Adjunct Pool (2025-26)/Kinesiology

Point Loma Nazarene University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,945 - 74,593; Part time

Job summary

A Christian university in California is seeking adjunct faculty for undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and Christian liberal arts education, with qualifications including a Ph.D. or MA/MS in a relevant field. Responsibilities include teaching, investing in student success, and participating in research activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional organizations related to exercise science.
• Commitment to Christian liberal arts education.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses.
• Invest in students.
• Participate in institution activities as appropriate.
• Involve students in research or professional experience.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Research involvement

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. preferred

MA/MS accepted

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Kinesiology is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions.

Salary

Adjunct pay ranges from $5,013 to $6,684 based on units.

Job Status

Part time

Job Description

Applicants will teach courses in undergraduate programs (Applied Health Science, Exercise & Sport Science) and Master of Science in Kinesiology in areas such as biomechanics, fitness assessment, sport management, exercise physiology, strength training, corrective exercise and other courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses.
• Invest in students.
• Participate in institution activities as appropriate.
• Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Ed.D. preferred; MA/MS accepted.
• Experience in professional organizations related to exercise science.
• Commitment to Christian liberal arts education and evangelical institution.
• Potential for outstanding teaching.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement; agreement with PLNU Community Life Covenant.
• Successful completion of background check.

Special Instructions

If a position becomes available, the chair will contact you. You will remain in the adjunct pool for the upcoming year; to be reconsidered, reapply.

Application Materials

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover Letter.
• Two Letters of Reference.
• Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed.
• Three Teacher Evaluations if available.

Community

At PLNU we pursue calling together and nurture relationships. We seek enthusiastic candidates to empower students.

EEO Statement

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or veteran status.