Full Professor - Exercise Physiology (SCEP) - Fall 2027

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor•Belton, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Mary Hardin Baylor’s Mayborn College of Health Sciences seeks qualified faculty for its School of Exercise & Sport Science beginning in late July of 2027, with initial appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, commensurate with experience. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. The School of Exercise & Sport Science offers two undergraduate degree programs with five major options. Specifically, the undergraduate degrees offered include the Bachelor of Sport Management (B.S.M.) and the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (B.S.H.S.), which includes three options: the B.S.H.S. in EC-12 Physical Education, the B.S.H.S. in Exercise Physiology, and the B.S.H.S. in Health Science. Degree concentrations include Clinical Exercise Physiology, Strength & Conditioning, Pre-PT, Pre-PA, Pre-OT, Pre-AA, Pre-AT, Pre-Med, and Pre-Chiro. Additionally, the School offers two graduate degrees that include the Master of Science in Exercise Physiology and the Master of Science in Sport Administration. Our goal is to engage students in a Christ-centered learning environment where they will develop the knowledge, skills, and interprofessional competencies to become leaders in the complex and dynamic environment of health sciences. UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (5 miles), Waco (45 miles), Austin (65 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.

Requirements

Must be an active and committed Christian who will support the University’s mission and who will be an active participant in their local church
Doctorate in Exercise Physiology, Health Science or related discipline from an accredited institution is required
Current Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification is also required
Excellent teaching and communication skills
A dedication to professional attainment
Commitment to quality improvement
Must agree to the University’s Employee Statement of Understanding

Nice To Haves

Candidates with evidence of teaching repertoire in more than one exercise physiology-related area (exercise physiology, exercise prescription, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, nutrition, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Exemplary teaching
Curriculum development
Student recruitment and advising
Professional attainment
Service to department, college, university, and the community
Teach undergraduate courses in the Strength and Conditioning Education Program (SCEP)
Teach graduate level courses within the Master of Science in Exercise Physiology program
Student advising
Graduate student mentorship
Supervision of students at internship sites