Assistant Professor in Kinesiology - Exercise Science

Assistant Professor in Kinesiology - Exercise Science

Department of Human Sciences

College of Education and Human Ecology

The Ohio State University

 

 

The RAISE Initiative

 

This is one of three positions being supported as part of the RAISE (Race, Inclusion and Social Equity) initiative at The Ohio State University and represents a research collaboration between the College of Nursing (CON) and the College of Education and Human Ecology (EHE), Department of Human Sciences. The general focus of this collaboration is to expand and amplify scientific inquiry on cardiovascular disease and the related issues of increased cardiovascular disease risk, disease risk interventions, and the role of racial discrimination and social determinants of cardiovascular health in under-served populations across the lifespan.  When possible, we seek to expand the pipeline of scientists from underrepresented minorities. RAISE positions receive generous research development funds, a structured mentoring program, dedicated research time, and membership in the RAISE faculty cohort group.

 

Job Description

 

The Department of Human Sciences in the College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University invites applications for a full-time (9-month) assistant professor tenure-track position in the Exercise Science program. The Exercise Science program within Kinesiology is consistently ranked among the top programs in the country based on its innovative research activity and vibrant curriculum making it a preeminent place for the professional development of students and faculty. Building on this record of excellence, the goal of this search is to add a promising scholar to an internationally renowned team of faculty whose research interests focus on burgeoning areas relevant to optimizing the human condition, including the application of exercise, nutrition, and behavioral interventions on cardiovascular disease, that synergize with the existing scholarly strengths of the program, and which align with major funding opportunities. We seek candidates with an excellent record of scholarship, teaching, and service relative to the assistant professor rank and commensurate with a research-intensive university. Preference will be granted to candidates who are able to integrate basic science and/or applied science discoveries into interventions that improve cardiovascular health, who demonstrate excellence in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in their research, teaching, and service agendas, and who offer evidence of sustained impact. Our current faculty have access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and strong ongoing research collaborations with physicians and scientists within the Wexner Medical Center and the James Cancer Center as well as Psychology, Nursing, Engineering, and Sports Medicine. Our program also has numerous collaborations with external academic and research institutions and industry.

 

 

 

Candidate Expectations

 

Candidates will be expected to develop an independent and extramurally funded research program; contribute to a collaborative research team within exercise science, the department, EHE, CON, and university. While the position will primarily focus on research, excellence in teaching and prior mentoring is highly desirable.

 

 

 

Candidate Qualifications

 

Candidates must have a PhD in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or closely related field; demonstrated research productivity and evidence of, or strong potential for, an independently funded research program; demonstrated teaching competency; demonstrated interest in enhancing and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in their research, teaching and service. Post-doctoral training is valued but is not necessary.

 

Application Requirements

Review of applications will begin on January 25th, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.

Please submit application materials:

Application materials must include: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) summary of past research accomplishments, 4) statement of future research plans, 5) statement of teaching philosophy and potential teaching roles, 6) statement of goals in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in their research, and 7) names and contact information of at least three professional references.

For questions about this position, contact the Search Committee Chair - Carl M. Maresh, PhD (Maresh.15@osu.edu).

 

The Ohio State University is committed to building a diverse faculty and staff for employment and promotion to ensure the highest quality workforce, to reflect human diversity and to improve opportunities for minorities and women. The university embraces human diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity, affirmative action and eliminating discrimination. Discrimination against any individual based upon protected status—defined as age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status—is prohibited. The Ohio State University is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

 

The Department of Human Sciences welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths or who may have taken time off for family reasons (e.g., children, caring for disabled or elderly family), or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia (e.g., in professional or industry service). The Department is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty, staff, and students.

 

The Department of Human Sciences is home to four core academic areas, offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees: Consumer Sciences, Human Development and Family Science, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and Kinesiology. In addition, the department plays a leadership role in Ohio State’s Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Nutrition (OSUN), and houses the Sport, Fitness and Health Program, an activity-based academic program providing classes to more than 8,000 Ohio State students each year. A strong partnership with OSU Extension enhances opportunities for outreach and engagement in the state of Ohio. Another important university partnership exists with Ohio State’s Discovery Themes, with an emphasis in our department on metabolomics. The department has a faculty of 53 productive members, with grants from local, state, and federal organizations such as NSF, NIH, and the U.S. Department of Defense. Faculty also have funding from a host of industry- and community-based organizations. In addition to our highly qualified faculty, we have full-time staff members, lecturers, and graduate assistants to support the department’s academic mission. These talented individuals provide instructional and academic assistance that is crucial to the successful operation of such a large unit. For more information, please visit https://ehe.osu.edu/human-sciences.

 

The College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University is one of the best places to learn and embrace the human experience. We are known for developing Ohio's best educators, researchers, policymakers, exercise scientists, biomedical nutrition researchers, dietitians, financial advisors, event coordinators and other experts who improve society. The US News and World Report college ranking is No. 18 among 376 public and private universities granting doctoral degrees in education, tied with the University of California-Berkeley. The college ranks No. 10 among public universities. For more information, please visit http://ehe.osu.edu.

 

The Ohio State University is one of America's largest and most comprehensive public universities, with over 63,000 students. Ohio State is further recognized as a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. As a land-grant university, Ohio State has a physical presence throughout the state, with campuses and research centers located around Ohio. For more information, please visit http://osu.edu.

 

The City of Columbus is a thriving cosmopolitan hub that has a real passion for The Ohio State University. A recent Gallup survey ranked Columbus the nation’s second strongest metro area for job creation, with research and technology institutions taking the lead. The Columbus metro area continued its steady growth as its population hit 2,021,632 in 2015, up about 1.2 percent from 1,997,308 a year earlier. The city’s corporate base and higher-education system draw people to it. The city is the 15th largest in the country; the metro area is 32nd. Explore the city of Columbus through this link. https://www.columbus.gov/.

 

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The Ohio State University is located in Columbus, Ohio, the culturally vibrant capital of the state. The university is a center of innovation surrounded by diverse and livable urban, suburban, and rural communities. The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.