Clinical Instructor - Nutrition & DPD Program Director

Job Title Clinical Instructor – Nutrition & DPD Program Director

Agency East Texas A&M University

Department Health & Human Performance

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location Commerce, Texas

Job Type Faculty

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• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

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The Department of Health and Human Performance at East Texas A&M University invites applications for a full-time Clinical Instructor in Nutrition to serve as the Program Director for the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). This position is a 9-month instructional appointment with dedicated workload time allocated to DPD program management in accordance with ACEND accreditation standards. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Dietitian with experience in teaching, curriculum development, student advising, and program administration.

The Clinical Instructor will primarily support undergraduate instruction in nutrition and dietetics, oversee all DPD accreditation and administrative functions, and contribute to service activities within the department and university. This is a teaching-focused role with no research or scholarship requirements
. As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

• Teach undergraduate courses in nutrition, dietetics, and related areas (typical teaching load: 9–12 contact hours per semester).
• Develop, update, and deliver high-quality, evidence-based coursework aligned with ACEND standards.
• Advise and mentor nutrition and dietetics students academically and professionally.
• Support student success through accessible office hours, timely feedback, and individualized support.
• Contribute to curriculum improvements and program development efforts in Nutrition and Public Health.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.

• Coordinate all aspects of the DPD, including admissions, progression, retention, and completion.
• Maintain compliance with all ACEND accreditation standards.
• Oversee annual updates of the DPD Student Handbook.
• Develop and implement program policies and procedures.licit