Adjunct Hiring Pool - Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics

Compensation Range: $1,080.00 - $1,300.00 per credit hour

Department: Kinesiology, Nutrition & Dietetics

Benefits: UNC's Career HubThis is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Fall 2026 - Summer 2027.This pool expires on May 31, 2027. Applicants wishing to remain in this pool past May 31, 2027, must reapply at that time.

Position Summary: The Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics (KiND) at the University of Northern Colorado invites applications for part-time faculty positions as we build our capacity to offer quality instruction on various topics within several program areas: dietetics, physical education, physical activity leadership, nutrition, human performance, exercise science, sports coaching, sport administration, and athletic training. Positions are part-time faculty to teach undergraduate or graduate classes in the Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics programs. Courses in Kinesiology focus on various topics within several program areas including but not limited to physical education, physical activity leadership, exercise science, sports coaching, sport administration, and athletic training. Courses in Nutrition and Dietetics are part of an undergraduate accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (BS Dietetics), a BS Nutrition degree program, and a MS Dietetics graduate program. These positions are filled semester by semester based on the needs of the different programs.

Minimum Qualifications: For teaching bachelor's degree classes in Kinesiology: master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport Administration, or closely related field. For applicants without a master's degree, tested experience must be met (see below).For teaching bachelor's degree classes in Nutrition and Dietetics: master's degree in foods, nutrition, dietetics, or related area and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential plus two years of related experience not including a dietetic internship. To qualify through tested experience for instruction of bachelor's degree classes in Physical Education or Sports Coaching, a faculty candidate who does not hold an appropriate master's degree must have: Bachelor's degree in Physical Education/Sports Coaching or related field (e.g., Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Education) and possess experience and documentation in some of the following areas:holds national board certification or passed appropriate pedagogical and/or content assessment and/ or holds a state teaching license in physical education.has been a K-12 school leader with a minimum of 3 years leading the program relevant to the UNC courses to be taught.publication(s) in primary literature of the discipline or closely related field.honors, awards, or special recognition related to the discipline or a closely related field.recognition of competency by professionals within the discipline or a closely related field, such as leading professional workshops, professional organization work beyond active membership, and/or professional development activity. For teaching master's degree classes in Kinesiology: doctoral degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Sport Administration or closely related field. For applicants without a doctoral degree, tested experience must be met (see below).For teaching master's degree classes in Nutrition and Dietetics: Doctoral degree in foods, nutrition, dietetics or related area and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. For applicants without a doctoral degree, tested experience must be met (see below).To qualify through tested experience for instruction of master's degree classes, a faculty candidate who does not hold an appropriate doctoral degree must have the following for each discipline.

Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience at the university level

Benefits: Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position. About UNCThe University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC's commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44% of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC's Career Hub, to learn more about UNC's strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

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