Assistant/Associate Professor - Motor Behavior

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University seeks a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor in Motor Behavior within the School of Kinesiology. The position supports research in motor development across typical and special populations and aligns with the College’s focus on Health, Human Performance, and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan.

The successful candidate will establish a funded research program, publish in top journals, teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, advise students, and participate in

Qualifications

• Doctorate in kinesiology, health, or a related field earned before employment.
• Strong expertise in motor development in typical and/or special populations.
• Evidence of scholarly activity: peer‑reviewed publications, conference presentations, other scholarly activities.
• Ability to secure extramural funding from NIH/NSF/USDA/DOD or external sources.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses; postdoc experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a focused, fundable research program leading to publications and other outputs.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Motor Behavior or related areas.
• Advise graduate students and direct dissertations.
• Contribute on school, college, university, and profession committees.

Skills

Motor development

Research

Grant writing

Teaching

Education

Doctorate in kinesiology/health-related field

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor - Motor Behavior# Louisiana State University - Careers## Assistant/Associate Professor - Motor BehaviorApply: 1246 Ruffin G. Pleasant Hall: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: March 8, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): R00122084## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Assistant/Associate Professor - Motor Behavior## Position Type:Faculty## Department:LSUAM HSE - School of Kinesiology (Arend W. A. Van Gemmert (00010803))## Work Location:1246 Ruffin G. Pleasant Hall## Pay Grade:Academic## Job Description:**College of Human Sciences and Education****School of Kinesiology****Assistant/Associate Professor- Motor Behavior** The School of Kinesiology at LSU seeks a full-time Assistant or Associate tenure track position in the area of Motor Behavior. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in motor development in typically and/or special populations. We seek a scholar whose work aligns with the College of Human Science and Education’s priority for understanding Health, Human Performance, and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan and the University’s Strategic Plan. The ideal candiate will continue increasing research capacity of our School. The candidate will have a commitment to scholarly productivity, grant writing, teaching excellence, and service. The appointment will be effective August 2027. **Qualifications**: Candidates must have their doctorate degree in kinesiology, health, or a related field earned before employment. Relative to rank, the candidate is expected to have strong expertise and a track-record of success as it relates to motor development in typically developing and/or special populations. The candidate must provide evidence of scholarly activity through a history of peer-reviewed publications in top ranked journal in their field, conference presentations, and other scholarly activities. The candidate must demonstrate potential for and/or previous success in seeking and ideally maintaining extramural funding support of their research from NIH, NSF, USDA, DOD, and/or other external sources. Candidates who can demonstrate an ability to collaborate within the School of Kinesiology and across campus are encouraged to apply. Competence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate classes in their area of expertise, and involvement in service activities should be demonstrated. Candidates with post doc experience are preferred. **Responsibilities**: (1) Develop and sustain a focused, fundable research program that results in peer-reviewed publications and other research outputs; (2) teach undergraduate courses and/or graduate courses in Motor Behavior or other areas aligned with individual and/or Departmental needs; (3) provide advisement to graduate students, and direct dissertations; (4) provide service to the School, College, University, and Profession-based committees as appropriate;**Rank**: Assistant or Associate Professor **Salary**: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.## Additional Job Description:## Special Instructions:Applications should include a letter of application that details how the applicant’s experience and interests meet the requirements and responsibilities of the position; a current curriculum vitae; a one-page research statement of future research activities; and contact information for three references. Questions about the vacant position may be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Ryan Hulteen at [e-mail].**Skills Needed:****Preferred Skills:**## Posting Date:November 9, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):March 8, 2027## Additional Position Information:**Background Check -** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.**Benefits -** LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.## Essential Position (Y/N):N## LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.## HCM Contact Information:For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.