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Assistant Professor, tenure track. We are seeking applicants with research and teaching expertise in Physical Activity and Health.
Qualifications: We seek applicants whose specialization is aligned with the interaction of physical activity and health, the effect of physical activity on human health, use of physical activity in the prevention of hypokinetic diseases and/or factors that affect participation in physical activity. Specialties may include exercise psychology, epidemiology, exercise neuroscience, biomechanics and basic and applied exercise physiology. These specialties may apply at any point across the lifespan (e.g. pediatric, adults, and elderly).
Required: Ph.D. in Kinesiology or closely related field. Evidence of potential in grant scholarship and external funding; strong publication record, and evidence of innovative research. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and work place collegiality and a history of success. Must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time appointment begins, and be able to continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
Desired: University teaching experience, particularly in exercise prescription; active participation in pertinent professional organizations; relevant practical/clinical experience and certifications.
Responsibilities: Establish a successful research program leading to publications in premier refereed journals, presentations in national and international venues, and extramural funding; teach graduate and undergraduate classes in exercise science, particularly the physical activity and health major; participate in curriculum development; recruit, advise, and train students in the M.Ed., M.S., and Ph.D. degree plans, including supervision of graduate research; perform Department, College, University, community, and professional service.
Starting Date: no sooner than August 16, 2013.
Application Deadline: October 31, 2012 for full consideration.
University: Auburn University (AU) is ranked in the top fifty public universities (U.S. News & World Report) and the Department of Kinesiology doctoral program is ranked in the top twenty-five (AAKPE Ranking of Doctoral Programs, 2005). The mission of the Kinesiology program at Auburn University is to promote the creation and application of knowledge about physical activity and performance, create and implement an invigorating learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students, and improve the health and wellness of society through research, outreach, and teaching.
Academic programs at AU enroll approximately 21,000 undergraduate students and 3,400 graduate students. Detailed information may be obtained by visiting the Web site. The Department of Kinesiology will be moving into a new building as sole occupant in Spring 2013. AU also has a new MRI Research Center that contains a Siemens Verio open-bore 3T scanner for clinical and research use, and one of the first actively-shielded whole-body 7T MRI scanners in the US for research use. Kinesiology’s new Health and Performance Optimization Center, housed in the new MRI facility, will have its grand opening Fall 2012. AU is centrally located in the southeastern United States in Auburn, AL, a city with a population of about 56,000. Auburn’s size offers numerous advantages to its residents and is a quintessential college town with attractive demographic makeup and geographic location. Excellent recreational and cultural opportunities are available.
Salary: Assistant Professor level, competitive and commensurate with experience; excellent health benefits and retirement package.
Application: Review of applications will begin October 31, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Submit a letter of application addressing the required and desired qualifications as stated in this position announcement, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three individuals who will be sending letters of recommendation to support the application. Specifically address how your research and teaching interests address physical activity and health, as well as how these interests align with those of the department. Submit final copies via e-mail to:
Dr. Danielle D. Wadsworth, Chair
Search Committee
Physical Activity and Health
Department of Kinesiology
2050 Beard-Eaves Memorial Coliseum
Auburn University, Alabama 36849-5323
Phone: (334)-844-1836
Fax: (334)-844-1467
E-mail: wadswdd@auburn.edu
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AA/EOE.
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Qualifications: We seek applicants whose specialization is aligned with the interaction of physical activity and health, the effect of physical activity on human health, use of physical activity in the prevention of hypokinetic diseases and/or factors that affect participation in physical activity. Specialties may include exercise psychology, epidemiology, exercise neuroscience, biomechanics and basic and applied exercise physiology. These specialties may apply at any point across the lifespan (e.g. pediatric, adults, and elderly).
Required: Ph.D. in Kinesiology or closely related field. Evidence of potential in grant scholarship and external funding; strong publication record, and evidence of innovative research. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and work place collegiality and a history of success. Must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time appointment begins, and be able to continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
Desired: University teaching experience, particularly in exercise prescription; active participation in pertinent professional organizations; relevant practical/clinical experience and certifications.
Responsibilities: Establish a successful research program leading to publications in premier refereed journals, presentations in national and international venues, and extramural funding; teach graduate and undergraduate classes in exercise science, particularly the physical activity and health major; participate in curriculum development; recruit, advise, and train students in the M.Ed., M.S., and Ph.D. degree plans, including supervision of graduate research; perform Department, College, University, community, and professional service.
Starting Date: no sooner than August 16, 2013.
Application Deadline: October 31, 2012 for full consideration.
University: Auburn University (AU) is ranked in the top fifty public universities (U.S. News & World Report) and the Department of Kinesiology doctoral program is ranked in the top twenty-five (AAKPE Ranking of Doctoral Programs, 2005). The mission of the Kinesiology program at Auburn University is to promote the creation and application of knowledge about physical activity and performance, create and implement an invigorating learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students, and improve the health and wellness of society through research, outreach, and teaching.
Academic programs at AU enroll approximately 21,000 undergraduate students and 3,400 graduate students. Detailed information may be obtained by visiting the Web site. The Department of Kinesiology will be moving into a new building as sole occupant in Spring 2013. AU also has a new MRI Research Center that contains a Siemens Verio open-bore 3T scanner for clinical and research use, and one of the first actively-shielded whole-body 7T MRI scanners in the US for research use. Kinesiology’s new Health and Performance Optimization Center, housed in the new MRI facility, will have its grand opening Fall 2012. AU is centrally located in the southeastern United States in Auburn, AL, a city with a population of about 56,000. Auburn’s size offers numerous advantages to its residents and is a quintessential college town with attractive demographic makeup and geographic location. Excellent recreational and cultural opportunities are available.
Salary: Assistant Professor level, competitive and commensurate with experience; excellent health benefits and retirement package.
Application: Review of applications will begin October 31, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Submit a letter of application addressing the required and desired qualifications as stated in this position announcement, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three individuals who will be sending letters of recommendation to support the application. Specifically address how your research and teaching interests address physical activity and health, as well as how these interests align with those of the department. Submit final copies via e-mail to:
Dr. Danielle D. Wadsworth, Chair
Search Committee
Physical Activity and Health
Department of Kinesiology
2050 Beard-Eaves Memorial Coliseum
Auburn University, Alabama 36849-5323
Phone: (334)-844-1836
Fax: (334)-844-1467
E-mail: wadswdd@auburn.edu
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AA/EOE.
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.