Lecturer, Kinesiology Social Sciences & Mentorship

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); In loco; USD 60.000 - 67.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities invites applications for a non-tenure-track Lecturer (Academic Professional) in Kinesiology with emphasis on Social Science. The ideal candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in sport and exercise psychology, sport sociology, sport history, and health promotion and wellness.

The role focuses on teaching, curricular leadership, mentoring, and service across undergraduate and graduate programs, with opportunities to influence

Competenze

• Earned PhD or other terminal degree in Kinesiology or closely related discipline (ABD considered with degree completion by time of appointment).
• MS in Kinesiology or closely related discipline with an additional 2+ years of relevant experience in pedagogical or industry settings.
• Demonstrated teaching experience and effectiveness in higher education.
• Teaching competencies, industry experience, and/or research expertise in introductory courses in kinesiology social science oriented courses.
• Demonstrated strengths in writing and communication skills.
• Commitment to service at the professional, university, departmental, and community levels.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Mansioni

• Teach the equivalent of 6 courses per academic year (3 each fall and spring semesters, 2-4 credits per course).
• Provide leadership to undergraduate curricula evaluation and innovation.
• Teach core courses in the undergraduate programs including large lecture courses.
• Teach other undergraduate and graduate courses as needed.
• Develop and prepare course content, materials, and syllabi.
• Instruct courses using diverse modes of delivery.
• Evaluate student performance and grade student materials such as exams, papers, and projects.
• Respond to student inquiries and meet with students.
• Supervise graduate teaching assistants.
• Participate in on-campus professional development training relevant to teaching and learning.
• Develop partnerships that provide experiential learning opportunities for students.
• Supervise field experiences and mentor students on career readiness.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in directed study, independent study, and honors program experiences.
• Advise graduate students at the master's level.
• Serve on graduate examining committees at the master's and doctoral level.

Conoscenze

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Mentoring/advising students

Service commitment

Written communication

Formazione

PhD in Kinesiology or related field

MS in Kinesiology with 2+ years experience

ABD considered with degree completion by time of appointment

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities invites applications for a non-tenure-track Lecturer (Academic Professional) in Kinesiology with emphasis on Social Science. The ideal candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in sport and exercise psychology, sport sociology, sport history, and health promotion and wellness.

The role focuses on teaching, curricular leadership, mentoring, and service across undergraduate and graduate programs, with opportunities to influence