Exercise & Sport Science, Assistant / Associate Professor, Teaching

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Exercise & Sport Science, Assistant / Associate Professor, Teaching at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Position Purpose:
Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor – Teaching (non-tenure track) with a specialization in Exercise and Sport Science.
Program Area: B.S. in Exercise and Sport Science & M.S. in Exercise and Sport Science.
Term: Full-time, 9-month, 2 years
The Division of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies in the College of Education at Wayne State University seeks a full-time, 9-month Assistant Professor – Teaching (non-tenure track) with specialization in Exercise and Sport Science to teach courses, advise students, and provide service to the program/division/college/university.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Sport Performance, Human Performance, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of three years of university teaching experience.
• Evidence of effective university teaching experience, including face-to-face instruction using best practices in course delivery.
• Evidence of effective online teaching experience, including course development, instructional design, and online pedagogy.
• Evidence of effective use of the Canvas or related learning management system.
• Demonstrated ability to advise undergraduate and graduate students in coursework, internships, and career preparation.
• Proven ability to interact and collaborate effectively with diverse groups of colleagues and students.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CSCS, NSCA, ACSM, or other nationally recognized credentials.
• Evidence of teaching experience across the sub-disciplines of Exercise and Sport Science.
• Experience integrating technology, performance assessment, data analytics, wearable technologies, or applied laboratory experiences into teaching.
• Experience working with collegiate, secondary school, professional, fitness and performance organizations, or corporate wellness settings.
• Evidence of leadership in collaborative initiatives and program operations.

Responsibilities

• Teach face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online courses in the Exercise and Sport Science undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students related to coursework, internships, and career preparation.
• Assist with the WSU Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES) accreditation systems.
• Coordinate undergraduate-level initiatives and programs (i.e., Honors option, student organization, professional development activities, student success initiatives, etc.).
• Assist divisional and program faculty and administrators with student recruitment and retention initiatives, program assessment, establishing field/practicum experience sites, and other duties required to meet organizational needs.
• Participate in service activities that support the Division, College, University, and profession.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree