[Hiring] Ranked Faculty, Functional & Integrative Nutrition @Northwestern Health Sciences University

Role Description

NWHSU is seeking a ranked faculty member to join our Functional and Integrative Nutrition program to educate, inspire, and clinically mentor graduate and doctoral students through advanced, evidence-informed instructional delivery, high-touch academic advising, and rigorous clinical oversight. The incumbent will support the execution of the university's cutting-edge clinical nutrition curriculum across three specialized program tiers:

• Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN)
• Master of Health Sciences (MHS) in Functional & Integrative Nutrition
• Graduate Certificate in Functional Sports Nutrition

This position will additionally act as a primary regulatory gatekeeper and mentor for students accumulating supervised practice hours toward their Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) credential.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, student-centered educator who is passionate about fostering an inclusive learning environment, promoting academic and professional excellence, and preparing students for success.

Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution, such as:
  • Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN) or PhD in Nutrition
  • MD, DO, ND, DC, or equivalent clinical doctorate with advanced nutrition and functional/integrative medicine training
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in advanced clinical nutrition
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to teach effectively in an online learning environment
• Current, unrestricted professional licensure (e.g., RDN, MD, DO, ND, DC, etc.) as required
• Good standing with all relevant licensing and credentialing bodies as applicable
• Active or recent clinical practice preferred

Requirements

• Prior graduate-level teaching experience, particularly in online or hybrid formats
• Experience with online learning management systems (Canvas preferred)
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Functional medicine and systems biology
  • Integrative and lifestyle medicine
  • Chronic disease prevention and management
  • Clinical assessment and personalized nutrition care
  • Nutrition research methods and evidence-based practice
• Scholarly activity such as peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or curriculum development
• Experience mentoring graduate students, supervising clinical experiences, or overseeing capstone projects

Benefits

• Academic Breaks
• Holiday (16 days in 2026)
• 403(b) Plan
• Medical, dental, vision
• Discounted and free on-site clinic services for you and your family
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• EAP and other wellness benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for external programs
• Tuition Reduction for internal programs (includes family members)
• Employee discount at our campus store
• On-site fitness center
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

How to Apply

Complete our online application and attach your cover letter and resume. If you have any questions submitting your application, please contact [email protected] .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwestern Health Sciences University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Further, NWHSU prohibits all forms of discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. The Notice of Non-Discrimination is located on our website. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Please refer to our website for further information.