Adjunct, Nutrition

The University of St. Thomas is seeking a qualified individual to fill an adjunct faculty teaching position for the 2026 Summer Session 2 Semester (7/14-8/21). The successful candidate will teach one course of NUTR 245 Intro to Nutrition for undergraduate students. The course is planned to be delivered via an online, asynchronous teaching modality.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

Adjunct Faculty Teaching Responsibilities to Include:

• Design and deliver online instruction using student-engaged pedagogical approaches
• Develop course materials that align with program’s defined objectives and learning outcomes
• Provide timely feedback to students re: their grades and progress in the course
• Be available to students for 1-2 office hours per week
• Other duties as assigned

Salary Range:

$6,200 per course load for the 2025-2026 school year (per 4 credit undergraduate course).

Minimum qualifications: 

• A Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Prior teaching experience

Preferred qualifications: 

• A terminal degree (Ph.D.) in nutrition or a related health field and prior teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Commitment to high quality instruction in a student-centered environment
• Ability to cultivate an inclusive learning environment that support students with various learning styles and diverse backgrounds
• Experience using the Canvas learning management system (preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, and instructional technology to teach traditional, hybrid or online courses

To Apply for the Position:

Interested applicants should include the following documents with your application:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Names and contact information of two references

For full consideration, materials should be submitted online at http://www.stthomas.edu/jobs. Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Candidates should complete the reference section of the application. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 9,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.

Official job posting is available at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.