Assistant Professor - Kinesiology

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

158d•Onsite

About The Position

Three nine-month, tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor in the School of Kinesiology beginning August 2027. The positions are for: Position 1 Exercise Physiology, Position 2 Motor Learning/Control/Development/Behavior, and Position 3 Open research and teaching focus. Auburn University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Requirements

Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related field at the time employment
Postdoctoral training or equivalent research experience
Demonstrated record of, or strong potential for, securing external research funding
Evidence of a strong record of peer-reviewed publications
Evidence of an innovative and independent research agenda with potential for future impact
Experience or demonstrated potential to teach graduate-level courses within the program’s degree offerings
Effective interpersonal, communication, and collegial skills
Interest in interdisciplinary and collaborative research
Commitment to the values, mission, and strategic priorities of the College of Education
Must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of appointment and be able to continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of ability to effectively advise, engage, and mentor master’s and doctoral graduate students
Active engagement in relevant professional organizations
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.) certification

Responsibilities

Develop or augment national and international recognition and further strengthen a nationally recognized research program, as evidenced by a strong record of impactful peer-reviewed publications and citations, presentations in national and international venues, and external funding
Engage in rigorous research resulting in scholarly publications, with preference given to peer-reviewed journal articles in prestigious outlets
Teach undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses in support of the School of Kinesiology program
Recruit, advise, mentor, and train graduate students
Direct and supervise student research, including undergraduate and graduate projects, theses, and dissertations
Participate in the planning, development, and implementation of curricular initiatives at the program and School levels
Provide institutional service to the School, College, and University, as assigned by the School Director
Engage in professional service within the discipline and, as appropriate, community
Participate in professional activities that support the well-being of the program, School, and College