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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Clinical Assistant Professor (10 Month), Nutrition
Department
Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Posting Number
F260095
Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64103
Employer
State
Faculty Appointment Term
Term
Position Type
UUP Faculty
Bargaining Unit
08 - UUP
Posting Detail Information
Fiscal Year
2026-2027
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 offerings-from 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

Prodig+
No
Executive Position
No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range
$70,000 - $80,000
Additional Salary Information
Job Type
Full-Time
Campus
South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
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
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant