Assistant Professor, Kinesiology, Tenure-Track

The Department of Education, Health, & Behavior Studies’ Kinesiology programs are seeking a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor starting August 16, 2022.

The University of North Dakota Kinesiology programs’ mission are to play a key role in educating about and promoting lifestyle behaviors (e.g. physical activity and sport) and environmental factors (e.g. advocacy) that facilitate comprehensive health and wellness, and in minimizing modifiable risk behaviors and factors (e.g. tobacco use, alcohol abuse) that may adversely impact health and wellness. 

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for serving as full-time faculty member within University of North Dakota’s Kinesiology programs. Specific duties include:

• Teaching physical education (including adapted), sports administration, and/or esports courses dependent on expertise and need (2-3 courses per semester)
• Conducting research, seeking external funding for research, and publishing or presenting research findings

• Participation in service activities in the department, college, and university, and in the profession

Minimum Requirements

• PhD or EdD degree in Kinesiology or related field earned by August 15, 2022

• Successful completion of criminal history records check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identify and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Involvement in professional organization and activities
• Successful experience teaching in face-to-face and online (synchronous & asynchronous) classroom environments
• Research agendas that align with at least one of the teaching areas.

Minimum Hiring Salary

$64,000-$70,000

Work Schedule/Start Date

40 hours per week/August 16, 2022

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by November 12, 2022 and include the following materials:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vita
• Names and contact information for three references

Position is open until filled.