Assistant Professor - Family and Consumer Sciences -Tenure Track

Position Details

Posting Summary

College

College Of Educ & Human Dvlpmt

Executive Area

Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Department

Family & Consumer Sciences

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F276P

Job Type

Tenure Track

Pay Type

Exempt/Salaried

Pay Grade

I30

Campus Location

WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience. Generous benefit package.

Number of Vacancies

1

General Summary

Western Michigan University's College of Education and Human Development invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics and the director of the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited didactic program in nutrition and dietetics (DPD).

Major Duties

Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses, including community nutrition, foodservice management, and food science.

Actively seek external funding to support research and scholarly activities.

Conduct research and publish data in peer-reviewed journals.

Manage all aspects of the Didactic Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (DPD) accreditation, including curriculum development and revisions, program evaluation, and student records in accordance with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) standards1.

Collaborate with the College marketing staff to promote the program.

Supervise research work of master's level students.

Coordinate undergraduate experiential service-learning program.

Serve on department, college and university committees. Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctorate or ABD in nutrition, public health, food service management, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.

Registered Dietitian (R.D.) credential is required.

Minimum of three years professional experience post credentialing.

Evidence of successful teaching and research experience.

Strong classroom and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience teaching foodservice management and food science courses desired.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Starting Date: August 15, 2026

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should visit to apply.

Online applications include:

1. Curriculum vita

2. Cover letter of application that addresses fulfillment of qualifications

3. Contact information for three individuals who have agreed to provide a letter of recommendation (letters will be requested for shortlisted candidates only)

Please direct any questions to Dr. Adam Manley, Chair of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, at .

Additional Position Information

Go to: wmich.edu/hr/employees/faculty for benefits and other information.