Assistant/Associate Professor of Biomechanics - Central Washington University

[Bryan Contreras]

Institution: Central Washington University
Location: Ellensburg, WA
Category: Faculty - Tenure Track
Title/Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor
Specialization Area: Biomechanics
Department: Nutrition, Exercise, and Health Sciences
Appointment: Full-Time

Essential Functions:
The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

• Teach undergraduate/ graduate courses including, but not limited to: Sport and Clinical Biomechanics, Human Anatomy, Principles of Resistance Exercise
• Oversee/ instruct laboratory sessions in biomechanics, cadaver anatomy, and principles of resistance exercise
• Develop multiple undergraduate and graduate courses in biomechanics
• Play an integral role in a new instructional/ laboratory facility design
• Advise undergraduate majors in Exercise Science and Clinical Physiology
• Advise and mentor graduate students
• Participate in University/College/Department/Professional committees
• Engage in university, departmental and community service
• Participate in curriculum and program development
• Engage in research and scholarly activities
• Participate in writing and procurement of grants

Required Qualifications: Candidate must have an earned doctorate in a relevant cognate area that encompasses biomechanics, physical therapy, exercise/movement science or kinesiology (Ph.D., DPT). (ABD will be considered).

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have a record of conducting research, a record of successful publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or presentations at professional meetings, and a record of prior instructional experience. Professional certifications in relevant area(s) (Example: NSCA-CSCS, AT-C,) preferred.

Position number: P000928
Posting Date: May 1, 2012
Screening Date: Screening will begin May 18, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.
Anticipated Start Date: September 16, 2012
Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience.

Applicant Information: The Department of Nutrition, Exercise, and Health Sciences offers Bachelor of Science degrees in several areas including Clinical Physiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition, and Paramedicine as well as minors in Nutrition, Athletic Training, and Exercise Science. In addition, NEHS offers a M.S. in Exercise Science and a M.S. in Nutrition. CWU is on a quarterly system with the academic year beginning September 16 and completing June 15. The opportunity may exist for teaching select classes in a “self-support” summer session. NEHS is in the pre-design phase for a new Health Sciences facility encompassing instructional and research laboratories and state of the art classrooms. Faculty have significant input in this process. Central Washington University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance. For additional information about NEHS, please visit http://www.cwu.edu/health-science.

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application (https://jobs.cwu.edu/postings/572) and attach:

• A detailed letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience:
  1. meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and
  2. demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities described by the posting;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• Names and contact information for three references; and
• Transcripts of the highest degree held.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Tim Burnham, Search Committee Chair at tim.burnham@cwu.edu.

Please contact Human Resources at AskHR@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application.