Postdoctoral research experience.
Professional certification through the American College of
Sports Medicine (e.g., ACSM-EP, ACSM-CEP), the National Strength
and Conditioning Association (e.g., CSCS), or another nationally
recognized exercise science organization.
Evidence of collaborative scholarship or interdisciplinary
research.
Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and
fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health
The Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health is one of the
largest in the College of Education, Health, and Society, with
sustained enrollment growth and strong student demand. The
department is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and
student mentorship while preparing graduates for clinical,
professional, and graduate careers. We value the breadth of the
kinesiology discipline and seek a faculty member whose expertise in
Motor Behavior will strengthen our curriculum, expand collaborative
scholarship, and contribute to the continued growth of the
department.
Faculty in the department maintain active research programs across
motor behavior, biomechanics, exercise physiology, nutrition,
athletic training, health behavior, and related disciplines. The
successful candidate will have access to well-equipped research
facilities supporting human movement and performance research,
including motion capture and biomechanical analysis systems, force
platforms, body composition assessment, ultrasound imaging,
exercise physiology laboratories, and other human performance
testing resources.
Research Environment
The Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health (KNH) offers a
sophisticated, translational research infrastructure specifically
designed to support high-impact Exercise Physiology. Our shared
laboratory network facilitates seamless investigation across the
physiological spectrum—from molecular pathways to systemic
cardiometabolic and performance outcomes—providing an ideal
environment for mechanistic, clinical, and applied research.
Core Research Infrastructure:
- Human Integrative Physiology & Metabolism: Advanced
capabilities for cardiometabolic phenotyping, including
gold-standard indirect calorimetry (ParvoMedics TrueOne 2400),
comprehensive body composition analysis (DEXA, InBody 770,
ultrasound), and resting/exercise metabolic testing.
- Vascular Physiology: Specialized infrastructure for hemodynamic
assessment, featuring flow-mediated dilation, arterial stiffness
analysis, microneurography, and continuous glucose monitoring to
characterize vascular health.
- Applied Exercise Testing: A large-capacity, adaptable space for
clinical and physiological trials equipped with multiple treadmill
and cycle ergometers, ECG systems, and on-site clinical chemistry
diagnostics.
- Molecular & Tissue Bioscience: A collaborative facility
that integrates whole-body physiological data with cellular-level
analysis, utilizing gene expression profiling (RT-PCR), histology,
protein detection, and skeletal muscle tissue processing.
- Pre-Clinical Opportunities: Use of the Laboratory Animal
Resource (LAR) to conduct experimental physical activity and
inactivity studies with rodents utilizing metabolic, behavioral,
and functional phenotyping.
This integrated environment fosters a highly collaborative culture,
providing faculty the flexibility to execute translational research
and offer meaningful, hands-on training to undergraduate and
graduate students.
The College of Education, Health and Society:
The vision of the College of Education, Health, and Society is to
foster critically engaged leaders prepared to take on complex and
interdisciplinary challenges through transdisciplinary
problem-solving that seeks equity and justice in our changing
global society. The College embraces the rich opportunities
available for cross-disciplinary collaboration across its six
departments (Educational Leadership; Educational Psychology; Family
Science and Social Work; Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health; Sport
Leadership and Management; and Teaching, Curriculum, and
Educational Inquiry).
Miami University
Established in 1809, Miami University consistently ranks among the
top national public universities for providing students with a
superior education and exceptional value. Miami is located in the
quintessential college town of Oxford, Ohio, with polytechnic
campuses in Hamilton and Middletown, a learning center in West
Chester, a European study center in Luxembourg, and a 100% virtual
option in Miami Online. A comprehensive research university, Miami
empowers students to engage with premiere teacher-scholars and
benefit from a well-rounded liberal arts foundation and vibrant
campus experience to develop lifelong skills for any career. With
more than 240,000 high-achieving alumni, students gain access to an
extensive and supportive community that opens doors globally and
leads to amazing outcomes. With an ambition to effect meaningful
change, Miami delivers the resources and experiences that prepare
graduates to learn with purpose and lead with courage.
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Required Application Documents
Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of
research plans, and teaching
philosophy.
Special Instructions (if applicable)
Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Paul Reidy at
reidypt@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two weeks
after the position is posted, and will continue until the position
is filled.
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-
and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to
employment should be directed to
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed
here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami
University is a scholarly community whose members believe that
a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well
as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the
rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and
express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and
the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry
that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the
exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal
responsibility.
For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values,
please visit the
Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer,
encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment,
discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or
older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, military status, national origin (ancestry),
pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster
parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its
application and admission processes, educational programs and
activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests
for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to
employment should be directed to
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and
safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to
read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
at:
http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html
, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics,
and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to
prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and
alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This
report also contains information on programs and policies designed
to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating
violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this
website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students.
Written notification is also provided to prospective students and
employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety
Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department
at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
Please visit our
Labor Law Posters webpage to access all
relevant and applicable labor law information.