Adjunct Teaching - NDFS 380 International Nutrition

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - NDFS 380 International Nutrition

Posting End Date:  October 25, 2025

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Friday, October 24, 2025 at 11:59pm (MST)

Position Start Date:January 2, 2026

Required Degree: Applicants must have a master's degree, with either their bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, or a related health field.

The required degree must be completed by the start date. 

Experience: We are looking for candidates with 2+ years working or teaching experience in fields related to public health and nutrition. We prefer candidates to have experience in international humanitarian service and have worked with regional/domestic/global nonprofits. 

Duties/Expectations:

Teach NDFS 380 – International Nutrition (taught Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30-1:45pm.

    Instruct students in person during designated class timesProvide office consultations and student mentoring (about 2 hours per week)

    Prepare course materials (homework/projects)Evaluate student workWrite and administer examsAdjunct faculty do not attend faculty meetings and are not required to participate in research or citizenship responsibilities.Course Description: In this course, students will learn the causes and consequences of malnutrition and nutrition transitions across the world. Students will learn to evaluate public health nutrition interventions and understand the role of health organizations and food systems in preventing malnutrition and chronic disease. Students will gain a deeper understanding of traditional Native and national diets and their relevance to health outcomes. 

Documents Required at the Time of Application:Please attach your updated curriculum vitae and cover letter to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. 

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. 

BYU Mission Alignment

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. It is anticipated that BYU faculty members will: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.