Assistant Professor- Sport & Exercise Psychology
Bridgewater College•Bridgewater, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Bridgewater College invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Health and Human Sciences (Sport & Exercise Psychology) position beginning August 10, 2026. We are seeking an educator with expertise in sport and exercise psychology and experience in coaching or coaching education. The successful candidate will prepare students to understand the mental, motivational, and performance-related aspects of sport, exercise, and coaching in a student-centered learning environment.
Requirements
- Earned terminal degree in a health sciences field with a specialization in Sport and Exercise Psychology, such as a Ph.D. or Ed.D.
- Experience in coaching or coaching education
- Ability to teach undergraduate courses in sport psychology and coaching
- Strong communication skills and commitment to student-centered teaching
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in sport psychology, coaching, and related Health and Human Sciences areas based on departmental needs and your expertise
- Connect course content to real-world coaching, athlete development, and performance settings
- Advise, mentor, and recruit students interested in sport, exercise, health, and coaching careers
- Contribute to curriculum assessment, program development, and continuous improvement
- Participate in departmental, school, College, and professional service
- Help foster a collaborative and engaging learning environment for students
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Tuition benefits for eligible dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
