Acting Assistant Professor – Exercise Science

Rider University • Lawrenceville, NJ

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About The Position

Rider University’s Department of Natural and Health Sciences is recruiting a full-time Acting Assistant Professor in Exercise Science for the Spring 2027 semester. The appointment may continue beyond the spring semester into the 2027–2028 academic year.

The position contributes to instruction in exercise science courses, such as Exercise Testing & Prescription, Organization and Administration in Exercise Science, Introduction to Health Professions, and Kinesiology, as well as courses in the candidate’s specialty that meet departmental teaching needs. The role also includes advising students and contributing to the Department, College, and University. Collaboration with faculty and mentoring students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds are essential.

Rider University describes its community as inclusive and vibrant, embracing students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enabling them to achieve success. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• PhD or other terminal degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Strength and Conditioning, or a related field; candidates who are ABD at the time of application may be considered.
• Professional certification, such as ACSM-EP, NSCA CSCS, or CSCCa.
• Clinical doctorates (DAT, DPT, DOT) may be considered with appropriate experience.
• Demonstrated record of outstanding teaching of diverse populations of undergraduate students.
• Ability to engage undergraduates in an active, independent research program.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with other faculty and mentor students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds.
• Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks.

Nice To Haves

• Post-doctoral or clinical experience.
• Experience establishing and supervising internships, field placements, or clinic experiences.
• Experience with program accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to instruction in exercise science courses, including Exercise Testing & Prescription, Organization and Administration in Exercise Science, Introduction to Health Professions, Kinesiology, or closely related courses.
• Teach courses in the candidate’s specialty that align with departmental teaching needs.
• Advise students.
• Provide value to the Department, College, and University.
• Collaborate with other faculty.
• Mentor students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds.
• Engage undergraduates in an active, independent research program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree