Hybrid Assistant Performance Dietitian bei LSU
LSU · 0200 Moran Family Ctr for Athletic Admin, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Performance Dietitian
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM Athletics - Ops - HW - Training Room - Sports Nutrition (Kayla Lawson (00073201))
Work Location:
0200 Moran Family Ctr for Athletic Admin
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters. Forever LSU.
The Assistant Performance Dietitian provides scientifically-based counseling to student-athletes in order to optimize health and performance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing individual consults, conducting team talks, providing visual and verbal education, screening supplements, conducting and analyzing DEXA scans, and developing menus for assigned teams. The position coordinates student-athlete care with athletic training, strength and conditioning, sport psychology and coaching staffs.
55% Provide scientifically-based counseling to student-athletes in order to optimize health and performance; Perform individual consults, develop meal plans tailored toward performance and recovery goals, conduct team talks, provide visual and verbal education, screen supplements, conduct and analyze DEXA scans, develop travel and game day menus for assigned teams; Coordinate student-athlete care with athletic training, strength and conditioning, sport psychology, and coaching staffs.
20% Coordinate pre and post fueling snacks; Oversight of Olympic sport fueling stations and management of undergrad student workers who assist with assigned team fueling areas including, but not limited to ordering products, inventory, researching new products, and scheduling students; Screen all supplements that student-athletes may express interest in purchasing
20% Assist in recruiting by meeting with prospective student-athletes; Work closely with Chef and Performance Dining Hall staff to develop menus; Conduct menu planning in collaboration with each team support staff for home and away competitions; Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams for high risk cases; Make grocery trips to buy additional food product, when needed.
5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of a respectful culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field. One year of experience in a collegiate or other athletics setting; Strong knowledge of sports nutrition, including fueling for training, recovery, and performance optimization; Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment; Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional ethics; Understanding of NCAA regulations regarding nutrition, supplements, and performance enhancement; Registered Dietitian with Louisiana licensure or licensure eligible.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's in Nutrition, Exercise Physiology or related field; Previous work with high-performance athletes; CSSD certification
Special or Physical Qualifications
Ability and willingness to work extended days, weekends and holidays. Some travel may be required. Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. Pre-employment physical required.
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.
Posting Date:
July 7, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 3, 2025
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.
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 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. 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.