What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Nutrition Fellow position at East Carolina University?
East Carolina University is seeking to fill a fellowship position within the Sports Nutrition Department. This is a eleven-month paid position that will have the opportunity to manage their own teams while learning from the Director of Sports Nutrition. This position will include clinical, food service and education services provided to student-athletes to optimize their health and performance.
- Actively participate as a member of the East Carolina University Sports Nutrition Staff
- Sport oversight for assigned teams, including menu planning, team talks, body composition testing, practice attendance, supplement reviews, etc.
- Provide nutrition counseling and educational services to student athletes
- Develop effective sport-specific nutrition education presentations and handout materials
- Maintain ongoing communications with coaching staffs, strength & conditioning staff, athletic trainers, and administration regarding nutritional issues affecting student athletes.
- Supervise and train student volunteers and dietetic interns
- Work effectively with a culturally diverse community and advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Perform duties with professional conduct, confidentiality, fiscal responsibility and a commitment to student-athlete well-being
- Abide by all written policies, procedures and guidelines of East Carolina University, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ), and all applicable conferences or associations
- Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with athletics, Pirate Club and University staff, students, and all constituencies and stakeholders.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in foods and nutrition dietetics or public health nutrition; or completion of an ADA Dietetic internship with ADA Commission. Eligibility for Dietetic Registration preferred. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, staff, and the general public
- Willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as may be required by the particular demands of various sports
License or Certification Required by the Department
Registered dietitian preferred (or RD eligible)
Ability to obtain RD license in North Carolina within 3 months of hire
Ability to obtain RD license in North Carolina within 3 months of hire
Special Instructions to Applicant
- Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
- If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
- Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
- All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date indicated.
Job Open Date
01/28/2025
Job Close Date
02/06/2025
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/83705
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment
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