The Department of Human Physiology and Nutrition at the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is seeking applications for a tenure-track assistant, associate, or full professor with expertise in sports nutrition. This position is designated as a 9-month, tenure-track appointment set to begin in August 2020.

Faculty are expected to teach the equivalent of 15 credit hours of undergraduate and/or graduate level courses each academic year. The candidate selected for this position will primarily teach classes relating to sports nutrition, human metabolism, and other possible relevant areas of academic expertise per departmental need; advise undergraduate and graduate students; coordinate undergraduate and graduate practicums/internships; develop and maintain a successful line of research and scholarly record; seek external funding that strengthens/broadens current areas of research; participate in both internal and external professional service activities; and demonstrate collaborative interests and collegiality in all aspects of faculty engagement. Applicants should possess good interpersonal and communication skills, including proficiency in English.

The Department of Human Physiology and Nutrition is a new academic unit in the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences that merges expertise in human anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and exercise science. The Department administers programs in Human Physiology and Nutrition (accredited DPD program), Exercise Science (BS), Applied Physiology (MSC), Strength and conditioning (BS-option, MS) and Sports Nutrition (MSc). Enrollment in these degree programs is expected to double in the next 5 years.

The Department of Human Physiology and Nutrition will be housed in the William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center (Hybl Center) upon its completion in the summer of 2020. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to promote a multi-disciplinary and highly collaborative approach to education, research and clinical practice, driven by teamwork and a passion for translating research into real-world solutions. It will also promote the concept of "Exercise as Medicine" for patients with various diseases and/or disorders. This project benefits from a close partnership between UCCS and Penrose/St. Francis-Centura Health that brings together a unique and unparalleled combination of clinical practice, undergraduate and graduate education, combined with clinical, faculty and student research. The benefits will be numerous, including dedicated space specifically designed to foster collaboration in this first-of-its-kind facility. 

Three centers of distinction will be housed within the Hybl Center, including the Center for Tactical and Occupational Performance, the Center for Athletes and Active Individuals with Physical Disabilities and the Center for Human Health & Performance in Extreme Environments. These centers will be the focus of collaboration between UCCS and Centura, combining existing knowledge and research with real-world application.

The Helen and Arthur E Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a distinguished and innovative college providing excellence in education, scholarship, and practice in the health professions. The college currently serves ~1400 students (80% undergraduate and 20% graduate) through its programs in the Department of Nursing, the Department of Health Sciences, and the Department of Human Physiology and Nutrition.

UCCS is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 12,400 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. UCCS is among the fastest growing universities in the state and is consistently ranked as one of the top Western regional universities by U.S. News & World Report.

Colorado Springs (pop. 500K+) is situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. Information on benefits programs can be found at https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits. 

Total compensation includes salary plus health, retirement, and non-cash compensation. Information on calculating total compensation can be found at: https://www.cu.edu/node/153125.

The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigation includes a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check. 

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Minimum requirements for all applicants:

• A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Human Nutrition, Human Metabolism, Human Bioenergetics, Nutritional Biochemistry, Exercise Science or a closely related discipline, conferred by January 1, 2020.
• Be a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Specialist in Sports Nutrition (CSSD) or eligible to become a CSSD.

Preferred qualifications for assistant professor applicants:

• At least 9 months of teaching experience as a graduate teaching assistant or higher.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses relating to integrative human nutrition and metabolism or biochemistry. 
• Experience directing student practicums/internships in nutrition at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• At least 1 year of post-doctoral experience or equivalent experience in industry in a field relating to human performance and/or sports nutrition.
• A track record of applying and/or securing external funding for research.

Preferred qualifications for associate or full professor applicants:

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      All of the above plus:

• Demonstrated internationally competitive and impactful research agenda with a strong record of publications and academic dissemination.
• Experience directing graduate student education and research.
• Evidence of contributions in teaching, research and service commensurate with the respective rank.