Assistant Professor of Human Performance and Sports Sciences- Exercise Science Job at Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, AR

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  • Southern Arkansas University
  • Magnolia, AR

Job Description

Southern Arkansas University is accepting applications for a 9-month Assistant Professor, tenure-track position in Exercise Science, effective August 1, 2025. Should a highly qualified candidate be identified with earlier availability, there is the potential for a January 2025 start date.

The Department of Human Performance and Sport Sciences is one of the largest on campus. The department focuses on Exercise Science, Sports Management, and K-12 Physical Education. We actively collaborate with all departments within the College of Education and Human Performance. Additionally, the department offers a graduate degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in sport coaching.

The Exercise Science program at Southern Arkansas University is vibrant and one of the fastest-growing majors on campus, with 155+ majors. The degree currently offers two tracks (Pre-Professional and Strength Conditioning.) The Pre-Professional track prepares students to be admitted into medical field graduate programs like Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, etc. The strength and conditioning track prepare those individuals seeking a career in the fitness and sports performance fields.

Duties: teach a full-time load consisting of face-to-face and online instruction; teach courses in the Exercise Science curriculum; use a student-centered approach to teaching, advising/mentoring; serve on committees; scholarship and service to the university, department and community and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: earned doctorate (ABD considered) in Exercise Science or closely related field; strong ability to deliver a wide variety of undergraduate level courses in the discipline of exercise science; willingness to formulate courses that expand on current curricula and actively contribute to refining undergraduate-level courses and curricula; has strong desire to work with diverse student populations and is committed to using data to improve the quality of all facets of the department continuously; have a record of or the potential for publishing, presenting scholarly endeavors, and /or securing external funding; must be a team player that complements and strengthens our graduate and undergraduate programs of study; work with a team-centered approach; experience and understanding of ACSM, NSCA and/or other related professional bodies. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Southern Arkansas University is a public comprehensive regional university located in the city of Magnolia, located in southwest Arkansas. SAU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (AQIP participant as of 2010). More information is available at www.saumag.edu.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted. Applications will be accepted until October 24, 2024 or until position is filled.

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