Assistant Athletic Dietitian- Olympic Sports

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department:

Athletics

Job Summary:

An Assistant Athletic Dietitian- Olympic Sports. The incumbent will provide performance nutrition services to enhance student-athlete health, recovery, and competitive success. The position works as part of an interdisciplinary performance team to deliver individualized counseling, team education, and nutrition support tailored to Olympic sport demands.

Job Description:

The Assistant Athletic Dietitian- Olympic Sports assesses and counsels student-athletes on daily fueling, hydration, body composition goals, and medical nutrition concerns, and develops individualized meal and snack plans that support training, travel, and competition schedules. The role coordinates nutrition education sessions for teams and coaches, assists with training table and fueling station offerings, and ensures all products and supplements comply with NCAA and institutional policies. This position collaborates closely with athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, team physicians, and sport coaches, contributes to recruiting efforts by meeting with prospective student-athletes and families, and may help supervise interns or student workers.

Job Responsibilities:

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department:

Athletics

Job Summary:

An Assistant Athletic Dietitian- Olympic Sports. The incumbent will provide performance nutrition services to enhance student-athlete health, recovery, and competitive success. The position works as part of an interdisciplinary performance team to deliver individualized counseling, team education, and nutrition support tailored to Olympic sport demands.

Job Description:

The Assistant Athletic Dietitian- Olympic Sports assesses and counsels student-athletes on daily fueling, hydration, body composition goals, and medical nutrition concerns, and develops individualized meal and snack plans that support training, travel, and competition schedules. The role coordinates nutrition education sessions for teams and coaches, assists with training table and fueling station offerings, and ensures all products and supplements comply with NCAA and institutional policies. This position collaborates closely with athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, team physicians, and sport coaches, contributes to recruiting efforts by meeting with prospective student-athletes and families, and may help supervise interns or student workers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Directs sports nutrition education services for student athletes. 

• Provides nutrition assessment and counseling for student athletes and coaches. 

• Develops and manages assigned budget. 

• Collaborates with members of the athletic medical team to effectively treat student athletes.

• Executes fueling stations, practice /competition nutrition needs, and other food service needs. 

• Develops and implements nutritional policies and procedures.

Education Qualifications:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required

Compensation:

$51,604.80 - $77,396.80

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Apply Now