Instructor or Assistant Professor (CHP Dietetics and Nutrition)

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Closing Date:

08/20/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

CHP | Dietetic Internship

Department's Website:

https://healthprofessions.uams.edu/
https://healthprofessions.uams.edu/dietetics-and-nutrition/

Summary of Job Duties:

Program Director Master of Science in Dietetics
Department of Dietetics and Nutrition
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Title: Program Director
Rank: Faculty appointment (instructor or assistant professor)

Announcement
The College of Health Professions (CHP) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks applicants for the full-time (12 months) faculty and Program Director position for the Master of Science in Dietetics (MSDI) program in the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications and college promotion and tenure criteria.

Summary
The Department of Dietetics and Nutrition houses two academic programs: Master of Science Dietetics Internship (MSDI) and Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (MSCN). The MSCN program is offered 100% online. The MSDI program is offered on both the UAMS Little Rock and North West Arkansas Campuses. The Program Director reports directly to the chair of the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition. The program director is part of the dietetics and nutrition faculty and will actively participate in team meetings and long-term planning for both the MSDI and MSCN programs.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Certification 

• Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics 

• Minimum of five (5) years of recent clinical experience

• Experience precepting dietetic supervised practice rotations 

• Demonstrated university teaching proficiency in dietetics and nutrition

• Knowledge of current, emerging, and future trends in dietetics and nutrition

• Excellent management and supervisory skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, working effectively with preceptors throughout the state as well as other faculty and staff in the college and university

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibilities of the program director include:

• Maintains program compliance to ACEND accreditation standards

• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports for accreditation 

• Assuring effective program operations

• Participate in recruiting efforts on and off campus

• Overseeing ongoing program assessment

• Participating in budget planning

• Plans and conducts advisory committee meetings 

• Maintaining current knowledge of professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development and

• Assuming the leadership role in the continued development of the program, faculty, and staff.

• Your responsibilities as a faculty member will include: 

• Design and deliver instruction in area(s) of expertise

• Contribute to program and curriculum assessment and planning activities

• Supervising students in clinical practicum requirements

• Effectively evaluates student performance (provides timely feedback, addresses weaknesses, develops appropriate remediation for student success)

• Academic Advising of students

• Engage in scholarly and service activities consistent with university, college and expectation for core faculty

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes