Nutrition & Dietetics Associate or Full Professor and Department Chair

Salary/Position Classification

• $105,000+ Commensurate with Experience, contract, Exempt
• 40 hours per week, 12-month appointment
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• This position will work in person on the campus of the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND

Purpose of Position

The College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) is comprised of the departments of Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Social Work. For this position, the Nutrition & Dietetics department is seeking a tenured faculty member to additionally serve as the department chair.

The mission of the CNPD is to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship, and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations.

The mission of the department of Nutrition & Dietetics is to provide exceptional, culturally aware, and collaborative education, experiences, and scholarship that advance well-being through nutrition for all.

CHAIR:
The role of a department chair is to provide leadership and support for members of the department in carrying out its mission. The department chair seeks to create a community for learning that includes the department faculty, students and the broader community of practice. The department chair also encourages and supports the faculty in teaching, research, advising and service activities.

FACULTY:
The applicant will have a separate faculty appointment within the N&D department and will carry out UND's tripartite mission with responsibilities in research, teaching and service in addition to the administrative role as department chair. This position is expected to work collaboratively with department faculty to achieve the mission of the department through effective teaching and advising, impactful research, and valuable service endeavors. This position is for either an Associate Professor or Full Professor with tenure in the department of Nutrition & Dietetics, subject to approval by the both the University and the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education. This is a 12-month appointment.

Candidate will be required to meet requirements at rank.

This position requires an on-campus, in person presence at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND.

Duties & Responsibilities

• 40% - Research
  • Maintain an active, productive research agenda
  • Substantial secured external grant funding
• 30% - Administration as department chair
  • Academic program responsibilities including (but not limited to):
    • Fostering interaction and collaboration in the department
    • Fostering community engagement with clinical partners and others
    • Mentoring new faculty in the department
    • Oversee coordination of student recruitment and admission
    • Evaluation of current programs as well as program development and new program creation
    • Oversee curricular development
    • Lead reaffirmation process and monitor accreditation status
    • Oversee preparation of class schedules, handbooks, marketing materials, etc.
  • Personnel responsibilities including (but not limited to):
    • Address and monitor performance concerns
    • Coordinate and conduct evaluation process for faculty
    • Appoint temporary faculty as well as GTAs and GRAs
    • Assist faculty with professional development
    • Share or recognize faculty accomplishments
  • Resources including (but not limited to):
    • Manage departmental budgets and provide input for budget review meetings
    • Provide input on distribution of scholarships
    • Work with the Dean regarding long-term planning
• 20% - Service to the department, college or university
• 10% - Teaching
  • Effort allocation reserved to teach one 3 credit course during the 2026-2027 academic year, including student advisement

Required Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to think strategically and engage in open dialogue
• Collegial and collaborative facilitation skills
• Demonstrated commitment to nutrition & dietetics ethics and values

Minimum Requirements

• Doctoral degree in nutrition, human nutrition or closely related field
• At least one graduate degree in nutrition or dietetics
• Evidence of scholarly accomplishment
• Teaching in a higher education
• Two years of administrative experience
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development and online teaching
• Interdisciplinary experience
• Experience in program accreditation
• A proven record of fund-raising, grant-writing, and/or community engagement
• Registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN/RD)
• Ability to qualify for licensure in ND and MN

To Apply

Academic Search is assisting the University of North Dakota in this search. To learn more about this opportunity, potential applicants are welcome to schedule a conversation with the Senior Consultant leading this search, Dr. Pam Balch (pam.balch@academicsearch.org). Please include a copy of your CV to inform the conversation. Specific inquires, nominations, and applications should be emailed to UNDChairND@academicsearch.org. Complete position profile and application procedures can be found here.

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 02/09/2026