Job Description
Position Summary
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition is seeking applications for a part-time instructor for the Food Science & Human Nutrition Program.
Salary Range
$25,000 to $35,000 annual 0.5 FTE
Essential Job Duties
Teach one or more courses in one of our three undergraduate programs
Assess student progress
Provide student feedback
Develop new course materials
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)
Supervision
This position will report to the Department Head.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field
1-2 years Teaching Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in university setting
Experience designing new college-level courses
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Application Instructions
To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. This is an evergreen posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by the department head if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on Sep t ember 30, 2026 . Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Employee Benefits
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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