Job Details

Type: Full-Time
Posted: 10/10/2025
Category: Nutrition and Dietetics; 

Faculty members at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) are dedicated to providing students with an engaging, practical, and high-quality educational experience. This full-time faculty position involves teaching, student advising, curriculum development, assessment, and active university service. The ideal candidate will demonstrate ongoing professional growth, maintain expertise in their discipline, and apply innovative teaching methods to enhance student success.

Diversity & Inclusion

JWU is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. The university values the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences that students, faculty, and staff bring to campus life. Individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrate expertise in nutrition, culinary arts, or a related discipline, maintaining up-to-date professional knowledge.

• Prepare and deliver relevant, engaging, and current course material to support student learning.

• Assess and revise instructional methods to continuously improve teaching effectiveness.

• Apply both formative and summative assessments to evaluate and enhance student outcomes.

• Serve as an academic advisor, guiding students in course selection, program decisions, and career planning.

• Contribute to university outcomes assessment and curriculum development, ensuring alignment with program standards and institutional goals.

• Participate in faculty and departmental meetings, commencement ceremonies, professional development sessions, and university events.

• Support student retention and engagement by advising clubs, participating in recruitment, and assisting with admissions initiatives.

• Adhere to the university’s faculty responsibilities as detailed in the Faculty Manual.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Nutrition, or a related field.

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or another accreditation recognized by JWU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential.

• Professional experience in foodservice management and/or culinary arts.

• College-level teaching experience, particularly in applied nutrition or culinary education.

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside within or relocate to a commutable distance of the Charlotte Campus upon hire.

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled or the posting is closed.

This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic university community dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders in nutrition, dietetics, and culinary innovation.