Job title: Part-Time Lecturer Pool – Clinical Nutrition Hospital Preceptor (AY 24/25)
Company: California State University
Job description: APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM, AND APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.NUTRITION PART-TIME LECTURER POOL FOR CLINICAL NUTRITION HOSPITAL PRECEPTORS. The Food Science and Nutrition Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers to precept dietetic interns during their clinical rotations at a partner hospital. This position requires working closely with the dietetic internship administrative team and local hospital staff to plan and implement competency-based experiences and assignments to meet the Standards for Dietetic Internships as set forth by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Positions available as determined by need during the 2024-25 academic year. Teaching assignments could include FSN 551, 552, and 553, Medical Nutrition Therapy Practicum I, II, and III, respectively.Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2023, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
Lecturer A: $5,007-$6,359
Lecturer B: $5,925-$12,594
Lecturer C: $6,500-$13,831
Lecturer D: $8,184-$14,487At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly’s values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly’s commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- An earned bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or closely related field and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience OR an earned master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or closely related field, and a minimum of 1 year of clinical experience.
- RD/RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and maintain credential during appointment.
- Demonstrated commitment to and evidence of quality, student-centered learning, precepting, or teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s degree strongly preferred.Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.SPECIAL CONDITIONSThe person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo will not sponsor an H-1B for this position.Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTThe Food Science and Nutrition Department has 15 full-time faculty, numerous part-time faculty, support staff, and approximately 600 majors. FSN offers two majors – Nutrition and Food Science. The Department also offers a post-graduate Dietetic Internship; MS program in Nutrition and MS and Blended program in Agriculture with a specialization in Food Science.The Department houses a State-certified pilot plant; a culinary foods lab; nutrition assessment lab with a DXA; molecular nutrition lab; human nutrition lab and chemistry-style teaching and research labs.Students in the Nutrition major choose from one of two concentrations: Applied Nutrition or Nutrition Science. The Applied Nutrition concentration is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).The mission of the department is to educate students with contemporary knowledge and problem solving skills to prepare them for rewarding food, nutrition and health careers. Students’ learning experiences blend theory and application, reflecting Cal Poly’s “learn by doing” philosophy.HOW TO APPLYAttach to the application (1) a cover letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current CV; (3) a list of CSU courses previously taught and courses requesting consideration to teach; (4) copy of unofficial transcripts; (5) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (6) a brief statement regarding diversity and inclusion. This statement should address the applicant’s commitment to diversity and inclusion by describing expertise, experience and/or contributions to these types of efforts in a work, community, or educational setting. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing your application. Selected applicants will be required to submit sealed official transcripts of highest degree prior to appointment.For questions, please contact the Food Science & Nutrition Department by phone at (805) 756-2205 or by email at .Advertised: Aug 09 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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Expected salary: $5007 – 6359 per month
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Job date: Sun, 11 Aug 2024 04:32:23 GMT
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