Lecturer in Nutrition

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Lecturer in Nutrition

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The School of Math Science and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Nutrition. Position will teach courses in Nutrition and Human Performance. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period NA-part-time faculty

Benefits

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Basic instructional duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Keep in contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction in multiple instructional modes to include online;
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to work collaboratively with department faculty to ensure that standard curriculum outcomes are met;
• Possess excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to utilize and teach diet assessment software;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
  
  

Required Education

Master’s Degree in Nutrition OR Master’s Degree in closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition.

Required Work Experience

Experience teaching courses in food and nutrition at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree in Nutrition or Food Science;
• Experience with on-line learning platforms;
• Professional experience in the field;
• RDN .
  
  

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this field.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number UN1017PO

Number of Vacancies 2

Job Type Part Time

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering

Salary $2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience

Open Date 04/13/2026

Close Date 04/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.