Tenure-Track Health & Exercise Science Professor

Southern Oregon University; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Oregon University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Health & Exercise Science. teaching will cover basic nutrition, sport/performance nutrition, and general health courses, with responsibilities in advising, curriculum development, and research.

The department emphasizes collaboration, accreditation pursuits, and student mentorship across programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in the discipline taught; ABD candidates may apply but degree must be conferred before start date.
• At least one year of higher education teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly activities.
• Qualified to teach basic lower division nutrition, upper division sport/performance nutrition, and health courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses across Health & Exercise Science, including nutrition and health topics.
• Advise students, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in research and service.
• Participate in professional affiliations and broader university activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Scholarly activity

Education

PhD in nutrition, exercise science, kinesiology, or related field

ABD considered, degree conferred before start date

Job description

Southern Oregon University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Health & Exercise Science. teaching will cover basic nutrition, sport/performance nutrition, and general health courses, with responsibilities in advising, curriculum development, and research.

The department emphasizes collaboration, accreditation pursuits, and student mentorship across programs.