Assistant Professor of Clinical Exercise Scie

Aquinas College • East Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The Department of Kinesiology at Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan invites applicants for an Assistant Professor of Clinical Exercise Science. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position starting early as January 2026 or August 2026. The Assistant Professor will work under the direction of the Chairperson of the Department of Kinesiology and the Provost. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching: Teach 24 contact hours per year in Clinical Exercise Science coursework. Student Advisement and Recruitment: Advise students, assist with recruitment of qualified students. Scholarship: Develop and maintain a program of research and scholarship in their area of expertise while engaging undergraduate students in that research. Community outreach: This position necessitates a demonstrated ability to build and sustain partnerships with clinical or community organizations that enhance student learning and professional preparation. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time or equivalent clinical experience in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, or a related allied health discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching at the college or university level, or in a comparable professional education setting.
• Candidates must be willing to support the mission and pillars of Aquinas College.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree preferred.
• Experience as a primary instructor in Exercise Science or related coursework at the undergraduate or graduate level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 contact hours per year in Clinical Exercise Science coursework.
• Advise students, assist with recruitment of qualified students.
• Develop and maintain a program of research and scholarship in their area of expertise while engaging undergraduate students in that research.
• Build and sustain partnerships with clinical or community organizations that enhance student learning and professional preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees