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Assistant Teaching Professor - Integrative Physiology

Position Number: 6979659
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Health - Nutrition & Dietetics

Assistant Teaching Professor - Integrative Physiology

Requisition Number: 70410
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 02-Apr-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Integrative Physiology (IPHY) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applicants for a full-time (100%), non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor with a primary focus on undergraduate teaching in nutrition and health-related courses beginning in Fall 2026. The position will be a member of the IPHY faculty and will participate in course development and assessment, faculty governance, and university service. The department values inclusive teaching practices that support the success of students from diverse backgrounds.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Department of Integrative Physiology is composed of faculty engaged in robust and highly successful research programs spanning molecules to populations. The research mission is matched by a strong commitment to innovative teaching across a broad range of disciplines to one of the largest undergraduate majors on the CU Boulder campus.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Integrative Physiology website (https://www.colorado.edu/iphy/) to understand the educational mission of the department, the specific courses that are taught in the undergraduate curriculum, and how they would contribute to the undergraduate curriculum and teaching mission.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

This position includes an effort allocation of 85% teaching and 15% service.

Teach the equivalent of eight courses during the academic year on the CU Boulder campus, with instructional support and shared course resources for large-enrollment courses. Teaching responsibilities include multiple large health-related courses delivered primarily in person, with some courses or sections offered online, including (but not limited to):

Introduction to Nutrition (IPHY 2420).
Clinical Nutrition (IPHY 3440).
Nutrition and Human Performance (IPHY 4420).

Develop, deliver, and continuously refine undergraduate courses using evidence-based and inclusive teaching practices across in-person and online instructional modalities.
Design assessments aligned with course and program learning goals.
Participate in program-level assessment and curriculum initiatives.
Mentor and supervise undergraduate students and instructional support staff such as undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants and graders, as appropriate.
Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities and contributions to program development, student engagement, and professional service related to nutrition or health education.

What You Should Know

This is a non-tenure-track faculty position with an initial three-year term that may be renewable, contingent on performance, programmatic needs, and available funding.
The anticipated start date of this position is August 13th, 2026.
The position is based on the CU Boulder campus and involves primarily in-person teaching.
Final candidates will be required to complete a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
There may be opportunities during summer sessions to teach additional courses on a per diem basis.

What We Can Offer

The starting pay range for this 100% position is $62,000 - 66,000 per academic year (August - May).
Up to $6,000 in moving expenses may also be provided, subject to University Policy.
In addition to salary, the University of Colorado offers gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; a relocation and dual career assistance program; and access to teaching and professional development resources.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Masters of Science degree from an accredited institution in human nutrition, nutrition science, dietetics, integrative physiology, or a closely related or interdisciplinary field.
Demonstrated or emerging success teaching at the university level.

What You Will Need

A strong commitment to high-quality undergraduate education.
Demonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated capacity and interest to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of campus partners.
Demonstrated ability or willingness to teach effectively across online and in-person instructional modalities.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as PDF files:

Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals.
Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A two-page statement of your experience and plans for teaching and student mentoring.
Names and Contact Information for three or more References: Please upload a document that provides the contact information for at least three references. At least one reference must be familiar with your teaching experience. Please include names, job titles, phone numbers, and email addresses.
Optional: Example Syllabus/Syllabi
Optional: Statement Describing Teaching Related Goals

Please apply by April 2nd, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Teaching-Professor-Integrative-Physiology/70410