Please see Special Instructions for more details.
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
[contact details available in the full listing]
Classification Title
Assistant/Associate Professor
Working Title
Assistant/Associate Professor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Department of Protective and Human Studies
Section
Kinesiology
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Kinesiology Program is a strong campus program and is home to all Health, Physical Education, Public Health, and the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree, which has three concentrations (1) Exercise Science, (2) Fitness and Wellness, and (3) Physical Education and Health. The Kinesiology Program trains evidence-based leaders and practitioners in the sub-fields of Kinesiology according to ACSM and NSCA standards, preparing students to meet the needs of individuals who are healthy, at risk, or who have known disease(s). The Kinesiology degree competitively prepares students to pursue advanced graduate degrees in disciplines such as athletic training, physical therapy, public health, occupational therapy, fitness and wellness, and allied health professions.
Description of Work
The Department houses the Kinesiology Program and seeks to hire a faculty with expertise in Exercise Science with an emphasis on Health and Wellness Promotion.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
The successful candidate will be expected to establish externally funded research program utilizing existing laboratories and resources at the University to contribute to research, teaching, advising, and community service needs of the Department and University.
Teaching undergraduate courses related to exercise science, athletic training, and Health and wellness promotion (e.g., introduction to exercise science, prevention, and care of athletic injuries, applied strength and conditioning, wellness programming and administration, health coaching).
Minimum Training and Experience
Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Health and Wellness Promotion or related disciplines. Track record of scholarly activity commensurate with appointment at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank by the anticipated date of appointment (ABD’s will be considered). Demonstrable evidence of preparedness to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the discipline and establish an independent research program
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Licenses and certifications that align with areas of professional expertise and interest are required.
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Faculty
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00611P
Job Open Date
08/10/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7761
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
[contact details available in the full listing]
Classification Title
Assistant/Associate Professor
Working Title
Assistant/Associate Professor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Department of Protective and Human Studies
Section
Kinesiology
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Kinesiology Program is a strong campus program and is home to all Health, Physical Education, Public Health, and the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree, which has three concentrations (1) Exercise Science, (2) Fitness and Wellness, and (3) Physical Education and Health. The Kinesiology Program trains evidence-based leaders and practitioners in the sub-fields of Kinesiology according to ACSM and NSCA standards, preparing students to meet the needs of individuals who are healthy, at risk, or who have known disease(s). The Kinesiology degree competitively prepares students to pursue advanced graduate degrees in disciplines such as athletic training, physical therapy, public health, occupational therapy, fitness and wellness, and allied health professions.
Description of Work
The Department houses the Kinesiology Program and seeks to hire a faculty with expertise in Exercise Science with an emphasis on Health and Wellness Promotion.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
The successful candidate will be expected to establish externally funded research program utilizing existing laboratories and resources at the University to contribute to research, teaching, advising, and community service needs of the Department and University.
Teaching undergraduate courses related to exercise science, athletic training, and Health and wellness promotion (e.g., introduction to exercise science, prevention, and care of athletic injuries, applied strength and conditioning, wellness programming and administration, health coaching).
Minimum Training and Experience
Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Health and Wellness Promotion or related disciplines. Track record of scholarly activity commensurate with appointment at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank by the anticipated date of appointment (ABD’s will be considered). Demonstrable evidence of preparedness to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the discipline and establish an independent research program
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Licenses and certifications that align with areas of professional expertise and interest are required.
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Faculty
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00611P
Job Open Date
08/10/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7761
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you a current employee of the university?
- Yes
- No
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
- Do you have a Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Health and
Wellness Promotion, or related disciplines?
- Yes