Lecturer - Department of Metabolic Biology and Nutrition - Rausser College of Natural Resources

The Department of Metabolic Biology and Nutrition (MBN) in the Rausser College of Natural Resources at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary lecturers to teach courses in Nutritional Science and related topics, should an opening arise during the academic year and in the summer.

The Department of Metabolic Biology and Nutrition focuses on the metabolic biology of nutrients and toxicants in relation to human health and disease. Our research and curriculum span a breadth of topics, from delivery of nutrients to mammalian cells and their molecular functions, through the influence of genetics on diet-associated human disease, to programs and policies that address human and environmental health and safety.

The department also offers a Master in Nutritional Sciences & Dietetics graduate program, which combines a strong foundation in the biological and chemical sciences with specialized advanced coursework that focuses on nutrient/non-nutrient function and metabolism. The application of this field informs recommendations for dietary patterns to achieve optimum health and the treatment or prevention of disease conditions as well as food production and safety.

The department typically seeks two different types of lecturer positions when available; one is to teach the courses for the Master in Nutritional Sciences & Dietetics graduate program (NST Dietetic Lecturer) and the other one is to teach the non-dietetic courses in the department (NST Non-Dietetic Lecturer). Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed.

The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. General Duties : We are seeking outstanding lecturers who can teach/co-teach small, medium, or large lecture and/or laboratory courses. The primary responsibilities for NST Lecturer positions include:

• Delivering lectures and holding office hours
• Planning and preparing lessons; researching and developing new topics, teaching materials, and online resources
• Supervising Graduate Students Instructors (GSIs), if applicable.
• Mentoring students and contributing to departmental and program activities, if teaching in dietetics
• Coordinating lab preparations with the Teaching Lab Staff, if teaching a lab course
• Developing exams and projects and assigning grades
• Maintaining accurate records and monitoring students’ progress, as well as addressing any special student needs
• Maintaining knowledge of, and implementing, college policies. If applying for a dietetic lecturer position, please indicate so by selecting the “Dietetic Lecturer” specialization. If applying for a non-dietetic lecturer position, please indicate so by selecting the “Non-Dietetic Lecturer” specialization. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position