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The Department of Health Promotion and Human Performance at Weber State University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, OR a 9-month Instructor position in the Exercise and Sport Science program. Instructor positions are renewable annually by separate contract at the sole discretion of the university. Either position may begin as early as July 2017. In your cover letter, please indicate if you are applying for the Assistant Professor position or the Instructor position.
If applying for the position at the rank of Assistant Professor:
The successful Assistant Professor applicant will be expected to: (a) teach a 12-credit hour load each during the Fall and Spring semesters to undergraduate students. Courses to be taught may include structural kinesiology and biomechanics lecture and lab, measurement and statistics in exercise science, and other exercise science, physical education, or athletic training courses housed in the college. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching; (b) initiate and maintain a scholarly agenda; (c) be active in service to the institution, community, and/or his or her profession; and (d) work collegially as a member of the Health Promotion and Human Performance faculty team.
If applying for the position at the rank of Instructor:
The successful Instructor applicant will be expected to teach up to 15-credit hour load during both the Fall and Spring semesters to undergraduate students. Courses to be taught may include structural kinesiology and biomechanics lecture and lab, measurement and statistics in exercise science, and other exercise science or physical education courses housed in the college. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Transition to a tenure-track position is possible upon completion of PhD in Kinesiology, Biomechanics or other closely related field by August 2018.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requirements for Assistant Professor: Doctorate degree in Kinesiology, Biomechanics or other closely related field required, A.B.D. will be considered if degree completed by August 2017.
Requirements for Assistant Professor: Successful experience teaching kinesiology, exercise science or closely related content in a college/university setting.
Preferred Qualifications Assistant Professor:
- Successful experience teaching kinesiology, biomechanics lecture and lab, and measurement and statistics in exercise science in a college/university setting
- Recent record of scholarly achievement and desire to continue scholarly activities
- Evidence of service to the community or college/university
- Computer literacy, teaching with technology, and competency related to biomechanics laboratory activities and assessments
- Experience with 3D motion capture, force plates and electromyography systems
- Evidence of activity in professional organizations
Preferred Qualifications Instructor:
- Evidence of progress to PhD in kinesiology, biomechanics or other closely related field
- Successful experience teaching kinesiology, biomechanics lecture and lab, and measurement and statistics in exercise science in a college/university setting
- Recent record of scholarly achievement and desire to continue scholarly activities
- Evidence of service to the community or college/university
- Computer literacy, teaching with technology, and competency related to biomechanics laboratory activities and assessments
- Experience with 3D motion capture, force plates and electromyography systems
- Evidence of activity in professional organizations
Notes/Instructions to Applications:
Instructor positions are renewable annually by separate contract at the sole discretion of the university.
To apply, please go to http://jobs.weber.edu and complete the online faculty/staff data form and attach Resume/CV, cover letter, names and contact information for three professional references, and legible academic transcripts. An example of scholarly activity and statement of teaching philosophy can be attached as optional applicant documents.
Screening of applications will begin April 30, 2017. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The university provides excellent TIAA/CREF retirement and medical benefits.
Location:
Weber State University
Health Promotion & Human Performance
1435 Village Drive, Dept. 2801
Ogden, UT 84408-2801
Contact:
Matthew Donahue PhD ATC
Search Committee Chair
c/o Human Resources
Weber State University
3850 Dixon Parkway, Dept. 1016
Ogden, UT 84408-1016
matthewdonahue@weber.edu
801-626-7389
Employer Information:
Weber State University is a comprehensive university founded in 1889. The University provides lifelong learning opportunities for a diverse spectrum of learners on the main campus in Ogden, at a campus in neighboring Davis County, through Internet-based WSU Online, and outreach efforts throughout the Intermountain West. Over 24,000 students are enrolled in associate, baccalaureate, and master's degrees in business, education, health professions, technology, and the liberal arts and sciences. The university is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City on the western slopes of the Wasatch Mountains. The area offers extensive cultural, educational, and year-round outdoor recreation experiences.
WSU is committed to excellence in the employment of faculty and staff. The University is an equal employment opportunity employer providing opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or marital status. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women and minorities.
Additional information about employment, benefits, and salaries at WSU is available at http://weber.edu/hr
If applying for the position at the rank of Assistant Professor:
The successful Assistant Professor applicant will be expected to: (a) teach a 12-credit hour load each during the Fall and Spring semesters to undergraduate students. Courses to be taught may include structural kinesiology and biomechanics lecture and lab, measurement and statistics in exercise science, and other exercise science, physical education, or athletic training courses housed in the college. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching; (b) initiate and maintain a scholarly agenda; (c) be active in service to the institution, community, and/or his or her profession; and (d) work collegially as a member of the Health Promotion and Human Performance faculty team.
If applying for the position at the rank of Instructor:
The successful Instructor applicant will be expected to teach up to 15-credit hour load during both the Fall and Spring semesters to undergraduate students. Courses to be taught may include structural kinesiology and biomechanics lecture and lab, measurement and statistics in exercise science, and other exercise science or physical education courses housed in the college. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Transition to a tenure-track position is possible upon completion of PhD in Kinesiology, Biomechanics or other closely related field by August 2018.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requirements for Assistant Professor: Doctorate degree in Kinesiology, Biomechanics or other closely related field required, A.B.D. will be considered if degree completed by August 2017.
Requirements for Assistant Professor: Successful experience teaching kinesiology, exercise science or closely related content in a college/university setting.
Preferred Qualifications Assistant Professor:
- Successful experience teaching kinesiology, biomechanics lecture and lab, and measurement and statistics in exercise science in a college/university setting
- Recent record of scholarly achievement and desire to continue scholarly activities
- Evidence of service to the community or college/university
- Computer literacy, teaching with technology, and competency related to biomechanics laboratory activities and assessments
- Experience with 3D motion capture, force plates and electromyography systems
- Evidence of activity in professional organizations
Preferred Qualifications Instructor:
- Evidence of progress to PhD in kinesiology, biomechanics or other closely related field
- Successful experience teaching kinesiology, biomechanics lecture and lab, and measurement and statistics in exercise science in a college/university setting
- Recent record of scholarly achievement and desire to continue scholarly activities
- Evidence of service to the community or college/university
- Computer literacy, teaching with technology, and competency related to biomechanics laboratory activities and assessments
- Experience with 3D motion capture, force plates and electromyography systems
- Evidence of activity in professional organizations
Notes/Instructions to Applications:
Instructor positions are renewable annually by separate contract at the sole discretion of the university.
To apply, please go to http://jobs.weber.edu and complete the online faculty/staff data form and attach Resume/CV, cover letter, names and contact information for three professional references, and legible academic transcripts. An example of scholarly activity and statement of teaching philosophy can be attached as optional applicant documents.
Screening of applications will begin April 30, 2017. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The university provides excellent TIAA/CREF retirement and medical benefits.
Location:
Weber State University
Health Promotion & Human Performance
1435 Village Drive, Dept. 2801
Ogden, UT 84408-2801
Contact:
Matthew Donahue PhD ATC
Search Committee Chair
c/o Human Resources
Weber State University
3850 Dixon Parkway, Dept. 1016
Ogden, UT 84408-1016
matthewdonahue@weber.edu
801-626-7389
Employer Information:
Weber State University is a comprehensive university founded in 1889. The University provides lifelong learning opportunities for a diverse spectrum of learners on the main campus in Ogden, at a campus in neighboring Davis County, through Internet-based WSU Online, and outreach efforts throughout the Intermountain West. Over 24,000 students are enrolled in associate, baccalaureate, and master's degrees in business, education, health professions, technology, and the liberal arts and sciences. The university is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City on the western slopes of the Wasatch Mountains. The area offers extensive cultural, educational, and year-round outdoor recreation experiences.
WSU is committed to excellence in the employment of faculty and staff. The University is an equal employment opportunity employer providing opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or marital status. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women and minorities.
Additional information about employment, benefits, and salaries at WSU is available at http://weber.edu/hr