"Department Chair and Assistant/Associate Professor, Exercise Physiolog"

Job Details

Job Location

Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA

Position Type

Faculty

Job Shift

Full time

Description

Department Chair and Assistant/Associate Professor, Exercise Physiology

The Exercise Physiology Department at the University of Lynchburg invites applications for a full-time position in Exercise Physiology as a Department Chair and Assistant/Associate Professor in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences for AY 2024-2025. We seek an individual with exceptional potential as a leader, teacher, and scholar who can contribute to our undergraduate program and complement existing departmental strengths. The Exercise Physiology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and is recognized by the NSCA Education Recognition Program. For more information about the Exercise Physiology program, visit our website at https://www.lynchburg.edu/academics/majors-and-minors/exercise-physiology/.

The University of Lynchburg is a private, regional liberal arts university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia. We offer students a chance to interact with their professors in a traditional classroom setting as well as through experiential learning. We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg’s efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered experience; develops the breadth of knowledge associated with a liberal arts education; respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion; and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

Specific Job Duties: 

• Assure achievement of the program’s goals and outcomes
• Be responsible for all aspects of the program, including the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development and general effectiveness of the program
• Provide supervision, administration and coordination of the instructional staff in the academic and clinical phases of the educational program
• Teach undergraduate courses in the Exercise Physiology program
• Oversee and organize recruitment and retention efforts. 
• Active involvement in scholarship and service to the University 
• Apply best practices to facilitate teaching and learning processes and principles with a commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Document student learning, interpret outcomes, and record grades.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate student, instructor, course, and program documentation.
• Establish and maintain professional and ethical boundaries with students, co-workers, and others in all learning environments.

Benefits:

• Generous sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.

Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.

Teaching Load:

• The normal teaching load is 9-12 credit hours per semester

Salary: Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk 

Work Remotely:

• No

Candidates may show interest in this position by submitting to the Human Resources Jobs Page the following:

• A completed application
• A cover letter to include your Teaching Philosophy with a statement on your approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted; however, official transcripts are required upon an offer and acceptance of position)
• Names and contact information for three professional references
• Note: Multiple documents may be uploaded to either the CV or Cover Letter button. Questions can be directed to Dr. Debbie Bradney, Associate Dean, Exercise Physiology Search Committee at bradney@lynchburg.edu.

Review of applications and materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The selected candidate must successfully complete a background check that is satisfactory to the University.

The University of Lynchburg is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from persons of color, women, Indigenous/aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University of Lynchburg community.

The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Education: 

• A terminal degree PhD or EdD from an accredited college or university in one of the following areas - Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Human Performance, Sports or Movement Science
• Work-related experience in the Exercise Sciences
• Evidence of leadership including curriculum development and teaching pedagogy 
• Experience in undergraduate teaching  
• Demonstrates cultural competency, and sensitivity to diverse, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of students, faculty, and staff

Preferred qualifications of the candidate include:

• Prior experience as a Department Chair
• Prior experience in Exercise Physiology 
• Evidence of experience with accrediting agencies
• ACSM-EP or NSCA-CSCS certification