Teaching and Student Success
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Health, Physical Education and
Kinesiology.
- Develop, revise, and assess course content to ensure alignment with current disciplinary
standards and best practices.
- Utilize innovative teaching methods, instructional technologies, and evidence-based
pedagogical approaches.
- Maintain regular office hours and provide academic advising and mentoring to students.
- Supervise internships, practicum experiences, independent studies, theses, and
dissertations as appropriate.
- Evaluate student learning and provide timely feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Support student recruitment, retention, and graduation initiatives.
Research and Scholarly Activity
- Establish and maintain an active program of scholarly research.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and other scholarly outlets.
- Present scholarly work at regional, national, and international conferences.
- Pursue external funding opportunities through grants, contracts, and other sponsored
programs.
- Collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners on research initiatives.
- Involve undergraduate and graduate students in scholarly activities when appropriate.
Service and Leadership
- Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
- Contribute to program assessment, accreditation, strategic planning, and continuous
improvement efforts.
- Assist with curriculum development, revision, and program evaluation.
- Support departmental recruitment, outreach, and community engagement activities.
- Participate in faculty governance and shared decision-making processes.
- Provide professional service to the discipline through leadership roles in professional organizations, editorial activities, conference participation, and peer review.
Community and Professional Engagement
- Develop partnerships with schools, healthcare organizations, community agencies, and
industry stakeholders.
- Promote community-based learning, service-learning, and experiential education
opportunities.
- Maintain professional credentials, certifications, and memberships relevant to the field.
- Engage in activities that enhance the visibility and reputation of the department and
university.
Additional Duties
- Maintain compliance with university policies, accreditation standards, and applicable regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair, Dean, or other designated administrator consistent with faculty rank and expertise.
Required Qualifications
- Earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent terminal degree) in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sport Science, Physical Education, Human Performance, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated ability to teach on-campus undergraduate and/or graduate courses in kinesiology or related disciplines.
- Evidence of scholarly activity, research, or professional engagement appropriate to rank.
• Ability to advise and mentor students from diverse backgrounds. • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
- Ability to contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities.
- Experience using instructional technology and learning management systems.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience in higher education.
- Record of peer-reviewed publications and scholarly presentations.
- Evidence of securing external funding, grants, or contracts.
- Experience directing student research projects, theses, or dissertations.
- Experience with online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced instruction.
- Professional certifications (e.g., ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ATC, CSCS).
- Experience with program assessment and accreditation processes.
- Experience in curriculum development and program review.
- Demonstrated success working with diverse student populations, including first generation and underrepresented students.
- Experience in academic leadership, committee work, or program coordination.
- Established regional, national, or international professional reputation.
- Experience developing partnerships with schools, healthcare organizations, community agencies, or industry partners.
