أخصائي تغذية

Roles and responsibilities

• Participate in conducting research and other scholarly activities in the areas of food science, food microbiology, food technology, etc.
• Advance and disseminate knowledge through publication in appropriate refereed journals
• Advice, mentor, and evaluate undergraduate seminars, tutorials, and student research projects
• Plan hands-on activities within didactic courses to fulfill clinical nutrition-related knowledge and competencies such as case studies, role-playing techniques, simulations, group discussions, and projects
• Perform ongoing review of curriculum and practicum activities to meet the accreditation standards
• Facilitate continuous assessment of the program - both didactic and practicum - and student learning outcomes
• Develop and maintain awareness on food science topics in the UAE community
• Function as an active member of the college and university faculty through the participation in academic and professional services
• Engage in national and international professional activities

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepare and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
• Continually assess course objectives and instructional methods to improve teaching and learning
• Use formative and summative assessments of student learning within assigned courses to inform instruction and improve student attainment of course objectives and program outcomes
• Demonstrate a familiarity with a variety of instructional delivery methods, including digital platforms, group activities, and portfolios to provide educational content and opportunities supported by evidence-based research and individual expertise
• Demonstrate a familiarity with Blackboard and other learning management systems
• Prepare comprehensive course syllabus, to include approved student learning objectives/outcome evaluation form
• Work collaboratively with the program faculty, affiliated sites, and other academic units, as well as government agencies to effectively address Abu Dhabi and national program priorities related to food science
• Be familiar with the ACEND accreditation standards and ensure with other faculty and administrators that they met
• Teach courses for the BSc program in Human Nutrition and Dietetics on food science
• Direct student’s research and conduct research in collaboration with others
• Perform student academic advisement, hold office hours, and provide support to students with regard to program choices and career possibilities
• Support ADU’s outcomes initiatives by working to refine and revise course assignments and evaluation tools and participating in data analysis discussions to make program and course improvements
• Facilitate development and revision of curricula and courses, assuring alignment within the program description and outcomes, course objectives and content, as well as university/Commission for Academic Accreditation curriculum standards
• Attend commencement, faculty meetings, department meetings, committee meetings, professional development programs, and other university events, as applicable

Desired candidate profile

Applicants with valid UAE residency will be given special consideration. Applications should be submitted through LinkedIn and must include the following:

• Cover letter, to be addressed to the Human Nutrition and Dietetics Faculty Search Committee, College of Health Sciences, Abu Dhabi University
• Resume/CV, including a list of the courses taught and full list of publications
• Names, address, phone number, and e-mail address for three references
• A combined statement of teaching philosophy and research interest
• A copy of transcripts for the highest degree held and evidence of appointment to the current academic rank. Note that all job offers are contingent upon attestation of the highest degree.
• Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The deadline to receive complete applications is November 12th, 2024.

ADU is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment in ADU is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need, with no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, gender, or any other status protected under UAE law.