Assistant Professor of Exercise & Health Science
About The Position
The Exercise and Health Science Department at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2027. The appointment is for the nine-month academic year. Applicants should have expertise in exercise physiology or biomechanics, and the successful candidate’s teaching will align with their area of expertise. Teaching will include Principles of Strength and Conditioning and may also include Exercise Physiology, Functional Human Anatomy, Biomechanics, Sport and Exercise Nutrition, Foundations of Exercise Program Design, and Introduction to Exercise and Health Science. The position is not eligible for remote work. The department prepares undergraduate students to become ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered professionals who promote health and well-being through physical activity, exercise, and sport. It offers small classes, typically 20–30 students, and recently renovated teaching, laboratory, and student engagement spaces that support hands-on experiential learning. The successful candidate will join a collegial team of five full-time and three part-time faculty members. The institutions are Catholic liberal arts colleges in the Benedictine tradition, located in central Minnesota. They emphasize community, hospitality, stewardship, justice, inclusion, and respect for all persons. The colleges have approximately 2,900 students and support faculty-student relationships, research, experiential learning, study abroad, and faculty development. Applications are accepted online. Required application materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Review begins October 19, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon a successful pre-employment background check.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a closely related field; ABD candidates will be considered.
- Expertise in strength and conditioning.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in college-level teaching.
- Experience using active, student-centered pedagogies.
- Ability to design and implement hands-on laboratory learning experiences.
- Commitment to teaching evidence-based practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching and ability to effectively engage students from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CASCE-accredited strength and conditioning programs, in development and/or teaching.
- Professional experience in strength and conditioning.
- Experience coordinating field or internship experiences.
- Experience teaching exercise physiology and/or biomechanics.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate research.
- Experience advising undergraduate students.
Responsibilities
- Teach three undergraduate courses, or a 12-credit equivalent, per semester.
- Advise undergraduate students.
- Develop and sustain an active research program.
- Mentor undergraduate students in research and scholarly activity.
- Contribute service to the department and institution.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Sick leave
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Tuition remission for eligible dependents
- Employer contributions to a retirement plan
- Employee assistance program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
