Assistant Professor, Exercise Science - Beaumont, United States - Lamar University

Description

Position Information Posting Number Classification Title Position Title Assistant Professor, Exercise Science FTE 1.0 FLSA Salary Commensurate Job Summary/Basic Function About This Role:

Teaching and course development for undergraduate and graduate courses in both face to face and online delivery. Advising undergraduate and graduate students. Maintains office hours. Mentoring student research at the undergraduate and graduate level. Serves on committees at the department, college, and university level. Serves on hiring committees. Attends graduations. Participates in departmental recruitment efforts. Maintains professional certifications. Assists with departmental accreditation efforts. Maintains active research agenda and seeks sources of internal and external funding.
Position Duties:

Teaching 40%.

Research/grant writing 30%.

Service 20%.

Advising 10%.

Key Competencies:

Exercise testing and prescription, ECG recognition, Strength & Conditioning program planning.

Job Conditions:

Office, Classrooms, Laboratory

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. Benefits:

At Lamar University one of the ways we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

Health, dental & vision insurance.

Life insurance.

State of Texas Retirement plans.

Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.

Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

Candidates should have an earned doctorate in: Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or closely related field and appropriate certifications.

The faculty member must have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship. Preference will be given to those applicants who have: prior teaching experience at the college level using both face-to-face traditional and online course delivery preferred; a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and evidence of scholarly activity as exemplified by published manuscripts and external funding is preferred; practical experience in exercise testing, biochemical analysis, and exercise programming; experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate level student research; experience with student recruitment at the undergraduate and graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience) Certifications:

ACSM-EP, ACSM-CEP and/or NSCA-CSCS.

Certification Required Key Competencies Physical Requirements Work Hours Job Conditions