Assistant Professor, Health and Exercise Science (Tenure Track)

University of the Pacific, United States

Updated: 2 months ago

Location: Stockton, MISSOURI

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information

Title	Assistant Professor, Health and Exercise Science (Tenure Track)
Campus	Stockton
Department	Department of Health & Exercise Sciences
Posting Number	F00808
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	08/24/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The University of the Pacific, Department of Health and Exercise Science seeks applicants to fill two (2) full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor positions in Exercise Science scheduled to begin Fall semester of 2024. The successful candidates are expected to teach and conduct original research in their area of expertise, assist in program development, and engage in professional, departmental, and university activities. Main responsibilities: Teach courses in exercise physiology, wellness, nutrition and metabolism and other areas according to candidate expertise, and also participate in the university wide general education program. Standard teaching load is five courses per year. Members of the faculty are expected to teach in the University wide general education program, including the CORE Seminars, and contribute to the interdisciplinary nature of departmental curriculum. In addition to teaching a range of courses within Health and Exercise Sciences, the successful candidate will teach in the College’s first-year seminar program, develop general education courses with broad appeal, and collaborate on student-centered scholarly activity. Successful applicants should demonstrate capability to engage in research, and willingness to supervise undergraduate and graduate research. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of successful teaching at the college level, demonstrated ability to successfully teach a diverse student body; and/or who have a demonstrated ability to infuse diversity into their teaching, an active research agenda, a record of scholarly publication, and participation in professional organizations. The College of the Pacific is hiring across multiple fields and seeks to bring in a cohort of new faculty to build upon and elevate our existing interdisciplinary focus areas: Environment and sustainability; Law and policy; Physical and mental health and wellness; Communications, art and design. The successful candidate in Health and Exercise Sciences will be able to collaborate with colleagues to further develop student-centered programs in one or more of those interdisciplinary areas. Our faculty are dedicated teachers, mentors and advisors who value collaboration and who develop innovative pedagogies to enhance student learning in addition to engaging actively in scholarship and service. We are excited to welcome new colleagues who are eager to be part of our vibrant academic community and to contribute to the College’s growth and development. The College is conducting searches for tenure-track assistant professors in Biological Sciences; Communication. Health and Exercise Sciences; Media X (multimedia design and production); Psychology; and Sociology. We seek to bring in a strong cohort of dynamic colleagues to join our current faculty in building on our existing strengths and developing programs, curricula and learning experiences that prepare our students for success. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Earned Doctorate in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences, Kinesiology or related field relevant to required area of specialization by time of appointment (ABD considered with established defense date).
Preferred Qualifications	Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work schedule is dependent on department need.
Hiring Range	$72,000 - $75,000 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Special Instructions	Review of complete applications will begin October 22, 2023 and continue until both positions are filled.
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Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	2
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.