Nutrition & Dietetics Program Director and Assistant or Associate Professor

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Academic

August 1, 2026

Seton Hill University invites applications for the tenure track position of Program Director/Assistant or Associate Professor for the Nutrition and Dietetics Program. Start date is August 1, 2026. The Nutrition & Dietetics Program sits in the College of Health Professions & Natural Sciences. The Program Director reports to the College Dean. The program offers Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, including the ACEND accredited MS in Nutrition & Dietetics.

Responsibilities:

Administrative

Provide direct oversight for all academic and administrative matters.
Lead the faculty in strategic planning and monitor the process to further the program's mission in teaching, research, service, and patient care.
Supervise the process of maintaining ACEND program accreditation.
Promotes the program and enhancing its visibility, assisting with recruiting and retaining students, and managing the day-to-day logistics of the program.

Teaching and advising

Teach both undergraduate and graduate populations
Teach in both in-person and online formats
Mentor students through academic and professional development
Provide academic advising

Scholarship and professional activities

Engage in professional and/or scholarly activity in the field
Service to the University
Participate in service to the College and University

Chartered in 1918, Seton Hill University is a leading Catholic coeducational liberal arts university founded by the Sisters of Charity and embracing students of all faiths. Located in southwestern Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands (yet only 35 miles from Pittsburgh), Seton Hill educates its students to think and act critically, creatively and ethically as productive members of society committed to transforming the world.

A MS in Nutrition & Dietetics, or related field, is required
Registered Dietitian, licensed to practice in Pennsylvania Doctoral degree, such as PhD in Nutrition or Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, or related field
Familiarity with ACEND accreditation standards
Prior leadership experience

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Required applicant materials include Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Philosophy and Transcripts. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be submitted to hkober@setonhill.edu. All finalists will be required to submit a written response to the Seton Hill Mission Statement. Background checks will be performed on all new hires. Employment is conditional upon acceptable results of background checks and clearances.