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Assistant Professor of Instruction: Biomechanics

Employer
University of Texas at Austin
Location
Texas, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jul 13, 2021

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Assistant Professor of Instruction: Biomechanics

College/School/Unit: College of Education
Department: Kinesiology and Health Education
Posted: Jul 9, 2021
Apply By: Open until filled

Description

Position Description

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at The University of Texas at Austin is accepting applications from qualified individuals for a full-time, Assistant Professor of Instruction position. This is a 12 month, non-tenure-track position with 50% teaching and 50% laboratory managing duties. Successful candidates for this position will have the appropriate academic preparation to teach Biomechanics courses in the Movement and Cognitive Rehabilitation Science (MCRS) program area and have strong biomechanical laboratory technical skills. Primary responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate and graduate biomechanics courses, coordinating MCRS core laboratory schedules, maintaining core MCRS research spaces, and troubleshooting equipment issues. Responsibilities may also include the supervision of Teaching Assistants and/or student aides. Renewal for a second year is possible.

Visit: https://education.utexas.edu/departments/kinesiology-health-education for more information about the Department of Kinesiology & Health Education.

Qualifications

Qualifications

A PhD degree in biomechanics and/or movement science is preferred, but an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience maybe substituted as appropriate. Applicants should have teaching experiences in biomechanics courses and be familiar with biomechanical laboratory equipment including motion capture system and electromyography recording devices. Preference will be given to candidates who have expertise teaching to a diverse set of individuals at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Application Instructions

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, current vita and names/contact information of three references and a Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) statement detailing how your teaching, service, and/or scholarship has or will help to address education and health disparities via Interfolio by July 23, 2021. The start date is Aug 15, 2021. Verification of academic credentials will be required. Female and minority candidates are especially invited to apply. Security sensitive position; a background check will be conducted on selected applicant.

Shannon LaFevers, in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education, is assisting with this search process and can be reached at (512) 232-6023 or by email: slafevers@austin.utexas.edu if you have application submission questions. For information about the position, please contact Search Committee Chair, Lisa Griffin, PhD, at 512-4712-2786 or by email: l.griffin@austin.utexas.edu

The College of Education

The College of Education is working to Reimagine Education and has identified three signature impact areas of focus: Advancing Equity and Eliminating Disparities in Education and Health; Attending to Place and Context; and Thriving Through Transitions and we seek scholars whose work will support these impact areas. (More information on Reimagining Education can be found here.) In particular, we recognize that the growth of the Latino/a community is driving demographic shifts across the country, including in Texas where more than 40% of all state residents are Latino/a. This demographic reality increases the urgency of critically examining disparities in education and health outcomes for the Latino/a community, particularly given that 21% of this population lives below the poverty line and nearly 53% of Texas public school students are Latino/a - three-quarters of whom are labeled as economically disadvantaged by the Texas Education Agency. We are addressing these disparities through a multi-level strategy.

The College of Education, ranked among the top 5 public colleges of education in the country, promotes the shared values of equity, excellence, innovation, empowerment, community-focus, and endeavors to bridge research and practice. We view inclusiveness and excellence as interconnected in the work of our faculty. The College of Education is particularly interested in and values candidates who have experience working with diverse and underserved populations, and show a demonstrated commitment to improving access and conditions in educational and health settings for children, adults, families, schools, and communities. Applicants should also have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring with a focus on enhancing equity and inclusion in the field and in practice.

UT Austin is an equal opportunity institution that is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. Qualified applicants from underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.


To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/77225

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