CAMS Summer Adjunct

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 1,136,520 - 1,618,680; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees seeks a part-time adjunct faculty member in the Department of Clinical & Applied Movement Sciences. This role involves teaching courses, mentoring students, and holding office hours as needed. Candidates must possess an earned master's or doctoral degree in Exercise Science or a related field, alongside relevant certifications and licensure.

The position emphasizes an inclusive work environment and does not support H-1B visa sponsorship. Interested applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and three references.

Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in Exercise Science (or related field).
• Earned doctoral degree in Exercise Science (or related field).
• Current Florida licensure or eligibility for athletic training licensure in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s) according to syllabus and schedule.
• Hold scheduled office hours as negotiated.
• Mentor students.

Skills

Diverse teaching experiences

Certification in athletic training

Education

Master's degree in Exercise Science or related field

Doctoral degree in Exercise Science or related field

Doctoral degree in biomechanics, exercise science, or related field

Job description

General Description / Primary Purpose

Part‑time adjunct faculty position in the Department of Clinical & Applied Movement Sciences. Adjunct faculty are employed on a semester‑by‑semester basis, as needed, and are non‑tenure‑earning. The role involves teaching assigned courses, holding office hours, and mentoring students.

Position Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course schedule.
• Hold scheduled office hours with frequency and modality negotiated with the program director and department chair.
• Mentor students.

Working Hours

Part‑time work schedule varies.

Required Licensure

• Kinesiology (undergraduate and graduate): N/A
• Athletic Training: Board of Certification, Florida licensure or eligibility for athletic training licensure in Florida.

Compensation

Adjunct faculty are paid a minimum of $1000 per credit hour.

Required Qualifications

• Kinesiology Undergraduate
  • Earned master’s degree in Exercise Science (or related field).
• Kinesiology Graduate
  • Earned doctoral degree in Exercise Science (or related field).
• Athletic Training
  • Earned doctoral degree in biomechanics, exercise science, sports medicine, or a related field.
  • Certification and good standing with the Board of Certification.
  • Current Florida licensure or eligibility for athletic training licensure in Florida.

Preferred Qualifications

• Kinesiology Undergraduate and Graduate: Record of diverse teaching experiences in course areas needed for the department.
• Athletic Training: Record of diverse teaching experiences in course areas needed for the department.
• American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Associations, and other related certifications.

Additional Application Materials

• Current curriculum vitae.
• Cover letter.
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references (requested during the application review stage).
• Official transcripts and, if applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations documenting the conferral of qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, a credit check may also be required. The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” under TitleIX. The incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, or child sexual abuse to the University’s TitleIX Administrator or any divisional TitleIX Coordinator.

Equal Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. UNF does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Visa Sponsorship and Eligibility

UNF cannot consider candidates who require H‑1B visa sponsorship, regardless of current visa status.