Adjunct Instructor, Exercise Science
Job Description
St. Cloud State University is seeking applications for potential adjunct instructors who qualify to teach in the College of Health and Wellness Professions-Department of Kinesiology, Community Health, and Gerontology.
The department requests applications for part-time adjunct instructors for selected undergraduate and graduate courses in the Exercise Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology programs. Courses may include, but are not limited to, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Electrocardiography, Cardiovascular and Muscular Physiology, Exercise Testing and Prescription, Clinical Rehabilitation, as well as oversight of student practicum and internship experiences.
This adjunct position will remain open for 1 year to allow departments’ access to candidate pools when there is a need to hire an adjunct to teach a course(s) during defined academic semester(s). Compensation is per credit, the current credit rate is a minimum of $1819 per credit.
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or closely related professional field
- Demonstrate ability to teach in the area of Exercise Science and/or Clinical Exercise Science
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Commitment to university engagement, mentoring, and student success
- Evidence demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal degree, (i.e., Ph.D., Ed.D., ABD candidates excepted) in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology or other closely related field, or a master’s degree in a related discipline as evidence by specialized training and expertise in physical activity and exercise, human movement, and/or sport
- Previous experience teaching at a university or college for a minimum of 1-year
- Availability weekdays, evenings, and online
- Demonstrate use of technology in teaching courses blended/hybrid, asynchronous, or synchronous
- Recognized certifications in the Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology professional field(s)
Required Documents (Upload at Time of Application)
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Three (3) Professional References
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Varies
About
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.
Additional information on St. Cloud State University can be found at: http://www.stcloudstate.edu
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the IFO which can be found here: https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/ifo-contract.pdf
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
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