Athletics Sports Nutrition Fellow

Tampa, FL, United States

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• Job Identification 43152
  
• Job Category Business Services
  
• Posting Date 04/09/2026, 07:09 PM
  
• Apply Before 04/23/2026, 07:09 PM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Locations 4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
  
• Hiring Salary N/A
  
• Essential Personnel No
  

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Athletics Sports Nutrition Fellow

Tampa, FL, United States

Be the First to Apply

• Job Identification 43152
  
• Job Category Business Services
  
• Posting Date 04/09/2026, 07:09 PM
  
• Apply Before 04/23/2026, 07:09 PM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Locations 4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
  
• Hiring Salary N/A
  
• Essential Personnel No
  

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Responsibilities

• Assigned teams: Football (assistant role and primary team assignment) as well as lead team dietitian for Men's and Women's Soccer and Men's and Women's tennis.
• Manages the education, counseling, and fueling strategies for Men’s & Women’s Soccer, Men’s and Women’s Tennis; including all initial nutrition assessment meetings, follow ups, team talks, food demos, locker room snack orders, etc.
• Analyze and interpret DEXA scans and sweat tests for assigned sports teams as needed.
• Supports Sports Nutrition department team by providing real-time meal education during assigned team meal periods, cooking demos, and hydration status management.
• Manage product inventory: including ordering, receiving, storing, and distribution to the fueling station, teams, and athletic facilities as needed.
• Assist with the oversight of the Lee Roy Selmon Athletics Center’s fueling station including fueling station student schedules, product needs, and maintenance.
• Assist in development and continuous improvement of nutrition education materials and resources and write monthly newsletter for staff, students, and coaches.
• Examine and translate scientific research related to nutrition, athletic performance and dietary supplements.
• Assist the sports dietitians in performing various administrative duties, including but not limited to budget and purchasing card management.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the sports nutrition staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition (or health related field).

• Registered Dietitian (or RD eligible)

  • Must obtain RD licensure within the first 3 months of employment

• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs

Preferred Requirements:

• One-year previous sports nutrition experience.

Salary: $44,000.00 / year (benefits included)

Required: Level 1 Criminal Background check

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill...) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.  

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