Position Details
Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title Sports Dietician (RD/RDN) Posting Summary
The Sports Dietitian is a high-impact member of the University of Vermont Division I Athletics team, dedicated to fueling the performance, recovery, and long-term health of student-athletes across all programs. This role provides cutting-edge, evidence-based nutrition guidance tailored to the unique demands of elite collegiate athletes, translating science into practical strategies that maximize strength, endurance, recovery, and overall wellbeing. This position is deeply integrated with Athletic Performance, Athletic Medicine, Strength & Conditioning, Catamount Sports Psychology, and coaching staff, ensuring that nutrition is seamlessly aligned with training, competition, and travel demands. The Sports Dietitian will design and lead individualized nutrition plans, team fueling programs, and educational initiatives, equipping student-athletes with the knowledge and tools to perform at their highest level on and off the field.
Beyond performance, this role fosters holistic student-athlete development, empowering athletes to make informed nutrition choices that support academic success, mental health, and lifelong healthy habits. In addition, the Sports Dietician will be mindful of disordered eating behavior and RED-S within their integrated practice and approach in working with student athletes. The ideal candidate is a passionate advocate for sports nutrition, excited to innovate, educate, and collaborate in a dynamic, high-energy Division I athletics environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of nutrition and performance at a competitive program with a strong commitment to athlete success and wellbeing. This position will collaborate closely with the Registered Dietician within Student Health Services to support student holistic and clinical needs, and the position may also take appointments for the general student population from Student Health Services. Following the medical model, this position is a member of the Athletic Medicine team within the Center for Health and Wellbeing, supporting student athletes.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Desirable Qualifications
Anticipated Pay Range $59,400-$66,000 (11-month term) Other Information Special Conditions Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 03/11/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No
Our Common Ground Statement
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title Medical Specialists PC2 X Posting Number S5995PO Department Center for Health & Wellbeing/30450 Position Number 00027833 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 11
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