Sport RDN (Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist)

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Sport RDN (Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist)

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260480

Posting Open Date

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Sport RDN (Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist)

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260480

Posting Open Date

06/19/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

06/29/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

The Sports RDN role is to provide comprehensive nutrition services to the University of Nebraska Athletic Department. Primary responsibilities include providing appropriate nutrition strategies to student athletes, supervising intern programs and being a collaborator with all disciplines including nutrition staff, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, psychological services and team staffs. Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director of Olympic Performance Nutrition & Assistant AD for Performance Nutrition. Must be able to work with non-standard work week which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, and travel if needed with team.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition or related field or master’s degree with DPD requirements.
• Registered Dietitian with 1 year of work experience as a dietitian.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and team orientated skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of collegiate or professional sports work experience
• Experience counseling student athletes on nutrition related topics.
• Strong background in developing and presenting nutrition education materials.
• CPR certified
• Serv Safe or Food Handlers Permit

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

$52,000/yr.

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Kristin Coggin
kcoggin@huskers.com

Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

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Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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