Position Summary

The Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition at Michigan State University (MSU) is recruiting an academic specialist who will be responsible for the academic coordination of its online Master’s Dietetic Internship (MS-DI) Program. This is a 12-month position. The distribution of effort is 50% teaching, 45% academic program coordination, and 5% service for this fixed-term position.

The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate the academic portion of the combined MS-DI program in addition to teaching and service responsibilities. The master’s degree portion of the MS-DI was developed in 2018 in conjunction with already established dietetic internship and didactic programs in dietetics at MSU. Annually the program recruits MS-DI students who complete a minimum of 1000 hours of supervised practice at locations throughout the state of Michigan and the remaining coursework online. The duration of the entire program is 16 months.

Responsibilities

This individual will be responsible for:

• General academic administration of the program in conjunction with the dietetic internship director, including recruitment, selection, and advising/mentoring of students.  
• Coordination of the master’s degree capstone experience (non-thesis option) in collaboration with graduate faculty members in the department.
• Supporting the MS-DI director with completing accreditation reports.
• Developing and teaching of online courses for the program.
• Possible undergraduate course delivery either in-person or online.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Nutrition or a related field

Desired Degree

Doctorate -Nutrition or a related field

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in nutrition or a related field
• Registered dietitian credential (RD or RDN)
• Prior teaching and/or course development at the college-level.
• Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in teaching and practice.

Desired Qualifications

• PhD preferred
• At least 3 year’s work experience in nutrition and dietetics.
• A research publication record commensurate with experience.
• Experience with online course delivery.
• Previous work experience in clinical dietetics and teaching in an ACEND accredited program.

Required Application Materials

Should include:

1) cover letter

2) current curriculum vitae 

3) academic transcripts

4) statement of research / teaching accomplishments and interests that highlights their alignment with the position

5) summary of experience that foster diversity and inclusion

6) list of three references with address, e-mail and phone numbers

Together-we-will Statement

Special Instructions

For more information on this position, please email the search committee chair Robin Tucker (Tucker98@msu.edu) with "MS-DI program coordinator" in the subject heading.

Review of Applications Begins On

02/01/2023

Website

https://www.canr.msu.edu/fshn/

Department Statement

As the pioneer Land Grant University, Michigan State University has strong related programs, and is committed to linking food, water, the environment, animal health, and human health. Its highly collaborative and productive faculty provide a very positive environment for professional growth and program expansion. MSU is a diverse community that provides regional, national, and international leadership in research, excellence in teaching with emphasis on international engagement and online programs, and a strong extension program that partners with diverse stakeholders to bring science-based responses to social and environmental challenges.

The MSU campus is located in the city of East Lansing, adjacent to the capital city of Lansing. The area has a diverse population of approximately 450,000. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. The region has numerous music and theatre offerings, with an active arts community that includes the Wharton Center for the Performing Arts and the Broad Art Museum.

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Job applicants are considered for employment opportunities and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The University proactively upholds the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides individual accessibility plans to students and employees with disabilities. MSU is also proactive in exploring employment opportunities for dual career families, both inside and outside the University, and respects all family forms.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.