Lecturer, Human Movement Science | Teaching & Mentorship

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Minnesota Twin Cities seeks a dynamic Lecturer (Academic Professional) in Human Movement Science within the School of Kinesiology. The role covers teaching, curricular leadership, student mentoring, and service to the department and university, with opportunities for summer teaching based on enrollment.

The position is full-time for the academic year (9 months) with potential summer teaching. Candidates should have strong teaching credentials and the ability to engage undergraduate

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree in Kinesiology or closely related discipline; ABD considered if degree completed by appointment.
• Proven teaching experience in higher education with effectiveness.
• Teaching competencies in motor development, motor control, motor learning, and/or biomechanics.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of six courses per academic year (3 each fall and spring).
• Provide leadership to undergraduate curricula evaluation and innovation.
• Teach core courses in undergraduate programs including large lectures with labs.
• Supervise graduate teaching assistants and mentor students.
• Advise graduate students and serve on graduate examining committees.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Written communication

Education

PhD in Kinesiology or related field

MS in Kinesiology or related field (ABD considered)

Job description

University of Minnesota Twin Cities seeks a dynamic Lecturer (Academic Professional) in Human Movement Science within the School of Kinesiology. The role covers teaching, curricular leadership, student mentoring, and service to the department and university, with opportunities for summer teaching based on enrollment.

The position is full-time for the academic year (9 months) with potential summer teaching. Candidates should have strong teaching credentials and the ability to engage undergraduate