Adjunct Faculty, Functional and Integrative Nutrition (Remote)

Why NWHSU?

When you join NWHSU you're not simply doing a job, you're making a difference. You'll see passion for our mission, our work, and our future growth opportunities all around you. Culture is extremely important to us. We're a small enough organization that you'll get to know everyone, have a voice, make an impact, and feel the enthusiasm of everyone you work with. It's all part of our person-centered philosophy- and it's an ideal blend and a superb organization to expand your career.

What can you expect?

The person-centered approach we take to healthcare education and practice extends to our NWHSU team. That means:

• Every role and individual contributes to our success. No matter what department you work in, you'll see passion for our work and respect for one another.
• Belonging is important to us - we all bring different backgrounds, perspectives, and value to the organization. And that makes us stronger.
• We're committed and engaged. You'll see that in every meeting, every discussion and everything we do. It shows and we're proud of it.
• We don't simply say we have a team environment - we live it. Your ideas and suggestions matter. We listen to one another and when something makes sense, we do it.
• We've still got that entrepreneurial spirit, even though we've been around for 80+ years. And we like that.
• We build in flexibility in roles whenever we can. We work in a hybrid environment. Each manager works with their team members to ensure there is a healthy work-life balance.
• Your personal and professional work opportunities are important to us - we provide these benefits so you can continue to excel in your career.

Our goal? Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to deliver and advance healthcare.

Position Information:

NWHSU is excited to announce an opportunity to join our Functional and Integrative Nutrition Program as an Adjunct Faculty member!This is an exciting opportunity to inspire future wellness professionals while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative academic community. In this role, you will bring course content to life through high-quality, engaging instruction and foster an inclusive learning environment where students feel supported and empowered. You'll provide timely, constructive feedback, facilitate meaningful discussions, and use creative, innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement.

This is a part-time, non-benefits eligible, adjunct faculty position.

Work Location: Fully remote

Course Assignment Specifics:

Potential courses to teach: Nutrition in Pain, Inflammation, and Chronic Disease; Developmental and Lifestyle Nutrition; Functional Nutrition Technology & Diagnostics; Evidence Based Nutrition; or other related coursework.

These are established courses. Syllabus and course content already created.

Duties:

• Apply effective teaching and learning strategies designed to assist students in learning foundational competencies outlined in the syllabus
• Engage in regular and substantive interaction with students in ways that supports learning in the course
• Deliver meaningful assessment strategies to determine student attainment of foundational knowledge and course competencies
• Provides students with timely and clear feedback
• Assign grades based on grading policies outlined in the syllabus and student performance on assessments

Required Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution, such as:
  • Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN) or PhD in Nutrition
  • MD, DO, ND, DC, or equivalent clinical doctorate with advanced nutrition and functional/integrative medicine training
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in advanced clinical nutrition
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to teach effectively in an online learning environment

Licensure and Professional Standing (as applicable)

• Current, unrestricted professional licensure (e.g., RDN, MD, DO, ND, DC, etc.) as required
• Good standing with all relevant licensing and credentialing bodies as applicable
• Active or recent clinical practice preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior graduate-level teaching experience, particularly in online or hybrid formats
• Experience with online learning management systems (Canvas preferred)
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Functional medicine and systems biology
  • Integrative and lifestyle medicine
  • Chronic disease prevention and management
  • Clinical assessment and personalized nutrition care
  • Nutrition research methods and evidence-based practice
• Scholarly activity such as peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or curriculum development
• Experience mentoring graduate students, supervising clinical experiences, or overseeing capstone projects

Does this sound like the type of role you could excel in? Where your background and experience may contribute to the growth of our organization? A role where you can add your passion and enthusiasm, and make a difference? If you believe you have the education and experience to meet the qualifications for this role, we'd value talking to you. Non-traditional backgrounds are welcome.

Compensation:

$1,760 per academic credit.

The hiring rate reflects a candidate with a doctoral degree and at least 5+ semesters of college-level teaching experience. Candidates with less experience or a lower degree level will have their rate adjusted accordingly. NWHSU is committed to fair and equitable pay practices and does not base compensation decisions on gender or any other protected status.

NWHSU Overview:

Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) based in Bloomington, MN, has been a national leader in person-centered healthcare education for over 80 years. The University has more than 10,000 graduates throughout the U.S. and in 21 countries. For more information, please visit nwhealth.edu.

We offer a diverse range of evidence-informed programs and experiences including: Doctor of Chiropractic, Doctor of Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Functional and Integrative Nutrition, and Integrative Care, and undergraduate offerings in massage therapy, health sciences, and allied health professions – medical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, radiation therapy, and radiologic technology. We are a mission- and vision- driven university leading the way in person-centered care.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Current curriculum vitae (CV) required
• Cover letter describing teaching philosophy and relevant experience required

If you have any questions submitting your application, please contact talent@nwhealth.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwestern Health Sciences University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Further, NWHSU prohibits all forms of discrimination is any education program or activity that it operates. The Notice of Non-Discrimination is located on our website. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Please refer to our website for further information.