Limited Term Adjunct Lecturer, Nutritional Sciences (Multiple Positions) (Part-Time)

University of Arizona

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Apr 14, 2026

Limited Term Adjunct Lecturer, Nutritional Sciences (Multiple Positions) (Part-Time)
Posting Number	req25669
Department	Nutritional Sci Wellness - RES
Department Website Link	https://snsw.arizona.edu/
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness seeks applications for a Limited Term Adjunct Lecturer to teach traditional courses in the Nutritional Sciences and Wellness (NSW) program. This is a 6-month, part-time (<0.49 FTE) appointment (non-tenure-eligible). Additional summer teaching opportunities may be available. This position is central to the teaching mission of the School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness and involves teaching courses during the Fall 2026 semester. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Teach 1 to 3 credit lecture and/or lab classes in the Fall 2026 term. Course topics could include traditional food science and/or nutritional science courses, either online or in person. Additional courses in future terms and/or topics presently in need of staffing include but are not limited to: Fundamentals of Food Science Lecture, Food Studies Laboratory, Food and Fermentation Laboratory and Food and Fermentation Lecture, basic principles of nutritional science, nutrition and chronic disease, and health coaching. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of basic principle of nutrition education, food science, and/or exercise physiology. Skills in project management and leadership. Ability to communicate effectively. Creative problem solving. Ability to multi-task.
Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree in food science, Nutrition, Exercise Science or other related disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
Rank	Lecturer
Tenure Information	Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	2.68 - 19.6
Job FTE	0.067 - 0.49
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	$4,958 per 3 credit course
Compensation Type	Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	3
Target Hire Date	8/17/2026
Expected End Date	12/20/2026
Contact Information for Candidates	Ashley Carrillo acarrillo13@arizona.edu
Open Date	4/13/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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