"Assistant Professor - Kinesiology"

Assistant Professor - Kinesiology

Position Number: 937208

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category: Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview:

The Department of Kinesiology is one of six academic units in the College of Health and Human Performance offering five-degree programs: BS in Exercise Physiology, BS in Physical Education and Coaching Science, BS in Sport Performance Science, MS in Kinesiology, a Ph.D. in Bioenergetics and Exercise Science, and a minor in Strength and Conditioning. There are over 1100 majors and 29 full-time faculty. Our internationally known faculty are collaborative, interdisciplinary, and successful in innovative teaching approaches and research that receives external funding. They enthusiastically engage our students in and out of the classroom through interactive lectures, research collaboration, community service projects, as well as other activities. Our distinct research labs support our academic programs as well as provide opportunities for faculty and student scholarship. Faculty and students research fields related to Exercise Physiology, Physical Activity Promotion, Biomechanics, Motor Control, Adapted Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport Psychology, and Pedagogy.

Job Duties:

The Department of Kinesiology within the College of Health and Human Performance at East Carolina University seeks candidates for two nine-month tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026. The successful candidates are expected to teach in an area aligned with their area of expertise and be applicable to a variety of our degree programs, develop or further enhance a nationally recognized research program, as evidenced by a strong record of impactful publications in sport and/or tactical populations, and seek external funding. The successful candidates will complement the current departments research strengths. Additional responsibilities include providing service to the university, community, and profession, as well as mentoring masters and/or doctoral students.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience:

Ph.D. in Kinesiology or a closely related field including but not limited to: Exercise and Sport Science, Movement Science, Motor Behavior, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, or Sport Psychology.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

N/A

Special Instructions to Applicant:

In order to apply, candidates must submit the following materials online at www.jobs.ecu.edu:

1. A cover letter addressing the position description,
2. Curriculum Vitae/Resume,
3. A statement up to 2 pages detailing the candidates planned research agenda (uploaded under the additional document in the documents needed to apply section),
4. A teaching philosophy (uploaded under the additional document in the documents needed to apply section),
5. A list of three references with contact information.

As part of the screening process, the references provided may be contacted. Official transcripts, two to three original letters of reference, criminal background checks, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Lee Gaylord (KINE Search 937208) 1000 E. 5th Street, ECU, Rivers W 238, Mailstop 505, Greenville, NC 27858.

For questions regarding the application process, the program or the specific position, contact the search committee chair: Dr. Nicholas Murray at MURRAYNI@ecu.edu.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with achievement and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Initial Screening Begins: 11/27/2025