Lecturer in Nutrition

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX, USA

Published: 4/14/2026

Health and Medical Services

Part Time

Lecturer in Nutrition

UIW Mission

Position Summary
The School of Math Science and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Nutrition. Position will teach courses in Nutrition and Human Performance. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Essential Functions
Basic instructional duties:

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
Keep in contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to deliver instruction in multiple instructional modes to include online;
Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
Ability to work collaboratively with department faculty to ensure that standard curriculum outcomes are met;
Possess excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills;
Ability to utilize and teach diet assessment software;
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education
Master's Degree in Nutrition OR Master's Degree in closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition.

Required Work Experience
Experience teaching courses in food and nutrition at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate Degree in Nutrition or Food Science;
Experience with on-line learning platforms;
Professional experience in the field;
RDN.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None specified.

Work Hours
Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in this field.

Posting Number: UN1017PO
Job Type: Part Time
Job Category: Faculty
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date (if temporary):
Reports To: Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering
Salary: $2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience
Open Date: 04/13/2026
Close Date: 4/30/2027
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicant
This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/30843

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).