Visiting Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology. This 9-month non-tenure track position involves teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses, and is ideal for candidates with a doctoral degree in Kinesiology or related fields. The role is set within a diverse and inclusive academic environment that fosters growth and development.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Doctoral degree in Kinesiology or closely related area

Job description

Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology

Employee Classification: Visiting Assistant Professor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Kinesiolgy, Hlth Promo, & Rec-132320

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidates qualifications, experience, and discipline, in acordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion, and Recreation has over 1,300 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate students (MS and PhD) across several specializations including sport and exercise psychology, exercise physiology, and sport pedagogy; PhD students are trained through collaborative programs with other UNT departments. Research facilities include the Sport and Exercise Psychophysiology Laboratory, Behavioral Neuroscience Research Laboratory, Sport Physical Activity and Health Laboratory, Applied Physiology Laboratory, Physical Activity and Psychomotor Learning Laboratory, and Integrated Metabolism and Disease Prevention Laboratory.

The University of North Texas is a student-focused, public, research university located in Denton, Texas. Denton is a town of 136,000 people located in the Dallas-FT. Worth Metroplex.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

This is a 9-month non-tenure track position with the potential for renewal based on departmental needs and availability of funds. This role will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology.

Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctoral degree in Kinesiology, exercise physiology, or closely related area.
Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching at the collegiate level. Ability to teach exercise physiology and related courses.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Work Schedule:

Varies

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.