Adjunct Graduate Nutrition Faculty Position

About the role

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s Human Ecology Department seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach online nutrition courses for both graduate and undergraduate programs. This part‑time, non‑tenure‑track position focuses on delivering high‑quality instruction and may include student advising and curriculum development.

Key responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in the clinical nutrition and nutrition‑and‑wellness tracks.
• Deliver undergraduate nutrition courses in an online format.
• Maintain virtual office hours to support student learning.
• Participate in student advising as needed.
• Contribute to curriculum development activities.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chair.

Required profile

• Earned doctorate in Nutrition, Food Science, or a related field (with at least one graduate degree in Nutrition or a related area).
• Prior college‑level teaching experience.
• Proficiency with instructional technology for online teaching.

Required skills

• Effective written and interpersonal communication.
• Organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Computer and technology skills relevant to online instruction.

What we offer

• Salary commensurate with education and experience.
• Part‑time appointment with flexible scheduling.