dietetics Graduate Program Position Number 007429 Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience. FLSA Exempt Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track No FTE If Time Limited, Appointment Length Organizational Division Family & Consumer Sciences Organizational Location College of Ag & Environ Sciences Organizational Unit Family & Consumer Sciences

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA3150 Open Date 07/27/2026 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 08/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search Date Position Available 01/04/2027 Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41098

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
• Other Document
• Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts
• Other Degree - Copy of transcripts