Assistant Professor of Human Performance/Exercise Science

Responsibilities: Northern State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Human Performance/Exercise Science in the Department of Sports Sciences. Responsibilities include teaching face-to-face and online undergraduate and graduate courses in a learner-centered environment, undergraduate/graduate research, mentoring graduate students, scholarly activity, and service to the university and community.

Qualifications: Applicants with an earned doctorate in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field are preferred. ABDs who will complete their degree before the date of appointment will be considered. The candidate should be able to teach a wide variety of courses, including but not limited to Strength & Conditioning, Program Design, Nutrition, Motor Learning, Exercise Physiology, and Tests & Measurements. Qualified candidates should demonstrate experience employing successful pedagogical strategies in the collegiate classroom setting. Candidates should have relevant laboratory experience including Biodex operation, metabolic cart, and EKG equipment. The successful candidate will aid in the operation of the Human Performance Laboratory. Preference will be given to individuals with professional certifications (e.g., CEP, CSCS) or membership (ACSM, NSCA).

Setting: Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.

Values: Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.