"Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Kinesiology (Full Time)"

Faculty Position: Kinesiology

Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Full Time)

POSITION SUMMARY

The department of Kinesiology at The King’s University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track appointment in Kinesiology, beginning August 1st, 2026. The King’s University is launching a new four-year Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin) program and will be accepting first-year Kinesiology students in Fall 2026/27. The Kinesiology program will be housed in the new Centre for Excellence in the Sciences building, which is currently under construction and will include purpose-built Kinesiology teaching and research laboratories.

SPECIFICATIONS

The ideal candidates will bring with them a dedication to excellence in teaching, with an ability to teach a variety of courses in Kinesiology including Psychology of Sport and Exercise, Socio-Cultural Aspects of Sport, Motor Control Learning, Growth and Development, and Physical Activity for Health Promotion. Ideal candidates will be excited to help us launch the BKin program by developing new courses to support the program. The successful candidate will have an innovative and active program of scholarship with the ability to incorporate senior undergraduate students into their research projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching of 6 courses or equivalent per year in undergraduate programming
• Engagement in an on-going scholarly research program
• Engagement in on-going service to the Kinesiology department, the Faculty of Natural Science, the greater University community, and external stakeholders
• Creating connections and developing relationships with students through advising, research supervision, and mentoring
• Building connections with other Kinesiology departments in the province.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a growing and evolving ability to articulate the connection between Kinesiology and the Christian faith. This work will contribute, directly or indirectly, to the renewal and reconciliation of all things, as expressed in the mission of The King’s University. Together with the members of the Faculty of Natural Science, and all at King’s, we seek to build a more humane, just, and sustainable world through our academic work.

The successful candidate is required to hold a Ph.D. in Kinesiology with a specialization in the psychological and/or sociological aspects of exercise and sport, or closely related field. Candidates who are close to Ph.D. completion may be considered; however, the appointment will be contingent upon the completion of the Ph.D. by an agreed-upon date.

The King's University is a Christian liberal arts university offering a four-year Bachelor of Kinesiology degree, a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Music, a Bachelor of Science, and a two-year after-degree Bachelor of Education (Elementary and Secondary) accredited by the province of Alberta. The University is a member of Universities Canada and of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Faculty members at The King's University are eligible for and are currently receiving Tri-Council funding. The faculty at The King's University are recognized for involving undergraduate students in their scholarship, with faculty members having obtained external funding.

A condition of employment is assent to the University’s Christian Statement of Faith found at: https://www.kingsu.ca/about-us/careers

The King’s University follows a standardized salary grid. The salary range for an Assistant Professor position is $73,496 - $92,372/yr, and $86,789 - $109,081 for an Associate professor position. A comprehensive benefit package, pension, and generous vacation and time off are provided.

Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Apply by submitting a resume and cover letter through our online portal at kingsu.ca/about-us/careers.

Human Resources
The King’s University
9125-50 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T6B 2H3
E-mail: humanresources@kingsu.ca.

Visit our web site at www.kingsu.ca.

We appreciate all applicants for considering The King's University as a potential employer, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

The King's University respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including members of visible minorities, Indigenous, First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.