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POSITION: Assistant Professor (Biomechanics). This is a nine-month tenure-track position in the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies beginning August 1, 2014.
Biomechanics is housed in the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies, in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. A doctoral program is offered in Kinesiology and Sport Studies, and master’s and undergraduate programs are offered in Kinesiology. The department also offers master’s and undergraduate programs in Recreation & Sport Management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned doctorate in biomechanics or related discipline
- Record of research in biomechanics
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-doctoral research experience
- University teaching experience
- Evidence of extramural support for research
- Demonstrated commitment to professional organizations
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish independent, externally funded research program, and publish in refereed journals
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biomechanics, applied anatomy, and other related areas (e.g., biomechanics of musculoskeletal injury)
- Advise students and direct graduate students’ projects, theses, and dissertations
- Provide professional, university, and community service
SALARY: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants must submit a letter of application addressing the required and desired qualifications as stated in the position announcement, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Sarah Bicknell (sbicknel@utk.edu). Electronic submissions are encouraged. For questions regarding the position contact:
Dr. Songning Zhang, Chair of Biomechanics Search Committee
Dept. of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies
The University of Tennessee
1914 Andy Holt Avenue, 340 HPER Bldg.
Knoxville, TN 37996-2700
865-974-4716 (office) or szhang@utk.edu
University
Designated a Carnegie doctoral/research extensive university, UTK is the oldest, largest and most comprehensive institution of higher education in Tennessee. Academic programs on the Knoxville campus enroll approximately 21,000 undergraduate students and 6,000 graduate students. Detailed information about the University of Tennessee may be obtained by visiting the Web site: http://www.utk.edu.
EEO/AA Statement/ Non-Discrimination Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
Biomechanics is housed in the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies, in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. A doctoral program is offered in Kinesiology and Sport Studies, and master’s and undergraduate programs are offered in Kinesiology. The department also offers master’s and undergraduate programs in Recreation & Sport Management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned doctorate in biomechanics or related discipline
- Record of research in biomechanics
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-doctoral research experience
- University teaching experience
- Evidence of extramural support for research
- Demonstrated commitment to professional organizations
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish independent, externally funded research program, and publish in refereed journals
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biomechanics, applied anatomy, and other related areas (e.g., biomechanics of musculoskeletal injury)
- Advise students and direct graduate students’ projects, theses, and dissertations
- Provide professional, university, and community service
SALARY: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants must submit a letter of application addressing the required and desired qualifications as stated in the position announcement, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Sarah Bicknell (sbicknel@utk.edu). Electronic submissions are encouraged. For questions regarding the position contact:
Dr. Songning Zhang, Chair of Biomechanics Search Committee
Dept. of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies
The University of Tennessee
1914 Andy Holt Avenue, 340 HPER Bldg.
Knoxville, TN 37996-2700
865-974-4716 (office) or szhang@utk.edu
University
Designated a Carnegie doctoral/research extensive university, UTK is the oldest, largest and most comprehensive institution of higher education in Tennessee. Academic programs on the Knoxville campus enroll approximately 21,000 undergraduate students and 6,000 graduate students. Detailed information about the University of Tennessee may be obtained by visiting the Web site: http://www.utk.edu.
EEO/AA Statement/ Non-Discrimination Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.