Tenure-Track Assistant Professor: Cardiovascular & Exercise Physiology

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for two tenure-track, nine-month Assistant Professor positions in the School of Kinesiology and Nutrition, beginning Fall 2027 in Hattiesburg, MS.

These in-person roles seek scholars with expertise in cardiovascular physiology, exercise science, nutrition, or related areas to develop a productive research agenda, teach, mentor students, and contribute to service.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition/Dietetics, or a closely related field (by August 2027).
• Evidence of potential to conduct and disseminate high-quality research.
• Demonstrated potential to teach at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an active research agenda in cardiovascular physiology, exercise physiology, exercise science, nutrition/dietetics, or a related field.
• Pursue scholarly dissemination through high-quality publications, presentations, and external funding opportunities.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in face-to-face and online formats.
• Collaborate with School faculty to enhance curriculum and accreditation processes.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students through teaching and research.
• Participate in school, university, professional, and community service activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills & communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Doctoral degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition/Dietetics, or related field

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for two tenure-track, nine-month Assistant Professor positions in the School of Kinesiology and Nutrition, beginning Fall 2027 in Hattiesburg, MS.

These in-person roles seek scholars with expertise in cardiovascular physiology, exercise science, nutrition, or related areas to develop a productive research agenda, teach, mentor students, and contribute to service.