Visiting Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sport Science

Visiting Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sport Science

Posting Number: FAC00052PO26

Advertised Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Tenure Information: Professional Track

Advertised Job Summary:

Faculty position to teach on the Spartanburg and/or Greenville campus.

The College of Education, Human Performance and Health seeks a one academic year (9-month) term visiting assistant professor for the Exercise and Sport Science program. The successful candidate will teach courses focused on exercise and sport science related fields, which may include lecture and lab sections of exercise physiology, strength training and conditioning, fitness assessment and prescription, and/or biomechanics. Competitive candidates will have a strong academic background in exercise science, teaching experience, prioritization of student success and learning, as well as commitment to working collegially with all faculty and stakeholders. Candidates with experience working in exercise science laboratories, including metabolic, body composition, and performance testing, are encouraged to apply.

https://uscupstate.edu/academics/college-of-education-human-performance-and-health/

Required Education and Experience:
Doctoral degree or ABD in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field. Demonstrated ability to teach a range of exercise and sport science courses is required. A successful background check is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
ACSM-EP and/or NSCA-CSCS certifications are preferred. Candidates with an emerging research agenda with presentations and/or publications focused on exercise and sport science are encouraged to apply. Experience working in exercise science laboratories, including metabolic, body composition, and/or performing testing, is also highly preferred.

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:
To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and attach any materials that are marked as required. Should the applicant be invited to interview, additional materials may be requested by the department. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. If selected, official transcripts will be required before the hire date, as well as the successful completion of a background check. Some positions will also require mandatory drug screenings.

Dr. Matthew Brisebois, Search Committee Chair
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Phone: 864-503-5866
Email: BRISEBOM@USCUPSTATE.EDU

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204464