Assistant/Associate Professor in Kinesiology

Job Summary

Job ID: 277181

Position: 20010614

The Department of Kinesiology in the College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) at Augusta University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Kinesiology. The position is intended to be filled at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor commensurate with education and experience. The primary responsibility will be teaching selected courses identified as Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Fitness Assessment and Prescription, Structural Kinesiology, and Motor Behavior; developing and updating curriculum; teaching and advising undergraduate students in the kinesiology program; engaging in scholarly activity and research; providing service to the department, college, university, community, and the profession.

The position also requires advising, and mentoring students; developing and maintaining a scholarly research and publication agenda; and service to the academic unit and the College. We also encourage faculty to be active in soliciting external funding through grants and other sources.

Responsibilities

Teaching – 60%   

• Developing and updating curriculum. Teaching and advising undergraduate students in the Kinesiology Program.
• Manage courses through systematic use of syllabi.
• Keep accurate records of students’ class performance, attendance, and grades.
• Adopt and implement common course objectives.
• Attend faculty orientation prior to the beginning of the semester. Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes.

Scholarship & Research – 30%

• Engaging in scholarly activity and research.

Service – 10%

• Providing service to the department, college, university, community and profession.

Required Qualifications

An earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a closely related field.

Assistant Professor: An early career as a faculty member, who has earned a terminal degree in their discipline. There is evidence that the candidate’s body of work represents research potential to achieve national/international recognition with further development. Show beginning evidence of impact either in the knowledgebase or practice. The candidate should show characteristics of being outstanding in teaching. The candidate will demonstrate an understanding of service to the program, department, and college.

Associate Professor: A mid-career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience. There is evidence that the candidate's body of work has focused research and/or scholarship agenda that represents a significant step towards national/international recognition. There is evidence of impact in their knowledgebase or practice. Candidate has evidence of outstanding teaching. Candidate has evidence of substantial service to their program, department, college, university, and/or the profession.

Applicants should have an established research agenda and the ability to seek external funding.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks with these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)’s requirements for institutional accreditation.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher.
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned.
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

 It is preferred that applicants have certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association or American College of Sports Medicine.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlines in offer letter of yearly contact.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for the position is 1.0.

Assistant Professor – Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Associate Professor – Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program,

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limiting to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. While also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Guidelines: https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php#faculty university promotion tenure guidelines Feb 2020.pdf

College/Department Information

The Department of Kinesiology is one of three departments in the College of Education and Human Development, whose programs are accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Universities (SACS). The department offers a BSK with five specialized concentrations, BS in Health Promotion with two concentrations, BA in Sports Management, and an MSK. See website of College: http://www.augusta.edu/education/; and department info at https://www.augusta.edu/education/kinesiology/index.php

The Department of Kinesiology, in the College of Education and Human Development, at Augusta University (AU) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor in Kinesiology. The full-time tenure-track appointment begins upon hire.

The Augusta University College of Education is committed to being a relevant, responsive, and respected institution with a keen focus toward high impact work in the community. Our faculty, students, and alumni are committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities through the comprehensive study and effective practice of education. Through bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, doctoral degree, and the professional development programs, we cultivate innovative educational leaders, advance health practices through research in kinesiology, explore the most important questions in public education, and share exciting ideas and best practices across the world.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia’s innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia’s cybersecurity hub and experimental learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia’s only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and the world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine tomorrow to patient care today.

Augusta University

Forest Hills Campus

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

For Faculty Hires:  Final candidates will be required to provide poof completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s).  Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive (patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.).  Information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How to Apply

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals.

Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References and all unofficial transcripts with application, as one document.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees.  “Augusta University is a patient-friendly and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success.“

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.