Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, Exercise Science Job at Eureka College, Eureka, IL

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  • Eureka College
  • Eureka, IL

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, Exercise Science

REPORTS TO: Math & Science Division Chair, Dr. Katy Everett

POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Science and Mathematics at Eureka College invites applications for a full-time position in Kinesiology-Exercise Science at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track), starting as early as January 2025 (depending on applicant availability, an August 2025 start date is also possible). The successful candidate will teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits annually) along with assisting in advising students majoring in Kinesiology-Exercise Science and pre-professional tracks and occasionally mentoring senior thesis projects as part of the college's Honors Program. The Kinesiology faculty may be required to participate in the college's interdisciplinary programs including first year seminar or 10 Essentials (general education) courses at Eureka College. This position has the potential to be offered as a 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor position (with the potential for becoming tenure-track) if degree qualifications and/or preferred experience are not met at day one.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits per academic year) of undergraduate coursework.

Courses in the Spring 2025 will include:

* Nutrition

* Social and Psychological Aspects of Physical Activity

* Introduction to Health, Fitness, and Performance

* Exercise Physiology I

Future courses could include and/or introduce:

* Biomechanics

* Motor Development

* Tests and Measurements in KIN

* Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II

* Sports Administration

* Areas of specialty

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Help assess the Kinesiology-Exercise Science program and propose innovations to meet the demands of the current job market and student interests.

* Serve on college committees.

* Participate in faculty governance (monthly meetings).

* Supervise undergraduate honors theses & research (as needed).

* Help in the recruiting process of future/prospective students.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

May supervise student workers.

EDUCATION

* Essential:

* PhD in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field or or ABD with the requirements for the PhD completed by the appointment time of Jan or August 1, 2025.

* MS applications will also be considered for a Visiting Assistant Professor, 1-year appointment.

* Desirable: Previous teaching in higher education and experience with/in a Kinesiology-Exercise Science profession

Area of specialization should preferably align with or compliment existing program expertise in one or more of the following areas: biomechanics, exercise physiology, human performance, motor behavior, sport and exercise psychology, etc.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

* Effective communicator

* Organized

* Skilled with Microsoft and electronic mail

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK SCHEDULE: Normal academic schedules include classes and labs offered during normal work hours Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00pm. Flexibility in the work schedule is required to accommodate occasional evening and weekend hours, including attendance in December and May Commencements.

Eureka College

Job Tags

Full time, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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