Full Time Lecturer, Embedded Clinical Nutrition Preceptor

at  California State University

Job no: 536054
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Faculty - Agriculture
The Food Science and Nutrition Department in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a two-year, full-time, academic year lecturer starting September 16, 2024 and ending June 13, 2026. This lecturer is an embedded clinical nutrition preceptor who will coordinate rotation experiences and supervise a group of Cal Poly dietetic interns during their clinical nutrition rotations at a local hospital(s). Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Duties of the lecturer include: serving as the lead clinical nutrition preceptor for Cal Poly’s dietetic interns placed at local hospital(s); provide patient care, work with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and maintain medical documentation, as appropriate; work closely with the dietetic internship director and other key stakeholders, including local hospital administrators and nutrition care team, to coordinate and schedule clinical nutrition supervised practice rotations and experiences for Cal Poly dietetic interns; work closely with the dietetic internship director and local hospital staff to plan and implement competency-based experiences and assignments to meet the Standards for Dietetic Internships as set forth by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND); assist with the selection of dietetic interns; oversee the clearance and onboarding processes for all clinical nutrition rotations; monitor and evaluate student intern performance in the clinic and on required assignments.
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2022, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
Lecturer A: $4,530-$6,056
Lecturer B: $5,405-$11,994
Lecturer C: $6,190-$13,172
Lecturer D: $7,794-$13,797
At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe cultivating an environment embracing and promoting diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly’s values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly’s commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An earned bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or closely related field and a minimum of 4 years of clinical experience OR an earned master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or closely related field, and a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
• RD/RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and maintain credential during appointment
• 2 years of inpatient clinical nutrition experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to and evidence of quality, student-centered learning, precepting, or teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings
• The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with teams and interact well with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the general public.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated proficiency in the written and oral use of the English language.
• Candidates who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, and who have international experience or the desire to cultivate international links, are of particular interest.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with motivational interviewing.
• Specialty certifications in dietetics, e.g., renal, nutrition support, diabetes, etc.
• Involved in professional organizations in nutrition or dietetics.
• Evidence working with diverse populations.
• The ability to collaborate with faculty across the College and University is desirable.
  Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience who bring professional capabilities, including building connections, working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

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