Powerade Performance Nutrition Fellowship - Baton Rouge, United States - Louisiana State University

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Job Posting Title:
Powerade Performance Nutrition Fellowship (2 Positions Available)


Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified


Department:
LSUAM Athletics - Ops - HW - Sports Performance Nutrition Football (Matthew Richard Frakes


Work Location:
0101 Football Operations Building


Pay Grade:


Job Description:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, LSU Athletics acknowledges the impacts of implicit bias and structural inequity that can impede the creation of a vibrant and representative workforce.

We recognize the benefits of diverse perspectives in leadership and of equity in the distribution of organizational resources and opportunities.

Therefore, we are committed to eliminating barriers to create a better future for our employees, partners and community.

To the fair consideration, employment, retention and advancement of qualified applicants, we welcome the unique contributions that individuals bring in terms of their education, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, spirituality, socio-economic status, ability, family status, veteran's status, experiences, opinions, and ideas.

Forever LSU.

The Powerade Performance Nutrition Fellow will be immersed in collegiate performance nutrition, support the advancement of our program, and provide high level nutrition support for student-athletes in line with the mission and vision of the LSU Performance Nutrition department.

The fellow will provide nutrition care, education and resources for Football or Olympic Sports as assigned:

individual goal setting, comprehensive body composition assessments, meal compliance, menu planning and development, competition fueling, performance lab analysis, eating disorder/disordered eating screening, dietary supplement review, performance nutrition research, and policy development.

The fellowship will be for 1 year, subject to continuation for an additional year (2 year appointment maximum).

50% Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), individual and team sport performance nutrition counseling, and life skills educational programming for teams as assigned by Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition or Director of Performance Nutrition; Active member of the Eating Disorder/Disordered Eating Task Force; Collaboration on performance nutrition menu planning and development with Executive Chef and Director of the Performance Nutrition Center.

25% Data management of performance nutrition research, NoteMeal software and sports science projects; Management of inventory and maintenance of 3 main fueling stations; Represent LSU on behalf of the Performance Nutrition department during recruiting events, tours, and presentations.

20% Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition or Director of Performance Nutrition with Performance Nutrition Department development tasks as assigned; Supervision of 20-30 student volunteer interns and Dietetic Interns (DI); Management of home and away game day logistics as assigned by Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition or Director of Performance Nutrition; Attend team's practices, lifts, and games as assigned.

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department diversity and inclusion initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of an inclusive culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Nutrition or related field; Registered Dietitian credential; Ability to obtain licensure in the state of Louisiana upon hire.

Special or Physical Qualifications:
Ability to work extended days, weekends and holidays. Travel may be required; Pre-employment drug screen.

Additional

Job Description:

Special Instructions:
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary range, please contact Matt Frakes at or Kayla Lawson at


Posting Date:
February 7, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):


Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.

Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ).


HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e

g, resumes, RS:
17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at or email For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.