Job Description

Instructor Exercise & Sport Science (ESS)

Requisition Number: F00448P

Job Description:

The Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences ( ENS ) at Weber State University ( WSU ) invites applications for a 9-month, Exercise & Sport Science ( ESS ) Instructor position to begin in Fall semester, 2025.

This instructor will teach in the Bachelor of Science in ESS at WSUs main campus in Ogden, Utah. The instructor will be responsible for a 15 credit hour/semester load, specifically teaching 12 credit hours per semester in mostly upper division ESS courses, as well as a 3 credit hour release for internship coordinator duties. Potential courses could include Exploring Exercise Science Professions ( ESS 2200), Structural Kinesiology ( ESS 3450), Advanced Strength and Conditioning ( ESS 4280), and ECG & Cardiac Rehabilitation ( ESS 4470), depending on the area of expertise or needs of the program. The successful candidate can also be active in professionally-related service to the ESS program and ENS department, including the ENS student club, contributing to the programs efforts in community outreach, student research, student advising, curriculum updating and development, and collecting and reporting of assessment data on learning outcomes for assessment and program review reports. Further, s/he will work closely with the ESS program director and other ESS faculty members.

Instructor positions are temporary appointments renewable annually by separate contract at the sole discretion of the university.

Job Duties:

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: The successful candidate for the ESS Instructor position will:

1. Hold a masters degree in Exercise Science or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

1. C.S.C.S. certification with experience or familiarity with strength and conditioning and the NSCA
2. Terminal degree (Ph.D)
3. Exercise science-related teaching experience in an accredited institution of higher education.
4. Experience teaching courses in all formats, such as face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.
5. Experience assessing learning outcomes
6. Experience conducting or facilitating scholarly research.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time
Open Date: 12/09/2024
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The university provides excellent retirement and medical benefits .

Application Procedure:
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following:

1. One-page letter of interest (cover letter) highlighting your particular qualifications for this position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. 3-5 professional references, including phone numbers and email addresses.
4. Unofficial or official transcripts (Official transcripts will be required before any type of contract offer of this position)

Review of applications will begin January 8, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Web Site:

Employer Information:
Weber State University is a comprehensive university founded in 1889. The University provides lifelong learning opportunities for a variety of learners on the main campus in Ogden, at a campus in neighboring Davis County, through Internet-based WSU Online, and outreach efforts throughout the Intermountain West. Over 24,000 students are enrolled in associate, baccalaureate, and masters degrees in business, education, health professions, technology, and the liberal arts and sciences. The university is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City on the western slopes of the Wasatch Mountains. The area offers extensive cultural, educational, and year-round outdoor recreation experiences.

WSU is committed to excellence in the employment of faculty and staff. The University is an equal employment opportunity employer providing opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.

Additional information about employment, benefits, and salaries at WSU is available at

Location:
Weber State University
Exercise & Nutrition Sciences Department
1435 Village Drive, Dept. 2805
Ogden, UT 84408-2805

Contact:
Bryan Dowdell
Weber State University
Exercise & Nutrition Sciences Department
1435 Village Drive, Dept. 2805
Ogden, UT 84408-2805
bryandowdell@weber.edu
Office #: 801-626-6745

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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