Assistant Professor in Kinesiology

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Position Information

Announcement Number	FAC - VA - 24029
For questions regarding this position, please contact:	Dr. John Seifert [email protected]
Classification Title
Working Title	Assistant Professor in Kinesiology
Brief Position Overview	The Department of Health and Human Development at Montana State University (MSU) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor Kinesiology. The position is a tenure-track, academic year appointment with potential for summer employment. Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting, and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Faculty Tenure Track	Yes
Faculty Rank	Assistant Professor
Position Number	4A4267
Department	Food Systems Nutrition & Kinesiolog
Division	College of Education, Health & Human Development
Appointment Type	Faculty
Contract Term	Academic Year
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Union Affiliation	Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE	1.0
Benefits Eligible	Eligible
Salary	Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type	MUS
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Recruitment Type	Open

Position Details

General Statement	The Department of Food Systems, Nutrition and Kinesiology at Montana State University (MSU) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Kinesiology/Exercise Science. The position is a tenure-track, academic year appointment with potential for summer employment. Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting, and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a diverse University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from diverse backgrounds succeed.
Duties and Responsibilities	Instructional duties include: Teaching undergraduate courses in motor control and learning, or other exercise science courses such as research methods or strength and conditioning for students in the Kinesiology and Health Enhancement majors; develop teaching graduate courses in motor control and learning for students in the Exercise and Nutrition Science program. The faculty member will also be expected to: Develop an independent, extramurally funded research program in their area of expertise Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students Participate on departmental, college, and university committees, as appropriate.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills	Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or other related field with emphasis in motor control, motor behavior, or related field. ABD considered, however, doctorate must be complete upon start date of TBD. Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate or graduate courses in motor control or related field. A record of scholarly activity including peer-reviewed publications and/or presentations.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills	Expertise in the use of lab equipment appropriate for research in motor control. Demonstrated experience with multidisciplinary teaching and research. Demonstrated ability to apply kinesiology principles to a variety of human movement areas (sports, rehabilitation, ergonomics, health and fitness). Demonstrated ability to advise students to develop the experience and sills for careers and post-graduate education.
The Successful Candidate Will	Possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrate the ability to develop an extramurally funded research program which compliments current research in the Department. Demonstrate potential to collaborate both within the HHD Department and external to the Department.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information	This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands	To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The Program	The Kinesiology major focuses on physiological, anatomical, biomechanical, and nutritional sciences which provide a foundation for human movement and application of those scientific domains and related technologies to the areas of health and wellness, exercise training, and performance.
The Department	The Department of Food Systems, Nutrition and Kinesiology at Montana State University is located in the College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD). The Departmental mission is to enrich human well-being through teaching, research, and outreach.
The College	The mission of the College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD), is to prepare highly qualified professionals through exemplary programs, advance knowledge about education, health, and human development, and serve the people of Montana and the nation through outreach and practical application of its expertise.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
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Applications will be:	Screening of applications will begin on November 11, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions	Please note, five professional references will be required as part of your applicant profile.
Diversity Statement	Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html