Assistant Professor of Human Performance and Sports Sciences – Exercise Science-Strength & Condition

1000scholars; Magnolia (AR); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Southern Arkansas University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Strength & Conditioning. The start date is Spring or Fall 2027, and the department offers undergraduate degrees and a graduate degree in kinesiology.

Responsibilities include teaching a full load in person and online, advising and mentoring students, serving as program director, and pursuing scholarly activity through research,

Formación

• Earned doctorate in exercise science or closely related field; ABD considered if degree completed by start date.
• Ability to deliver a wide range of undergraduate courses and develop/refine curricula to enhance program offerings.
• Commitment to supporting diverse student populations and using data for continuous program improvement.
• Record of or potential for scholarly activity including publications, presentations, or securing external funding.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within the department to strengthen the undergraduate program.
• Familiarity with standards set by ACSM/NSCA or related bodies.

Responsabilidades

• Teach a full-time course load in the exercise science program using both face-to-face and online modalities.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate exercise science students and serve as the exercise science program director responsible for program reviews and assessments.
• Engage in scholarly activities such as research, publications, and presentations, and contribute to university, department, and community service.

Conocimientos

Doctorate in Exercise Science

Teaching diverse undergrad courses

Curriculum development

Scholarly activity

Interdepartmental collaboration

Familiarity with ACSM/NSCA standards

Commitment to diversity

Data-driven program improvement

Advising/mentoring

Program direction / leadership

Educación

PhD in Exercise Science or closely related field

ABD considered with expected completion by start date

Descripción del empleo

Southern Arkansas University is accepting applications for a 9-month Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track position in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Strength & Conditioning. The start date for this position is Spring or Fall 2027.

The Department of Human Performance and Sport Sciences, one of the largest at Southern Arkansas University, offers undergraduate degrees in exercise science, sports management, and K-12 physical education, as well as a graduate degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in sport coaching. The dynamic exercise science program, among the fastest-growing majors on campus, currently serves over 155 students across two tracks: pre-professional, which prepares students for graduate programs in fields such as physical therapy, athletic training, and occupational therapy, and strength and conditioning, which equips students for careers in fitness and sports performance.

Southern Arkansas University is a public comprehensive regional university located in the city of Magnolia, located in southwest Arkansas. SAU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. More information is available at www.saumag.edu

Duties

• teach a full-time course load in the exercise science program using a student-centered approach while delivering instruction through both face-to-face and online modalities;
• advise and mentor undergraduate exercise science students and serve as the exercise science program director who will conduct program reviews and assessments;
• engage in scholarly activities, such as research, publications, and presentations, and contributing to university, department, and community service through committees, other initiatives, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• must hold an earned doctorate in exercise science or a closely related field, though those who are ABD may be considered with the expectation of degree completion by the start date;
• should demonstrate the ability to deliver a wide range of undergraduate exercise science courses and a commitment to developing or refining curricula to enhance program offerings;
• dedication to supporting diverse student populations and using data for continuous program improvement is essential;
• demonstrate a record of or potential for scholarly activity including publications, presentations, or securing external funding;
• demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively within the department to strengthen the undergraduate program;
• familiarity with standards set by professional organizations like the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (via NSCA), or related bodies required.

Preference

• will be given to candidates with professional credentialing through nationally recognized organizations such as ACSM, NSCA, CSCCa, or NASM.
• A valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification or the ability to obtain certification prior to the start date is also preferred.
• Experience teaching courses such as strength and conditioning, trends in strength and conditioning, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic exercise, applied statistics, and/or instrumentation and physiological assessment are highly desirable.

All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to the value of all members of the SAU community, to excellence in interpersonal behaviors, and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

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