Texas A&M University seeks Lecturer
Position Title: 
Lecturer
Department of Nutrition
Department of Nutrition
Position Summary:
The Department of Nutrition at Texas A&M University invites applications for a Lecturer position for the spring semester of 2022. The position is a temporary appointment for the spring semester only and is located at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. A completed M.S. or Ph.D. in nutrition or a related discipline is required. Successful candidates will possess a strong pedagogical background for inclusive and equitable teaching in nutrition and effective communication skills as it applies to instructional activities and outreach.
The responsibilities for this position are to:
1) teach sections of the undergraduate nutrition courses, Fundamentals of Nutrition,
Nutrition and Physiological Chemistry Senior Seminar to and/or other nutrition course(s), as assigned and 2) and other administrative duties as assigned.
Administrative Relationship
The faculty position as Lecturer will carry a 90% teaching appointment and 10% service within the Department of Nutrition (http://nutrition.tamu.edu) in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Sciences and the position will be located on the College Station campus.
Administrative Relationship
The faculty position as Lecturer will carry a 90% teaching appointment and 10% service within the Department of Nutrition (http://nutrition.tamu.edu) in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Sciences and the position will be located on the College Station campus.
Professional Environment
The Department of Nutrition offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in nutrition. Our programs prepare future leaders for a variety of professional positions, including academic, industry and government positions through rigorous didactic programs, internships, and experiential learning activities. Research programs and scholarly activities of departmental faculty focus on nutrition education and diet-related chronic diseases (such as dementia/Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and heart disease). The department consists of a diverse faculty, staff and student body, and strives to provide a safe and inclusive learning and work environment for its members.
Texas A&M University
Employment at Texas A&M University is open to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or educationally unrelated handicaps. Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Texas A&M University strives to have an excellent faculty, student body, learning environment and community that embraces diversity in all its forms.
Closing Date for Applications:
December 1, 2021
Date Position is Available:
January 3, 2022
Application Process:
Queries are to be directed to Dr. David Threadgill, dwthreadgill@tamu.edu. Interested applicants should submit: 1) a letter of application indicating subject matter interest, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a brief description of teaching goals and philosophy, 3) diversity, equity and inclusion statement, 5) and at least three contacts for reference. Applications will be submitted through Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/98524). Review of applications will begin November 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.
Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity. Texas A&M University is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and having policies that contribute to work-life balance. For more information, visit here.