Faculty Part-time (Physical Therapy & Kinesiology)

General Summary of Position:

This is a part-time adjunct instructor opportunity to teach a 3-hour lab session once a week Fall or Spring semester with the goal to teach undergraduate students how to use the basic equipment in a fitness recreation center (e.g., free weights and functional training such as squats). The course is introductory in nature, particularly designed for students with limited skills in strength and conditioning in the fitness and recreational center environment.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Master's of Science degree in exercise science, strength and conditioning, athletic training, or a related field;
• CSCS, NSCA-CPT, and/or ACSM-CPT credentials;
• Demonstrated expertise in foundational knowledge and skill in strength and conditioning exercise and fitness;
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching or coaching people regarding strength and conditioning fitness exercise; and demonstrated expertise and/or a strong desire to teach students health and fitness exercise skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the Adjunct Faculty salary chart for the rates.

Please include a CV and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

Organization

Working at University of Massachusetts Lowell

Located in the culturally and historically rich Merrimack.

Valley in northeast Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is a vibrant research university that offers its 13,000 students more than 120 bachelor’s, master’s, professional master’s and doctoral degree programs. Exciting opportunities in experiential and service learning, scholarship, community engagement, and international partnerships can be found across the Colleges of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering; Management; Sciences; School of Health and Environment; and Graduate School of Education.

This is a time of unprecedented growth and opportunity at UMass Lowell. Student enrollment and retention have improved annually. Research funding and alumni giving have increased significantly and the campus has embarked on the construction of two new academic buildings: the Emerging Technologies & Innovation Center and the Health & Social Sciences Building.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Massachusetts Lowell is to enhance the intellectual, personal and cultural development of its students through excellent, affordable educational programs. The University seeks to meet the needs of the Commonwealth today and into the future and supports the development of sustainable technologies and communities through its teaching, research, scholarship and engagement.