Job Description

Posting Number: PG195526TM Position Number: 10mfg6 Position Type: Temporary Essential Job Duties The Sports Nutrition Fellow will gain comprehensive, hands‑on experience in collegiate sports nutrition within the NC State Athletics Department. This position will actively contribute to the Performance Nutrition unit, working collaboratively with assigned athletic teams, coaching staff, and support personnel to optimize student‑athlete health and performance through evidence‑based nutrition strategies. The Fellow will be mentored by full‑time Sports Dietitians and will be ready to apply to full‑time entry level sports dietitians positions upon completion of this fellowship. This position will work in collaboration with athletics to support the advancement of the program and provide high level nutrition support for student‑athletes in line with the mission and vision of the department. The fellow will work within the scope of their training and under the guidance of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition to provide nutrition and hydration education and resources to the student athletes. The position will complete a project related to their fellowship under the supervision of their mentor. Is Time Limited: Yes If Yes, Appointment Length: One-year fellowship with potential for renewal Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free Attain Work‑life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Job City & State: Raleigh Department: Athletics Classification Title: Temporary-Professional NonFaculty Working Title: NC State Powerade Sports Nutrition Fellow - Temp Work Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm with nights, weekends and holidays as needed Other Work/Responsibilities

CLINICAL SPORTS NUTRITION

Apply the nutrition care process to provide individualized, culturally appropriate, evidence based Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), education and nutrition counseling for student athletes Engage in pre-participation physical examinations and utilize screening tools to identify student‑athletes at risk for nutrition‑related medical and mental health diagnoses, such as the athlete triad and energy deficiency, eating disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, and other functional gut disorders, metabolic disorders and chronic disease Apply evidence based sports nutrition guidelines and MNT protocols for nutrition‑related diagnoses in collaboration with the athletic medicine team

NUTRITION EDUCATION

Conduct sports nutrition educational sessions for teams, coaches, sports medicine and sports performance staff and the broader athletics/university community as appropriate Instruct in the practical application of nutrition education via grocery store tours and cooking demonstrations Develop nutrition education materials, web content and social media programs Supply nutrition education through high‑quality training table meals, preworkout and post‑workout fueling, competition fueling and education directly from the plate during individual meals or while serving in an advisory role

FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT

Collaborate with dining services professionals on the planning, selection and delivery of meals Set guidelines for menu planning and establish menu cycles to be implemented by the dining services department Ensure that student‑athletes with food allergies, religious preferences and clinical diagnoses that require prescription diets have access to appropriately modified meals Set standards for and advise athletics operations staff on negotiating with food‑service providers for meal price and quality, particularly with respect to off‑site meals Negotiate cost effective purchasing of NCAA‑compliant products and supplements Provide food safety education for athletes and staff, especially as it pertains to the storage and composition of food and meals away from dining facilities

APPLIED PERFORMANCE NUTRITION

Offering team and individual nutrition education and counseling to enhance performance, health and wellness Determining and developing applied performance nutrition strategies for individual athlete and team training cycles to enhance overall performance and wellness Directing or conducting sweat and hydration testing, monitoring and education

SPORTS NUTRITION ORGANIZATION AND STAFFING

Participate in program‑wide strategic planning Collaborate on program and department initiatives Assign and delegate program responsibilities to student workers effectively Serve as an expert in nutrition science Demonstrate organization around billing and invoice procedures Monitor individual spending within framework of Olympic Sports Nutrition budget Adhere to all federal and state regulations related to the practice of dietetics and food service Support a culture of supplement safety across the interdisciplinary departments and sports programs Assess product selection and use for compliance with NCAA rules and regulations Evaluate meal and snack provision for compliance with NCAA rules and regulations. Minimum Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or closely related field RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) credential in the state of North Carolina or LDN eligible Department Required Skills Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or closely related field RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) credential in the state of North Carolina or LDN eligible Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Master’s degree in nutrition, exercise physiology or a related field (The entry‑level RDN educational requirements will change from a baccalaureate degree to a minimum graduate degree in 2024) Required License or Certification Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or closely related field RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) credential in the state of North Carolina or LDN eligible Valid NC Driver's License required?: No Commercial Driver's License Required?: No Anticipated Hiring Range: Hourly compensation up to a maximum of $35,000 over an 11-month period, with the possibility of renewal. Job Open Date: 10/15/2025 Quick Link: EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC State University

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