The Department of Applied Human Sciences invites applications for a 10-month term position in Foods & Nutrition to commence on August 1, 2024. This appointment is subject to final budgetary approval.

The Department of Applied Human Sciences at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) acknowledges that UPEI is located on the unceded land of the Mi’kmaq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk.

Qualifications: 

The successful candidate will have a graduate degree in Human Nutrition or related field, recent experience (within the last 7 years) working in clinical dietetics within the health care system, and eligibility for registration as a dietitian in Prince Edward Island. A completed or in-progress doctoral degree, evidence of successful undergraduate teaching, and evidence of scholarly achievement commensurate with rank would be considered assets.

The department is seeking a candidate who can teach two Clinical Nutrition courses in addition to other undergraduate Foods and Nutrition courses such as Professional Practice, Introductory Nutrition or Nutritional Assessment (some courses have laboratory sessions that would be part of the teaching assignment).  Finally, they should be able to contribute expertise to students in our integrated dietetic internship program.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier, and contact information for three references to:

Dr. Michael MacLellan, Acting Chair
Department of Applied Human Sciences
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Email: mimaclellan@upei.ca

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Review of applications will begin on May 5, 2024, however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled.