Job Description

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

About the Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats.

UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.4 overall GPA in the spring of 2024, resulting in 13 consecutive semesters of a 3.3 department GPA or higher.

Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field.

For more information visit gobearcats.com.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, Athletics Performance Nutrition is seeking applications for a Performance Nutrition Fellow. The fellow will actively participate as a member of the Performance Nutrition unit and will work directly with assigned Olympic sports teams in collaboration with the support staff and coaching staff while supporting the goals and initiatives of the Performance Nutrition unit. The Performance Nutrition Fellow will have an immersive sports nutrition experience while providing team performance nutrition services/responsibilities, complete a sports nutrition education curriculum, and be mentored by two full-time Performance Dietitians. The Performance Nutrition Fellow will work under the supervision of the Director of Performance Nutrition. This is a hourly (40 hours), non-benefit eligible position, lasting approximately 11 months with the possibility of an extension for a maximum duration of 24 months. This position is expected to run from July 2025 through early June 2026.

The individual in this position will have the ability to work a non-standard work week, including weekends and holidays. Effective oral and written communication, presentation, nutrition counseling skills, and strong interpersonal skills will be necessary for a successful applicant.

Essential Functions

• Perform various duties related to a specific department within Athletics.
• Counsel student-athletes regarding nutrition for optimal performance and health and medical conditions.
• Assist with food service management and daily operations including but not limited to inventory, product ordering, fueling station aesthetics and education.
• Develop educational materials & resources, including social media content.
• Develop and deliver nutrition education presentations, demonstrations, or events related to performance to assigned teams.
• Attend team workouts, practices, and games as needed to provide education and fuel to enhance performance.
• Assist with travel nutrition needs for assigned teams – performance menus, pre/post-game fuel, post-game meals, recovery strategies, and snack bags.
• Assist with menu development and oversight for training table meals.
• Work closely with Sports Medicine, Sports Performance, and Sports Psychology and Wellness to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach for student-athlete health and wellness.
• Assist with management, oversight, and mentorship of student volunteers/interns.
• Examine and translate scientific research related to nutrition, athletic performance, and dietary supplements.
• Evaluate dietary supplements for legality, safety, quality, and efficacy.
• Other duties as assigned. This job description can be changed at any time.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Skill in the use of personal computer and related software applications.
• Desire to pursue a career within intercollegiate athletics.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use independent judgement and to manage and impart information.
• Must maintain NCAA compliance while in this role.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Required Experience

• Skilled in the use of personal computer and related software applications.
• Desire to pursue a career within intercollegiate athletics.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use independent judgement and to manage and impart information.
• Must maintain NCAA compliance while in this role.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with active status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration – or achieved within three (3) months of hire.
• Licensure as required by the State Medical Board of Ohio – or achieved within three (3) months of hire.
• Experience in collegiate or professional sports nutrition environment is ideal.
• May require lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Application Information

• Interested applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest, a current CV/Resume, and 3 professional references with their current contact information and job titles in their application materials.
• All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application.
• Applications without a cover letter, CV/Resume, or professional references will not be considered for the position.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( UC Benefits Link ) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at 

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: 

Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at  jobs@uc.edu

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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