Open Rank Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh invites applications for an Open Rank Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Health and Exercise Studies. The role focuses on teaching and grading approximately eight one-credit undergraduate physical activity courses, with opportunities to teach additional lecture-based courses as scheduling allows.

Candidates should have appropriate degrees (Master's for Lecturer; Doctoral for Assistant Teaching Professor) and demonstrate expertise across

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for Lecturer position.
• Doctoral degree required for Assistant Teaching Professor.
• Expertise across fitness areas, team sports, and specialty activities.
• Pedagogical training and experience teaching physical activity courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach and grade approximately eight 1-credit undergraduate physical activity courses.
• Possess expertise in fitness, team sports, and specialty activities.
• Participate in departmental and university committees.
• Present at workshops/conferences during the appointment.

Skills

Fitness

Team sports

Specialty activities

Education

Master's degree in related discipline

Doctoral Degree in related discipline

Job description

Open Rank Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Work Schedule: To be determined

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience

About the Department

The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State.

The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.

The mission of the Department of Health and Exercise Studies (HES) is to foster a supportive academic environment in which to educate and inspire students to build and sustain a healthy body and mind for lifelong productivity and wellbeing. HES offers a variety of both physical activity and lecture courses that fulfill GEP and minor curricula. As the sole provider of a key general education component, the department is uniquely situated as the only department in the university through which all undergraduate students must matriculate. The department's four academic minors include Coaching Education, Health, Outdoor Leadership, and Sports Science.

More information about the department can be found at https://hes.dasa.ncsu.edu/Over the next year, the Department of Health and Exercise Studies will transition from the Division of Academic and Student Affairs (DASA) to the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS). The transition will create new opportunities for collaboration and closer connections with related disciplines while providing an academic structure that supports the department's continued growth and success. Candidates joining the department will be part of this exciting transition and contribute to the department's continued development within CHASS.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Essential Job Duties

Teaching and grading an estimated eight one (1) credit-hour undergraduate physical activity courses will be the main focus for the position. Candidates must have expertise in several of the following areas: fitness (e.g., aerobics, water aerobics, HIIT, functional movement, cycling, and weight training), team sports (e.g., basketball, ultimate frisbee), and specialty (e.g., tennis, golf, archery).

Other Responsibilities

• Departmental and university committee participation as appropriate.
• Teaching physical activity courses will be the main focus for the position.
• Teaching other lecture-based courses may be possible as scheduling allows.
• Presenting at multiple professional workshops, clinics, conferences, or conventions appropriate to the area of expertise during the appointment is expected at the Assistant Teaching Professor level.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Lecturer: Master's degree in related discipline, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required.
• Assistant Teaching Professor: Doctoral Degree in related discipline, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required.

Rank will be awarded based on education and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications

Expertise in several of the following areas: fitness (e.g., aerobics, water aerobics, HIIT, functional movement, cycling, and weight training), team sports (e.g., basketball, ultimate frisbee), and specialty (e.g., tennis, golf, archery).

Pedagogical training and experience teaching physical activity courses.

Able to teach and assess fitness concepts that support lifelong physical activity and adapt instruction for varied learners.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching at the college or university level.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or willingness to obtain upon employment is required and must be maintained.

Driver's License Requirements

Valid NC Driver's License required: No.

Commercial Driver's License required: No.

Position Details

• Position Number: 00000945
• Position Type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
• Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00
• Appointment: 9 Month Recurring
• Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
• Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
• Department ID: 248301 - Health and Exercise Studies
• Recruitment Dates: Job Open Date 10/22/2026; Anticipated Close Date 12/1/2026

EEO

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