Assistant Professor, Biomechanics

Towson University•Towson, MD

7d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Health Professions invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month Assistant Professor position in the Department of Kinesiology. Preferred start date is August, 2027. The Department of Kinesiology, located within the College of Health Professions, has over 30 full-time faculty and more than 1,000 students across the Health and Physical Education, Sport Management, Fitness and Wellness Leadership, and Exercise Science undergraduate programs. The Department also offers a Master’s degree in Athletic Training. All programs value success in working with diverse populations and students. The Department of Kinesiology maintains a strong, positive working relationship with the University’s Division of Athletics and Campus Recreation. Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Requirements

Research doctoral degree in Exercise Science or closely related field.
ABD applicants considered, but appointment will be at the Instructor rank and all degree requirements must be completed by February 1, 2028.
Candidates must present evidence of a scholarship agenda focused in an area of specialty in Exercise Science that complements the expertise of current faculty, the course offerings, and available resources.
Candidates must have the training and expertise to teach multiple Exercise Science courses in the following areas: biomechanics, motor learning, motor development, and/or research methods.

Nice To Haves

Human subjects research with potential for external funding is highly valued.
Candidates with expertise to teach across the kinesiology disciplinary boundaries are highly valued and encouraged to apply.
Post-doctoral candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Teaching – research-active instructors teach 6 units (typically, 3 courses per semester) over a 9- month academic year in a highly diverse, student-centered program; provide high-quality instruction in a variety of kinesiology courses; advise and mentor students as they matriculate through the program and prepare to enter the profession
Scholarship – development/continuation of a focused area of scholarship that includes refereed publications, professional presentations, external funding, and involvement in scholarly projects with faculty and students
Service – active service participation at the department, college, university, profession and community levels