"Assistant/Associate Professor of Kinesiology - R-073882"

Texarkana, TX

time type

Full time

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Posted 29 Days Ago

job requisition id

R-073882

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor of KinesiologyAgency

Texas A&M University - TexarkanaDepartment

CASE Nursing/KinesiologyProposed Minimum Salary

CommensurateJob Location

Texarkana, TexasJob Type

FacultyJob Description

The College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services at Texas A&M University-Texarkana is currently seeking an outstanding candidate at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank in Kinesiology with expertise in exercise science, coaching and administration, and exercise rehabilitation. The position will start Fall 2024.  The successful candidate should possess an excellent record in teaching, scholarship, and service. He/she/they will be expected to foster the growth of first-rate Kinesiology courses, including building on existing strengths within the Kinesiology program and through collaboration with other faculties at the university.  The candidate will also be responsible for addressing student needs in Kinesiology, including academic advising, and assisting the division chair and dean with the implementation of short and long-term goals of the division and college.  This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

•  Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology and coordinate with other divisions to deliver Kinesiology courses related to curricular and the strategic priorities of the college. 
• Teach 24 SCH per academic year. Assist with developing programs in Kinesiology and provide input for programmatic changes, including contributions to curriculum and course development. 
• Foster interdisciplinary initiatives that broaden the interests and research of students participating in Pre-Physical Therapy and Kinesiology courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. 
•  Advise students in the Kinesiology program and supervise student projects and research activities. 
• Engage with external communities and professional bodies to further the strategic interests and strengths of Kinesiology and the college. 
• Engage in innovative projects focused on enhancing the academic, operational, and economic effectiveness of the college and faculty, including external research funding initiatives, and published scholarly work. 
• Work with the Kinesiology program coordinator, division chair, and CNHHS Dean to represent the department and college at various meetings, recruitment events, conferences, and university functions as necessary. 
• Perform appropriate level of services within the university, including serving on different committees for the division and college. 
• Perform other positions and responsibilities as assigned by the division chair and the dean of College. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Earned Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Coaching and Administration, Physical Education, and Exercise/Sports Sciences or a closely related fields from an accredited university. (Advanced ABD will be considered, but the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment) 
• Exceptional record of effective teaching, scholarship, and service. 
• Experience in course development, management, teaching, and quality assurance at the college or university level. 
• Exceptional skill in verbal and written communications and interpersonal relations 
• Must be able to work effectively with all segments of the campus population 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 2-3 years’ experience teaching in upper or lower division Kinesiology and/or Kinesiology-related courses and laboratories, utilizing current supporting technologies, at the university level 
• Familiarity with standards-based curriculum, instruction, and accreditation processes (e.g., SACS-COC, etc.) and assessment, including data collection, organization, and analysis. 
• Experience in research productivity, including competitive extramural funding and publication of peer-reviewed research, with a strong ability to foster collaborative, extramurally funded Kinesiology projects and/or research for students leading to publications or presentations at professional conference or symposium 
• Experience with student-centered learning and team problem solving. 
• Involvement in professional organizations 
• Ability to assist with university and professional service activities, including national and international outreach to, and collaboration with other academic institutions. 

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL: 

This position generally does not supervise employees. 

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. 

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume, transcripts, and 3 professional references with contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.