Assistant Professor of Kinesiology (tenure-track)
About The Position
St. Edward's University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Kinesiology, beginning August 2027. The university is a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), committed to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating the hearts and minds of a diverse student body and to social justice. Teaching is central to the university's mission. The teaching load is 12 credits per semester, with one course reassignment per year for research for new tenure-track faculty. Courses are delivered face-to-face. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate kinesiology courses, support a diverse student body, advise students, participate in service, promote the kinesiology major, maintain an active research program, and develop courses or curriculum as requested. Candidates must hold an earned doctorate in exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology, or a related area.
Requirements
- Earned doctorate in exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology, or a related area.
- Demonstrated experience in college-level teaching and scholarship.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- Strong commitment to and demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and training undergraduates from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
- Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses such as Exercise Physiology; Strength Training and Conditioning; Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Biomechanics; and Exercise Testing and Prescription.
- Potentially teach Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology II.
- Support undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds through teaching and training.
- Academically advise undergraduate students.
- Meet school and university service requirements.
- Participate enthusiastically in promoting the kinesiology major.
- Maintain an active program of quality research.
- Develop new courses and/or curriculum as requested.
- Maintain a commitment to social responsibility in the classroom in line with the university's mission.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
