Assistant​/Associate Professor, Global Nutrition

Assistant/Associate Professor, Global Nutrition

Position number: 552673.

Location:

San Luis Obispo, CA.

Experience:

Tenured/Tenure-Track. Full-time, academic year, beginning August 17, 2026. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Food Science and Nutrition Department at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant or Associate Professor of Global Nutrition. Candidates will teach, conduct research, and contribute to service for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

• Primary instruction in Nutrition, teaching courses within the Nutrition majors.
• Develop and teach new undergraduate and graduate courses in global nutrition.
• Supervise graduate students in the Master of Science in Nutrition program.
• Participate in team‑teaching assignments and offer graduate‑level courses in both in‑person and online formats.
• Provide Learn‑By‑Doing experiences and undergraduate research opportunities related to global nutrition and health.

• Conduct research on global/international human nutrition.
• Build a successful research program, obtain external funding, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, present at conferences, and supervise/mentor graduate students.
• Collaborate with Cal Poly researchers, the Cal Poly Center for Health Research, local healthcare organizations, and other partners.
• Travel internationally for research and student supervision as needed.

• Doctorate (PhD, DrPH, DSc, etc.) in Human Nutrition or a closely related field; ABD candidates may be considered if the degree will be awarded by appointment start.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interest in undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Demonstrated potential to secure external funding and publish research.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, effective communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to be a productive team player.
• Commitment to student‑centered learning and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, students, industry partners, and the public.
• Proficiency in written and oral English.
• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering inclusive environments.

• Record of excellence in teaching and research commensurate with time since degree.
• Experience collaborating with industry partners to advance teaching and scholarship.
• Productive record of teaching scholarship and student‑involved research that strengthens department activities.
• Experience or education in global/international nutrition and health.

Review will begin on November 27, 2025. Materials must be submitted by that date for full consideration, though applications received after may be considered.

Universal Student Success Statement Prompt – Cal Poly is a public, student‑centered university that serves diverse constituents of California. Please detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, and describe how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly. Service or scholarship related to these areas may also be included.

Finalists will provide three letters of recommendation and sealed official transcripts before appointment.

Cal Poly does not commit to providing visa sponsorship for this position.

The person holding this position is required to comply with California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083.

Following a conditional offer, a background check (including criminal records) must be completed satisfactorily before the candidate may start. Failure to complete the background check may result in withdrawal of the offer.

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