Adjunct Faculty - HHP Nutrition

Job Title Adjunct Faculty - HHP Nutrition Agency East Texas A&M University Department Health & Human Performance Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Commerce, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT : During the application process the “My Experience ” page has a section provided “ Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) ” to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help. Please provide the following documents : Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. If you need assistance, please contact us at A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. SUMMARY : Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES : Teach up to two (2) courses a semester in the B.S. Nutrition program with the Department of Health and Human Performance. Instruction may be delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs. Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards. Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments. Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations. Assist/mentor students as needed. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses. Knowledge / Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others. PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE : Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials. College or University teaching experience. Evidence of teaching excellence. Prior relevant industry experience. Online or hybrid teaching experience. SUPERVISION OF OTHERS : N/A All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.