Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Kinesiology - Exercise Science

Working Title: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Kinesiology - Exercise Science

State Role Title: N/A

Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Faculty

Position Status: Full-Time

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 100051 - Kinesiology Department

Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience

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Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 11/30/2024

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General Information:

The Department of Kinesiology in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) at James Madison University (JMU) invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2025. We seek a colleague who will be a dedicated teacher, active scholar, and effective mentor for students with diverse backgrounds, preparation, and career goals in Exercise Science. The successful candidate will join a strong and engaged faculty committed to inclusive excellence at one of the nation's outstanding public universities. Kinesiology faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Our college actively engages in practices that promote an inclusive learning environment and foster a sense of belonging and student success, where colleagues can thrive in teaching, research, and service. The Department is housed within CHBS, which is a vibrant and collaborative college home to 8 academic units and numerous Academic Institutes and Centers, including the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services, Morrison Bruce Center, and Empowerment3.

CHBS is working to identify and dismantle oppressive racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes while advancing inclusive excellence and promoting a culture in which every member can flourish. We promote access, inclusion, and diversity for all students, faculty, staff constituents, and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The University is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Consider joining us in achieving our goal of continuing to grow as a diverse college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will:
* Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in our Exercise Science curriculum, with a particular emphasis in courses in one or more of the following areas: undergraduate and /or graduate exercise testing and prescription
(https://www.jmu.edu/chbs/kinesiology/index.shtml; see Academic Programs).
* Contribute to JMU's General Education program by teaching courses in Lifetime Fitness and Wellness (KIN 100); https://www.jmu.edu/chbs/kinesiology/kin100.shtml)
* Participate in an active research agenda that engages graduate/undergraduate students in scholarship through the Department's Human Performance Laboratory (https://www.jmu.edu/chbs/kinesiology/facilities.shtml)
* Participate in service at the departmental, college, and university levels

Qualifications:

Required:
* Terminal degree (earned by the start date) from an accredited college/university in kinesiology, exercise science or a related field
* Knowledge and expertise to teach courses in the areas of Lifetime Fitness and Wellness, undergraduate and/or graduate exercise testing and prescription, as well as other content areas within the exercise science curriculum
* Demonstrated potential to teach, conduct research and engage in scholarly and creative activities, mentor graduate teaching assistants
* Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence

Preferred:
* University teaching experience
* Experience teaching early career students in a general education setting and large lecture classes
* Background and experience related to professional practice (e.g. experience in fitness, wellness, clinical, strength and conditioning, and/or research settings)
* A nationally recognized fitness or coaching certification (e.g. NSCA-CSCS, ACSM certification, RYT, etc.)

Additional Posting Information:

To apply, candidates should go to jobs.jmu.edu, and provide the following materials online:

1) Completed faculty profile.
2) Cover letter describing their interest in the position, and how they meet the required and preferred qualifications for the position.
- The candidate should integrate a statement of inclusionary practices in their letter (i.e. examples of past or current efforts related to inclusionary practices in student engagement and teaching, research, and/or mentoring; how you have worked to promote inclusive excellence in your previous positions; and how your experience and knowledge will contribute to a culture of belonging in the Department of Kinesiology).
3) Curriculum vitae.
4) Unofficial copy of transcripts for your highest degree.
5) Names and contact information for three professional references.

Inquiries may be made to Dr. Mike Saunders, Search Committee Chair, Department of Kinesiology, 261 Bluestone Dr., MSC 2302, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807, email saundemj@jmu.edu or phone 540-568-8121.

JMU's Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

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