Position Announcement

Louisiana Tech University
School of Human Ecology

Assistant Professor, Nutrition and Dietetics

Nine-month, tenure-track appointment (60% teaching, 30% research, 10% service) to begin September 1, 2008. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in clinical dietetics or food systems management and related areas; developing and maintaining a research program in dietetics; securing grant funding; advising and recruiting undergraduate and graduate students. Qualifications include PhD in nutrition, dietetics, food systems management, or related area (ABD considered); RD preferred; at least one degree through a Family and Consumer Sciences unit; teaching experience, research, and publications desirable. Submit vita and letter of application electronically to Dr. Alice Hunt, Professor Nutrition & Dietetics, Chair Search Committee; email:hunt@ans.latech.edu. Phone: (318) 257-3952. Applications will be accepted until April 7, 2008. For additional information about the University, refer to the web page http://www.latech.edu. LA Tech is a member of the University of Louisiana System and is an EO, AA, and ADA employer.

Louisiana Tech University is categorized as an SREB Four-Year 3 institution, as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University-Intensive, and as a COC/SACS Level VI institution in North Louisiana with enrollment of over 11,000 students. The School of Human Ecology is an AAFCS accredited unit in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences. The Dietetics Internship is accredited by ADA and the DPD program is approved. The School of Human Ecology is comprised of caring, motivated faculty who are committed to quality in teaching, research, creative activity, public service, and economic development.

Louisiana Tech University is committed to the principle of providing the opportunity for learning and development of all qualified citizens without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age disability, marital status, or veteran status for admission to, participation in, or employment in the programs and activities which the University sponsors or operates. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations concerning accessibility or application materials/procedures should contact the Human Resources Office for assistance. Telephone (318) 257-2235.