Olympic Sport Dietitian Fellow

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Campus Health (CH) is a multi-specialty ambulatory college health clinic providing quality, and affordable health care for eligible students and spouses. Annually, CH has more than 80,000 patient encounters, which includes Primary Care and Women's Health as well as specialty clinics in sports medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, physical therapy, counseling and psychological services, travel clinic and allergy clinic. Weekend acute care is provided from 8-5 PM. On site ancillary services include pharmacy, OTC pharmacy, Student Stores pharmacy, medical laboratory, and radiology.

Campus Health has been continuously accredited since 1986 by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. All personnel are trained in the concepts and principles of Performance Improvement and serve as team members and leaders in shaping and defining the organization as it strives to provide quality and safe care.

Campus Health collaborates with Student Wellness and Campus Recreation and other Student Affairs partners to provide education and outreach to assist in keeping the campus population healthy.

Education and research comprise another important function of CH. CH provides clinical rotations and practicums for students in the School of Education, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work and Public Health, Department of Medical Technology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Health and Radiology. In addition, CH serves as a research site for a number of faculty and graduate student grants and contracts, where CH staff participates with the principal investigators across a variety of medical specialties.

Position Summary

• Actively participate as a member of the UNC Sports Nutrition staff

• Assist in developing and providing HAES-informed nutrition education and materials

• Staff Olympic sport fueling station, monitor student-athlete usage, appropriately field nutrition-related questions

• Assist sports dietitians in the development of food sampling events, cooking demos

• Review dietary supplements and assess safety and efficacy

• Manage product inventory: includes receiving, storing, and distribution to the fueling stations and athletic facilities

• Perform grocery store tours, dining hall tours and hydration tests

• Assist in micronutrient testing protocols

• Assist in the management of UNC Sports Nutrition social media accounts

• Examine and translate scientific research related to nutrition, athletic performance and dietary supplements

• Supervise and delegate tasks to volunteer student interns

• Perform various administrative duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the sports nutrition staff

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

General knowledge of the accepted principles and practices of nutrition and dietetics.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Eligibility for Dietetic Registration preferred.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Ability to move up to 30 pounds, with or without accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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