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Clinical Assistant Professor (10 Month), Nutrition

Position Number: 9796615
Location: Buffalo, United States
Position Type: Health - Nutrition & Dietetics

Clinical Assistant Professor (10 Month), Nutrition

Position Information

Position Title: Clinical Assistant Professor (10 Month), Nutrition
Department: Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64103

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences within the School of Public Health and Health Professions invites applicants for a full-time, 10-month Clinical Assistant Professor position in our Nutrition Program. This is a clinical faculty position to begin in August 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

Primarily teach in the undergraduate Nutrition Program, but may have opportunities to teach in other programs for the Department.
Empower the next generation of nutrition professionals by offering personalized academic advising, career mentorship, and meaningful guidance to both students and teaching assistants.
Shape the future of the curriculum through innovative course design, continuous program enhancement, and thoughtful evaluation that keeps our offerings cutting edge and relevant.
Play an active role in advancing the department and the profession by contributing your talents to committees, initiatives, and service activities across the Department, School, University, and professional organizations.
Foster a collaborative, supportive academic community by modeling collegiality, teamwork, and a spirit of shared purpose in all faculty interactions.
Engage deeply in teaching excellence, with a commitment to delivering up to 12 credit hours each Fall and Spring semester in a dynamic, student centered environment.

About the Department:
The Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences is a dynamic, research driven academic unit within the School of Public Health and Health Professions. Faculty and students collaborate across well established research programs supported by excellent facilities and a wide range of academic offeringsfrom undergraduate degrees in Exercise and Nutritional Sciences to advanced MS and PhD programs. The Department offers a BS in Exercise Science, a BS in Nutritional Sciences, a BS/MS in Exercise Nutrition, an MS in Clinical Nutrition leading to the Registered Dietitian credential, an MS degree in Athletic Training, MS degrees in Nutrition and Exercise Science and PhD degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition.

A signature feature of the department is the Center for Research and Education in Special Environments (CRESE), a state of the art facility that enables cutting edge research at altitude, underwater, and in extreme temperatures. It's an exciting environment for faculty who want to innovate, mentor, and make a meaningful impact in the fields of nutrition and human performance.

Learn more:

Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Earned PhD in Nutrition or related field; OR Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN) with 2 years teaching experience
Evidence of teaching experience in nutrition or closely related areas such as biochemistry, pathophysiology of chronic diseases, epidemiology, or health behavior

Preferred Qualifications

Postdoctoral research training
Record of peer-reviewed scientific publications consistent with experience
Credentialed as a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$70,000 - $80,000

Job Type
Full-Time

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Benjamin Stich
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Department Resource Manager
Contact's Email: bstich@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-829-2048

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/31/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 09/01/2027