Tenure-Track Health & Exercise Science Professor

Transylvania University; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transylvania University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Health and Exercise Science, beginning August 25, 2027. The program emphasizes scientific approaches to human health and offers internships around Lexington, Kentucky.

Eligible candidates will hold a Ph.D. in kinesiology, exercise science, nutrition, public health or a related field by the start date and show potential for excellence in teaching and undergraduate research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by start date.
• Experience teaching or researching nutrition, sports nutrition, or dietetics.
• Undergraduate teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to teaching and interdisciplinary dialogue.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to health, nutrition, and exercise science.
• Supervise community internships and undergraduate research projects.
• Contribute to the Health and Wellness general education course; advise First-Year students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in kinesiology, exercise science, nutrition, public health or related field

Job description

Transylvania University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Health and Exercise Science, beginning August 25, 2027. The program emphasizes scientific approaches to human health and offers internships around Lexington, Kentucky.

Eligible candidates will hold a Ph.D. in kinesiology, exercise science, nutrition, public health or a related field by the start date and show potential for excellence in teaching and undergraduate research.