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  • Tenured/Tenure Track (Open Rank) Faculty Positions in Kinesiology at George Mason University

    George Mason University, Virginia’s largest public university, invites applications for an open rank tenured/tenure-track faculty position in the College of Education and Human Development’s School of Kinesiology (https://kinesiology.gmu.edu). Mason, a Carnegie Research I institution conveniently located near federal funding agencies in the National Capital Region, is an innovative, entrepreneurial, culturally diverse university focused on research of consequence and impactful teaching and service. The School of Kinesiology offers accredited degree programs in Kinesiology (B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. concentration) and Athletic Training (M.S.), with approximately 450 undergraduate and graduate students. School of Kinesiology faculty are known for collaborative research, innovative teaching practices, and community outreach that engage students and support the local community.

    This is an open-rank search for which we seek applicants at all levels, including mid-career and senior scholars. We are particularly interested in candidates focused on injury or disease prevention and human performance, and whose work aligns with the mission and ongoing research in the School of Kinesiology and the Sports Medicine Assessment, Research & Testing (SMART) Laboratory.

    Essential responsibilities include dissemination of research in peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations, acquiring external funding to support research agenda and doctoral students, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in area(s) of expertise and needs of the academic programs, mentoring student research, and engaging in school, college, university, and professional service activities.


    Required Qualifications:
    • Earned doctorate in Kinesiology or related field.
    • A clearly defined research agenda with potential for or evidence of securing external funding in areas such as biomechanics, biostatistics, neuromechanics, concussion, musculoskeletal injury prevention, wearables, and exercise physiology.
    • A record of peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations commensurate with experience.
    • Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
    • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Record of successful external grant submissions.
    • Evidence of supervision of student research projects, theses and/or dissertations.
    • Record of professional involvement in national and international professional associations.
    • Evidence of effective teaching at the graduate level.
    • Ability to provide instruction in areas such as biomechanics, neuromechanics, grant writing, instrumentation, statistics and research methods.

    Applicants should submit a current CV, a cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in the position, a concise research statement highlighting accomplishments and goals, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of at least three references with contact information. George Mason University, Virginia’s largest public university, invites applications for an open rank tenured/tenure-track faculty position in the College of Education and Human Development’s School of Kinesiology (https://kinesiology.gmu.edu). Mason, a Carnegie Research I institution conveniently located near federal funding agencies in the National Capital Region, is an innovative, entrepreneurial, culturally diverse university focused on research of consequence and impactful teaching and service. The School of Kinesiology offers accredited degree programs in Kinesiology (B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. concentration) and Athletic Training (M.S.), with approximately 450 undergraduate and graduate students. School of Kinesiology faculty are known for collaborative research, innovative teaching practices, and community outreach that engage students and support the local community.

    This is an open-rank search for which we seek applicants at all levels, including mid-career and senior scholars. We are particularly interested in candidates focused on injury or disease prevention and human performance, and whose work aligns with the mission and ongoing research in the School of Kinesiology and the Sports Medicine Assessment, Research & Testing (SMART) Laboratory.

    Essential responsibilities include dissemination of research in peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations, acquiring external funding to support research agenda and doctoral students, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in area(s) of expertise and needs of the academic programs, mentoring student research, and engaging in school, college, university, and professional service activities.


    Required Qualifications:
    • Earned doctorate in Kinesiology or related field.
    • A clearly defined research agenda with potential for or evidence of securing external funding in areas such as biomechanics, biostatistics, neuromechanics, concussion, musculoskeletal injury prevention, wearables, and exercise physiology.
    • A record of peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations commensurate with experience.
    • Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
    • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Record of successful external grant submissions.
    • Evidence of supervision of student research projects, theses and/or dissertations.
    • Record of professional involvement in national and international professional associations.
    • Evidence of effective teaching at the graduate level.
    • Ability to provide instruction in areas such as biomechanics, neuromechanics, grant writing, instrumentation, statistics and research methods.

    Applicants should submit a current CV, a cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in the position, a concise research statement highlighting accomplishments and goals, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of at least three references with contact information. For additional information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/53180

    For full consideration, apply by March 7, 2022.
    Last edited by Oladipo Eddo; February 28, 2022, 11:06 AM.
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