Food Science Jobs in Hawaii (NOW HIRING)

Description Title: Lecturer, CC (Food Science FSHN) Hiring Unit: Arts & Sciences Location: Honolulu Community College Date Posted: July 21, 2026 Closing Date: August 19, 2026 Salary Information: Minimum $2,053 per credit hour Full Time/Part Time: Part Time Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Other Conditions:Fall 2026, part-time, for lecturer candidate pool, non-tenurial, assignments as needed, contingent on availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and actual staffing requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Teach assigned courses in the discipline. Maintain at least one office hour per week for each class taught.

Provide instruction and guidance to meet student learning objectives, prepare course syllabus and reports related to teaching and student progress. Work under supervision of discipline coordinator/division chairperson in integrating teaching efforts with other instructors in the discipline area. Student and peer evaluations and self-assessment of teaching effectiveness are required.

Commitment to community college principles and philosophy is essential. Must be available for evening and weekend teaching assignments, teaching on campus, off-campus at military bases, secondary education sites (high schools) and/or distance learning assignments for courses taught via the internet. This is not a remote position.

For some teaching fields, openings may only be available for classes offered on military bases or taught via the Internet. To teach on a military base, Department of Defense security clearance will be required. To teach Early College courses for DOE schools, background checks will be required.

Minimum Qualifications Master's in Food and Nutrition, Food and Nutritional Science, Food Science and Human Nutrition, Food Science, Nutrition Science, Nutritional Sciences, Human Nutrition, Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutrition-Dietetics, Dietetics, Dietetics and Food Administration; or, Bachelor's in Food and Nutrition, Food and Nutritional Science, Food Science and Human Nutrition, Food Science, Nutrition Science, Nutritional Sciences, Human Nutrition, Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutrition-Dietetics, Dietetics, Dietetics and Food Administration plus 3 years of related work or teaching experience; or, Registered Dietitian (RD) (NOTE: Effective January 1, 2024, the minimum degree requirement to be approved for eligibility for the registration examination for dietitians was changed from a bachelor's degree to a graduate degree. This decision was made by the Commission on Dietetic Registration based on the recommendations of the Council on Future Practice Visioning Report 2012) plus 3 years related work or teaching experience. Desirable Qualifications Teaching experience at the community college level.

Demonstrated ability to work with community college students. Work experience related to course to be taught. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

Familiarity with competency-based instruction and behavioral objectives. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations Experience in the use of technology to support instruction and student success, including but not limited to LMS, CRM, Early Alert and presentation software. A willingness to adapt to new technology platforms.

To Apply Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Required Documents include: Resume. Cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position.

Names and contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references. Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) from a regionally accredited institution of higher education showing degree(s) and relevant coursework. Copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Academic record/grade summaries and diplomas will not be accepted. Transcripts issued outside of the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA.

Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Note: Late, incomplete, or unreadable applications will not be considered. Minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of employment.

Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position. Do not include self-identifying photos and redact all references to confidential information on submitted documents, including Social Security numbers and dates of birth. Letters of recommendation are optional.

If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account. All applications become inactive three (3) years from submittal date, regardless of hire status, at which time you must reapply to be considered for the lecturer pool. Inquires Honolulu Community College Human Resources Office HonCCHR@Hawaii.edu 808-845-9144 EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status

For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/