Open Rank Faculty Position - Exercise Science & Kinesiology

University of South Florida•Tampa, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of South Florida (USF), a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), invites applications for an open-rank (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) faculty position in Exercise Science & Kinesiology within the College of Education. USF seeks a nationally and internationally recognized or rapidly rising scholar with a strong record of research excellence and demonstrated success securing competitive external funding. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and national prominence of Exercise Science & Kinesiology at USF by developing and sustaining an impactful, externally funded research program. This position represents a significant strategic investment in expanding the research profile, external funding portfolio, and scholarly impact of Exercise Science & Kinesiology. Particular interest will be given to candidates with a demonstrated record of securing substantial competitive external funding and leading impactful research programs. Candidates with experience serving as Principal Investigator on major federal grants are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will build a productive research program while creating opportunities for colleagues and students to develop their scholarship and compete for external funding. Exercise Science & Kinesiology encompasses a broad and interdisciplinary scientific landscape focused on understanding human movement, physical activity and health, exercise, and performance across the lifespan. The successful candidate will contribute an innovative research program that complements and expands the existing strengths of the program while creating new opportunities for externally funded research and interdisciplinary collaboration. The area of scholarly expertise is intentionally open. Relevant areas may include, but are not limited to: Exercise physiology, Skeletal muscle physiology and biology, Sport and human performance, Biomechanics and motor control, Physical activity and health, Exercise and chronic disease prevention or management, Metabolism, obesity, and body composition, Aging and exercise, Cardiovascular or metabolic physiology, Nutrition and exercise, Behavioral aspects of physical activity and exercise, Wearable technology and human performance monitoring, Data science, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies applied to human movement, exercise, or health, Other areas relevant to exercise science, kinesiology, human performance, or physical activity. Candidates may employ laboratory-based, clinical, translational, community-based, epidemiological, computational, or other rigorous approaches.

Requirements

Earned doctoral degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity and an active research agenda related to Exercise Science & Kinesiology and consistent with appointment at a research-intensive university.
Demonstrated success securing competitive external research funding, or strong potential appropriate to career stage.
Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to collaborative and interdisciplinary research environments.
Evidence of effective teaching, mentorship, and engagement in academic programs, or demonstrated potential in these areas.
Candidates seeking appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level must demonstrate sustained scholarly productivity, substantive leadership on externally funded research, and national or international recognition commensurate with the proposed rank.

Nice To Haves

Sustained success securing significant competitive external research funding as Principal Investigator or equivalent research leader, including federal funding where applicable.
Evidence of successfully developing, expanding, or sustaining an externally funded program of research.
National or international recognition for research excellence and impact.
Demonstrated leadership of interdisciplinary research teams, laboratories, centers, institutes, or collaborative research initiatives.
A compelling vision for expanding externally funded research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and enhancing the national prominence of Exercise Science & Kinesiology at USF.

Responsibilities

Develop and sustain a nationally and internationally prominent research program.
Secure substantial competitive external funding from federal agencies, foundations, industry, and/or other sponsors.
Serve as Principal Investigator and provide leadership for externally funded research initiatives.
Pursue interdisciplinary and collaborative research opportunities within USF and with external partners.
Publish influential scholarship in leading peer-reviewed journals and other high-impact scholarly outlets.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to the development of the next generation of researchers and scholars.
Contribute to the academic mission of the Exercise Science & Kinesiology program through teaching and service appropriate to rank.
Build productive collaborations across departments, colleges, research centers, healthcare systems, community organizations, industry, and other external partners.
Enhance the national and international visibility of Exercise Science & Kinesiology at USF.
Engage in the Exercise Science and Kinesiology program.
Teaching, research, service and related administrative activities and for academic advising.
May represent the University, College, or Department on university and/or statewide committees.