Careers

Description:

The University of Washington Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health Program prepares students to improve individual and population health through the study of foods, nutrients, dietary behaviors, health outcomes, and food and policy environments. The Program offers the Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health major (BA) and Nutrition minor; graduate degrees including the MS, MPH, and PhD; and graduate level training leading to the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) professional credential.

1 hourly reader/grader (R/G) position (average 15-19 hours per week) is available to support an undergraduate course with an expected enrollment of 165-175 students.

NUTR 241 – Culinary Nutrition Science
Instructor: Anne-Marie Gloster

Course Description: Explores scientific principles behind modern culinary techniques that transform raw foodstuffs into prepared foods that have sensory appeal. Homework assignments will involve food preparation.

R/G duties:

• Be available for duration of position: 12/16/24-3/15/25.
• Attend lectures, if possible: TTh 11:30 am-12:50 pm.
• Set up and provide support for computer equipment, course website (Canvas), and instructional technologies.
• Assist in creating assignments and evaluation rubrics.
• Grade student assignments, projects, quizzes, and examinations.
• Respond to student questions in class and via Canvas.
• Meet regularly with instructional team to coordinate work.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Compensation:

Hourly Reader/Grader (R/G) positions are appointed from 12/16/24 to 3/15/25, and the 2024-25 pay rate is $24.07 per hour. R/Gs accrue one hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked; accrual begins at the start of employment and is available for use the following month. Weekly hours (typically between 5-15) will vary based on workload and will be paid according to hours reported on a timesheet. Hourly R/G positions do not qualify for tuition or insurance benefits.

Skills/Eligibility:

Eligibility Requirements:

• Master’s or doctoral students with background (education, experience) in nutrition and food systems.
• TAs must be enrolled in at least 10 credits during the quarter of employment. R/Gs must be enrolled for at least 4 credits.
• TA applicants without prior UW teaching or TA experience must have completed the Center for Teaching and Learning’s “Teaching@UW: Strategies for TAs.” Participation is recommended for R/G applicants but not required. Additional training may be necessary.
• If you are not a native English speaker, you must meet the UW Graduate School’s spoken English proficiency requirements to hold a TA or R/G position. Before applying, please review UW Graduate School Policy 5.2 for additional information. If you have questions about this requirement or whether you have satisfied it, please contact us at nspfund@uw.edu.
• Students who have or are seeking multiple ASE or training grant positions are required to confirm with their supervisor(s) that there are no restrictions on being appointed to more than one role.
• Prospective ASEs must complete a Sexual Misconduct Declaration form prior to receiving an offer of employment.

How to Apply:

To Apply: 

• Review and confirm that you have satisfied the position eligibility requirements listed above. (Please use the winter 2025 quarter time schedule to verify your availability to attend class sessions as requested in the job description.)
• Send a single PDF document that includes your résumé and a brief cover letter to nspfund@uw.edu.
  • Note the course number(s) of the position(s) for which you wish to be considered in your cover letter.
  • If applying for multiple positions, list the positions and course numbers, and rank them in order of preference in your cover letter.
  • Please indicate your ability to attend course lectures and sections (if applicable) for each course in your cover letter.

The application deadline is open until filled.

Final hiring selections will be made by the course instructor and Program based on the applicants’ qualifications and fit with the skills and knowledge areas required for the course.

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The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

The University of Washington prohibits sex discrimination and sex-based harassment in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns, make complaints, or direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: uw.edu/titleix/title-ix-notice/.

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.543.6452/TTY, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or dso@uw.edu.