"Temporary Faculty Health Sciences and Kinesiology - Exercise Science"

Job Summary

The Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology is now accepting applications for a pool of part time instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Part Time Instructor in Exercise Science requires the individual to teach no more than two courses that may include Fitness Evaluation and Exercise Prescription.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology, by May 15, 2026.
• Credentials to teach exercise physiology, structural kinesiology, fitness evaluation, research methods, and/or exercise prescription including laboratory experiences
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Ability and/or willingness to learn to teach in an online environment
• Ability to contribute to a positive work environment in the Department, College, and University
• Technological literacy and a commitment to integrate technology into teaching

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of full-time college/university teaching in exercise science or closely related field

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Interim Department Chair Dr. Keri Mans, Interim Chair of Health Sciences and Kinesiology
kmans@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-344-3245

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology is a dynamic and growing unit of over 50 faculty and staff serving over 2,000 majors enrolled in a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. This position will fill teaching needs within the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Program.

Location

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458