Director of Sports Nutrition Education

The Director of Sports Nutrition Education is a 12-month position that includes an instructor role in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) in the area of sports nutrition. The position will also collaborate with the current Director of Sports Nutrition in the Department of Athletics for delivery of sports nutrition education to coaches and student-athletes and assist with clinical nutrition for Colorado State University’s intercollegiate athletics program.

Required Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, health/exercise science or nutrition-related field. Minimum of two years experience working with a sports nutrition program, preferably in intercollegiate/professional athletics or sports-related field. Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with active status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (www.cdrnet.org). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with students, Health and Performance staff, coaches, and academic staff regarding nutrition, research, and on-going situations or scenarios. Expertise in current literature relating to sports nutrition for high-level or elite athletes. Understanding and knowledge of nutritional and herbal supplements to determine if permissible under NCAA regulations. Ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse community and advance the Department of Athletics’ commitment to diversity and inclusion. Knowledge of NCAA rules/regulations. Ability to travel out of town and work occasional nights and weekends to meet business needs for the department