"Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Tenure Track, Starting September 1, 2026"

Job Details

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Tenure Track, Starting September 1, 2026

City: Galloway

State: New Jersey

Employment Type: Faculty Full-time

Description

Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)

Department: School of Health Sciences

Salary Range: $76,486.40 - $87,954.55

Salary Information: Salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by an extremely competitive University benefits package

Work Hours: varies

Brief Job Overview/Summary

Stockton University seeks applicants for a full-time, 10-month, tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin September 1, 2026. The objective of the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program is to equip students with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for entry-level Exercise Science positions in public or private industries or future graduate study in related areas. Students will be prepared for success in select certification examinations such as the American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) Certified Exercise Physiologist. Program faculty are expected to work collaboratively with each other, faculty outside of the program, and community partners.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of tenure track faculty include, but are not limited to:

• Offering courses, seminars and tutorials in Exercise Science and General Studies curriculum, as needed
• Serving as preceptor to students
• Participating in scholarship and/or creative activities as appropriate to the discipline
• Providing service to the college, community, and profession
• Performing other duties as designated by the Dean, School of Health Sciences and/or the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
• Contribute to the interdisciplinary general studies courses as part of their regular teaching load
• Applicants will be expected to demonstrate, through past accomplishments and actions, the ability to support Stockton University’s diversity commitment and strong student-centered vision and mission

Required Qualifications:

• A doctorate in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Human Performance, Strength and Conditioning, Exercise and Sports Science, Applied Physiology, Biomechanics, Motor Learning, Movement Science or Physical Therapy or evidence of probable completion by Aug 2026

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in higher education
• Effective leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Screening Information: Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply: To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button. Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.

• A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
• Current resume or curriculum vitae
• Unofficial Graduate transcripts
• Teaching philosophy statement (1 page)
• Scholarship plans and research capabilities (1 page)