Tenure-Track faculty, Kinesiology

About Augustana College:

Augustana College is a selective liberal arts and sciences college of 2,400 students, including 18 percent first generation college students, 21 percent Pell Grant eligible students, 23 percent students of color, and 15 percent international students.  Our beautifully wooded and largely residential campus is located in Rock Island, IL, a diverse Illinois-Iowa Quad Cities metropolitan area along the Mississippi River with 400,000 residents less than three hours west of Chicago. 

Strengthening our diverse and inclusive community is central to the college's mission and strategic plan . We seek applicants with an interest in fostering rigorous, inclusive, and high-impact learning environments for a diverse student body. Details about Augustana College, faculty life, and the Quad Cities all are available at Teaching at Augustana .   

Job Description:

Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Kinesiology (Exercise Physiology) beginning in August of the 2024-2025 academic year.

The candidate is expected to be able to teach exercise physiology. In addition to expertise in exercise physiology, we are seeking a faculty member who can also teach course(s) in any of the following subfields: motor control, nutrition, exercise/sport psychology, human physiology, human anatomy, and/or biomechanics.  The teaching load is typically six courses per academic year (which faculty may fulfill through a combination of teaching and advising; the majority of courses are four credits). 

A strong candidate will demonstrate: a commitment to creative and engaging undergraduate teaching and academic advising; a commitment to pursue a program of scholarship that includes undergraduate students, publishing in professional journals, and presenting at regional, state, and national conferences; and a willingness to serve the college, department, profession, and community. Service as an academic advisor to Kinesiology majors will begin in the second year of employment.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a demonstrated passion for working with a diverse student population. We strongly encourage applicants, in their letter of application, to address how they foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work. Additional information about the Kinesiology Program, and Augustana College can be found at www.augustana.edu.

Additional information about the Kinesiology Program, and Augustana College can be found at www.augustana.edu. Compensation is commensurate with experience and comprises a competitive benefits package.

Requirements:

Requirements for this position: The successful candidate must have expertise in exercise physiology and one of the following: motor control, nutrition, exercise/sport psychology, human physiology, human anatomy, and/or biomechanics, through advanced education, teaching, and/or work-related experience; the ability to learn and employ innovative teaching and advising strategies; willingness to actively infuse multiple perspectives and critical thinking into pedagogy; commitment to fostering equity and inclusion; and a willingness to serve the college, department, profession, and community. 

Preference will be given to candidates who will have completed their Ph.D. by the time of appointment, although ABD candidates will also be considered. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate teaching effectiveness through a commitment to creative and engaging undergraduate teaching and academic advising and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and the value of a broadly educated person. Successful candidates will also maintain an active research program that engages undergraduate students, demonstrate a commitment to fostering equity and inclusion, and demonstrate the ability to work with students in and out of the classroom. Experience and interest in working with students and community members of many backgrounds will be an asset for applicants. Finally, preference will be given to applicants who have or are willing to obtain a current membership and certification in professional fitness organizations such as the NSCA, ACSM, or others. 

Additional Information:

Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Augustana College provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Application Instructions:

A complete application includes: a cover letter indicating an interest in and understanding of teaching in a liberal arts setting, curriculum vitae, copy of graduate transcript, contact information for three references who can address potential for teaching and advising/mentoring success, and statements of teaching philosophy and research philosophy/interests. Questions may be directed to the chair of the Kinesiology Program, Kimberly Murphy at [email protected]. To guarantee full consideration, please submit all application materials by October 20, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.

Current courses offered by the department are listed in the college catalog; please describe your background in scholarship and/or teaching of any of these classes in your cover letter.