Assistant Professor of Professional Practice

Louisiana State University

8d•Remote

About The Position

The School of Kinesiology announces the availability of two full-time (9-month non-tenure track) Assistant Professor of Professional Practice for our online offerings. The primary duties for this position include the development and instruction of undergraduate courses in Kinesiology with a concentration in health and health promotion. The successful candidate will have a background that supports involvement in kinesiology, allied health professions, or related areas and will have a commitment to scholarly teaching excellence and service to the profession as well as strong interpersonal communication skills. The preferred appointment date will be effective August 15, 2026, but is negotiable.

Requirements

Earned doctorate or clinical doctorate in Kinesiology or a related field with teaching experience in core subjects in Kinesiology
evidence of ability to advise undergraduate students
strong communication skills with a desire to mentor undergraduate students who are remote
experience with the development and teaching of online courses

Responsibilities

(1) Developing undergraduate online courses related to kinesiology, in particular core classes in kinesiology (biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor development, motor learning, neuromotor control, and/or research methods)
(2) Teaching undergraduate online courses related to kinesiology, in particular core classes in kinesiology (biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor development, motor learning, neuromotor control, and/or research methods)
(3) advise and mentor students in the online health and health promotion concentration
(4) service on School, College, University, and Profession-based committees as appropriate. The faculty member will contribute to the vision and mission to the School of Kinesiology.