Academic Professional Assistant/Associate Professor Physical Activity Instructional Program Coo[...]

The University of North Carolina; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research university in North Carolina is seeking an Academic Professional Track Assistant/Associate Professor to coordinate the Physical Activity Instructional Program in the Department of Kinesiology. This role requires a doctorate in kinesiology and a strong emphasis on teaching, with responsibilities including course instruction and program coordination. It offers a renewable 9-month appointment with possible summer teaching opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a doctorate degree in kinesiology or a related area.
• Experience organizing community-based physical activity programs is preferred.
• Ability to teach human anatomy/physiology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses like Strength Training and Conditioning, Lifetime Wellness.
• Coordinate the physical activity instructional program.
• Supervise and train graduate assistants.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Engage in departmental and community service.

Skills

Teaching

Community engagement

Program coordination

Supervision

Education

Doctorate in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Academic Professional Assistant/Associate Professor Physical Activity Instructional Program Coordinator for the Department of Kinesiology

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please submit a cover letter, vita, and a description of relevant teaching experiences and teaching philosophy/approach (up to 2 pages in length), along with a list of four references (i.e., name, position/relationship to applicant, address, e‑mail address, and telephone number). Please direct all questions to the search committee chair, Dr. Donna Duffy at [e-mail].

Position Number: 998928

Functional Title: Academic Professional Assistant/Associate Professor Physical Activity Instructional Program Coordinator for the Department of Kinesiology

Position Type: Eclass FC – Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn

University Information

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner‑centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first‑generation and lower‑income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67 M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The Kinesiology Department (https://kin.uncg.edu/) has 27 full‑time faculty in the sub‑disciplines of Applied Neuromechanics, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Sport & Exercise Psychology, Pedagogical Kinesiology, and Sports Medicine. The department is one of ten departments or programs in the School of Health and Human Sciences (https://hhs.uncg.edu/ ) at UNCG. Kinesiology faculty have a history of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service, and the doctoral program was highly ranked in the most recent (2019, 2023) National Academy of Kinesiology national rankings of doctoral programs in kinesiology. The department is located in a modern facility with state‑of‑the‑art laboratory facilities and access to extensive classroom space. Kinesiology is the 5th largest department at UNCG serving approximately 700 undergraduates and 175 graduate students. The department offers B.S., M.S., M.S.A.T., and Ph.D. degrees on campus, as well as an online Ed.D. and M.S. in Sport and Exercise Psychology. The school offers support for both research (https://hhs-sites.uncg.edu/office-of-research/ ) and instructional technology (https://hhs.uncg.edu/instructional-technology/).

Position Summary

We are seeking an Academic Professional Track Assistant/Associate Professor to serve as the Physical Activity Instructional Program Coordinator for the Department of Kinesiology. This is a 9‑month appointment with the potential to teach summer classes. The Academic Professional Track offers non‑tenured rankings of Assistant Professor through Professor, with an emphasis on teaching and other professional responsibilities. Appointments are renewable.

Responsibilities

• Teaching departmental courses (e.g., Strength Training and Conditioning, Lifetime Wellness, Physical Activity Instruction, Exercise Prescription) and physical activity courses.
• Coordination of the physical activity instructional program (e.g., scheduling, equipment management).
• Onboarding, training, and supervision of roughly 12–15 graduate assistants teaching physical activity courses in the department at the beginning of the fall semester.
• Advising undergraduate students with semester course selections and planning their path to graduation.
• Engagement in departmental, university, and community service is expected. In particular, the candidate is expected to develop strong working relationships with other physical activity‑related entities across the University (e.g., athletics, campus recreation, student and employee wellness programs).

Minimum Qualifications

• The candidate must hold a doctorate degree in kinesiology or a related area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience organizing and promoting community‑ and/or institution‑based physical activity programs is preferred.
• Special consideration may be given to individuals who can teach human anatomy/physiology as well as those with certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association, and/or other reputable fitness‑oriented organizations.

Tenure Status

Not on Track

Recruitment Range

Commensurate with experience

Job Open Date

10/13/2025

For Best Consideration Date

11/03/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

FLSA

ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0–30%), "O" for Occasional (30–60%), "F" for Frequent (60–90%), "C" for Constant (90–100%).

Physical Effort: Hand Movement – Repetitive Motions – O, Hand Movement – Grasping – O, Holding – O, Finger Dexterity – F, Reading – F, Writing – F, Hearing – F, Talking – F, Standing – O, Sitting – O, Walking – O.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References
• Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3

Supplemental Questions

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    • Yes
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