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Sports Dietitian
Job no: 536967
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Athletics, Healthcare/Nursing, Student Life/Services
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Compensation Band: OS-OA05-Fiscal Year 2026-2027
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
September 2, 2026; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.
Department Summary
The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 290 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.
Position Summary
The Sports Dietitian provides individual assessment and nutrition coaching, team education, planning and execution of fueling strategies, documentation, and reporting of student-athlete progress, and budgetary management for impact and efficiency. This position will also play an important role in educating, organizing, and guiding the progression of student sports nutrition interns. This role requires a high level of organization and communication to facilitate collaboration with team operations, strength and conditioning, athletic training, sports science, and culinary staff in the execution of nutrition services.
This role is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University of Oregon, Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA.
Special Requirements:
• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain UO Drivers Certification.
Minimum Requirements
• Registered Dietitian (RD) and ability to obtain state licensure within 3 months of the date of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in dietetics/nutrition or related field.
• One year of experience of providing performance nutrition support to recreational, collegiate, professional or elite level athletes, including internship/volunteer experience.
Professional Competencies
• Highly organized and able to adapt and execute in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to influence stakeholders through impactful written and verbal communication.
• Adept with technology and data management.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in nutrition, exercise physiology or related field.
• One year of full-time experience in a collegiate sports nutrition setting.
• Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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Advertised: August 19, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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