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The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) at the University of Illinois seeks an outstanding expert to fill a 50% position at the Instructor/Lecturer level. This is a 9-month on-campus position, with up to a 2-month summer appointment possible based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Instructor/Lecturer include the following:

• Lead the development, design, and delivery of the online Masters in Clinical and Community Nutrition and explore opportunities for related online programs (e.g. certificate courses and programs, stackable transcriptable programs, etc.).

· Coordinate with DPD and DI Program Directors to ensure a smooth pipeline for students interested in completing these programs in addition to the MS

• Investigate and implement innovative online educational programs, focusing on factors to consider in strategic decisions, timelines for new-program development, and necessary campus processes.

• Work with campus and college support units to develop and implement strategies for program development, market research, recruitment, and marketing.

• Work with department, college, and campus stakeholders on issues related to policies that are associated with educational technologies.

• Maintain current knowledge in new and emerging educational issues at the pedagogical, programmatic, and administrative levels, and advise the department on how it can respond to strategic opportunities in these areas.

• Understand the strategic, operational and technical needs of the online educational program, and guide the development of departmental policies and processes to support these needs.

• Advise non-degree seeking and degree seeking students in online and on-campus programs relative to the non-thesis MS in Clinical and Community Nutrition and non-thesis MS in Human Nutrition.

• Teaching will be expected, commensurate with expertise.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

For Instructor

· Master’s degree in a field relevant to this position. Must be completed by January 2026.

For Lecturer

· Ph.D. degree in a field relevant to this position.

Required for all ranks

• Demonstrated leadership experience.

• Utilizes organization and communication skills effectively.

• Instructional experience in community, clinical, and/or educational settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Credential, MPH, or related credential.

• Program development experience in community, clinical and/or educational settings.

• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work as a team member.

• Ability to utilize and share instructional best practices.

• Passion for student education and student development.

Salary and Appointment Details:

This is a 50% 9-month (academic year) specialized faculty position at the Instructor/Lecturer level. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for this position is $30,000 to $35,000. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Proposed Start Date and Location:

The proposed starting date is April or May 2026, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Application Process:

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting on https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload:

· A cover letter that details suitability for and interest in the position

· Curriculum vitae

· Statement of teaching, program, and/or leadership philosophy (1 page or less)

· Names and contact information for three (3) references

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on January 25, 2026. The position will remain posted until filled. All requested information must be submitted via the online system for your application to be considered.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the department see https://fshn.illinois.edu/;

For information about the position, contact the search chair, Susan Coppess, scoppess@illinois.edu;

For questions regarding the search process, contact Leslie Alexander, laa@illinois.edu;

For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1033476
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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