Assistant Professor of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences
About The Position
The San Diego State University School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences (ENS) seeks to hire at a tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise in Kinesiology/Athletic Training. We seek an outstanding scholar with expertise in human subjects research related to athletic training, biomechanics, motor control, rehabilitation sciences, health care, or closely related areas. The School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences is one of six schools within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). CHHS is one of eight academic colleges at San Diego State University. The School offers undergraduate degrees in Kinesiology (with emphasis areas in Pre-Physical Therapy, Fitness Specialist, and Exercise Science) and Foods and Nutrition. Graduate degrees include M.S. in Athletic Training, M.S. in Exercise Physiology, M.S. in Food Science, M.S. in Kinesiology (concentrations: Biomechanics and Motor Control; Physical Activity), M.S. in Nutritional Sciences, and Concurrent M.S. degrees in Exercise Physiology and Nutritional Sciences. Faculty conduct nationally recognized research in areas including athletic training, biomechanics, motor control, physical activity, exercise physiology, food science, nutritional sciences, healthy aging, obesity, metabolism, and community health. The School maintains active collaborations across the university, with local healthcare systems, and with community organizations. The School received the Inclusive Excellence Award in 2019 from the American Kinesiology Association in recognition of its leadership in promoting inclusive excellence through curriculum innovation, faculty development, and student success.
Requirements
- A record of original research / scholarly / creative accomplishments
- Demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity
- Demonstrated capacity to teach graduate and undergraduate courses
- Demonstrated capacity to engage in both campus and professional service activities
- Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria
- Terminal degree (PhD or equivalent) in Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation Sciences, Biomechanics, Motor Control, Exercise Science, with all degree requirements met by date of hire.
- Athletic Training Certification (Board of Certification) by date of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Postdoctoral research experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in the discipline and its methodologies
- Record of publications, presentations, and/or funding
- Demonstrated proficiency in interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches
- Potential for securing extramural funding
- University-level teaching experience, including teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity
- Teach graduate and undergraduate courses
- Engage in both campus and professional service activities
- Direct/mentor advanced undergraduate and / or graduate student research
Benefits
- A rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
