Acting Assistant Professor – Exercise Science

Rider-University; Lawrenceville (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rider University’s Department of Natural and Health Sciences invites applications for a full-time Acting Assistant Professor in Exercise Science for Spring 2027. Appointments may continue into the 2027-2028 year.

The holder will teach core exercise science courses, advise students, and contribute to an active, independent research program. Collaboration with faculty across disciplines, mentoring a diverse student body, and ongoing engagement with accreditation processes are expected.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree with certifications (ACSM-EP, NSCA CSCS, CSCCa) in Exercise Physiology or related field.
• Proven record of outstanding teaching of diverse undergraduates and ability to engage them in active research.
• Post-doctoral or clinical experience and experience with internships/field placements; program accreditation.
• ABD considered.
• Satisfactory background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to instruction of exercise science courses (e.g., Exercise Testing & Prescription, Organization and Administration in Exercise Science, Introduction to Health Professions, Kinesiology) and related courses.
• Advise students and provide value to the Department, College and University.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with other faculty and mentor students from diverse disciplines and backgrounds.

Skills

Teaching diverse undergraduates

Mentoring students from diverse背景

Education

PhD or terminal degree in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology/Strength and Conditioning or related field

Job description

The Department of Natural and Health Sciences is recruiting for full-time appointment as Acting Assistant Professor in Exercise Science for the Spring 2027 semester. Appointments may be continued beyond the spring semester into the 2027-2028 academic year.

Responsibilities for this position will include contributing to instruction of exercise science courses (e.g., Exercise Testing & Prescription, Organization and Administration in Exercise Science, Introduction to Health Professions, Kinesiology, or closely related courses in our exercise science major) as well as courses in the candidate’s specialty that align with departmental teaching needs, advising students, and providing value to the Department, College and University. Willingness to work collaboratively with other faculty and to mentor students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds is essential.

• PhD or other terminal degree and professional certifications (e.g., ACSM-EP, NSCA CSCS, CSCCa) in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Strength and Conditioning or related field. Clinical doctorates (DAT, DPT, DOT) may be considered with appropriate experience.
• Candidates should have a demonstrated record of outstanding teaching of diverse populations of undergraduate students, as well as the ability to engage undergraduates in an active, independent research program.
• Preferred candidates will have post-doctoral or clinical experience, experience establishing and supervising internships/field placements/clinic experiences, and experience with program accreditation.
• Candidates who are ABD at the time of application may be considered.
• Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required.