Sports Dietitian, Football
Columbus
Thursday, 07 May 2026
The Sports Dietitian at The Ohio State University will help oversee all aspects of nutritional needs as it pertains to player education, meal plans, menu building, team travel, practice monitoring, hydration, supplement review, and body composition. This position works in a creative and collaborative team environment where change is embraced and innovation is encouraged. This role requires building quality relationships and trust with student-athletes in a professional, high-performing environment. This position will report to the Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition. Minimum Required Qualifications. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable. 4 years of relevant experience required. 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred. Bachelor's degree in clinical nutrition, food and nutrition, or related area, granted from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university. Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association. Minimum of 2 years of experience in nutrition counseling, preferably with emphasis on football sports nutrition. Certification/ License: Registered Dietitian with active registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association; Certification/ Licensure as required by state of practice. Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) preferred but mandatory as long as applicant is pursuing. Additional Education Desired. Master's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Function: Athletics. Sub-Function: Performance Nutrition. Career Band: Specialized. Career Level: S 3 Additional Information:Location:Woody Hayes Athletic Center (0270)Position Type:Regular. Scheduled Hours:40 Shift:Varying Shifts. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.