Assistant Professor - Exercise Physiology

Job Description: The School of Kinesiology announces the availability of a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Exercise Physiology. The candidate will have a commitment to scholarly productivity, grant writing, teaching excellence, and service. The appointment will be effective January 2022 or August 2022.

Websites:  The LSU website address is https://www.lsu.edu. The School of Kinesiology website address is http://www.lsu.edu/kinesiology

Qualifications:  Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, or a related field by August 2021. Candidates must provide evidence of scholarly activity that demonstrates a strong potential for publications in top tier peer-reviewed journals, competence in teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in their area of expertise, seeking external funding for scholarly activities, and involvement in service to the University and the profession.

Preferred candidates will have postdoctoral training and evidence of the ability to compete for extramural funding.  Preferred candidates will have a research focus on how physical (in)activity contributes to health and disease.  Ideal candidates will have a track record in studying acute responses and/or chronic adaptations to exercise, which leads to enhanced physiological/metabolic/cardiopulmonary performance. Strong consideration will be given to applicants whose work centers on adipose tissue and/or skeletal muscle biology in aging and/or chronic disease and a level of expertise that enhances our research teams' ability to expand our external funding. 

Responsibilities:  (1) Develop, or continue, a fundable research program; (2) teach undergraduate courses and/or graduate courses in exercise physiology; (3) provide advisement to graduate students, and direct dissertations; (5) seek external funding support for scholarly activities; (6) serve on School, College, University, and Profession-based committees as appropriate;

Rank:  Assistant Professor

Salary:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline: Evaluation of applications will begin November 15, 2021, and will continue until the position is filled.

Special Instructions:

Application Procedures: Applications should include a letter of application that details how the applicant’s research experience and interests meet the requirements and responsibilities of the position; a current curriculum vitae; and contact information for three references. Applicants should submit materials to the LSU Careers website. Questions about the vacant position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Chad Seifried (cseifried@lsu.edu)

   

  Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

  LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer: LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

COVID-19 Vaccine Protocol: LSU requires the COVID-19 vaccine for all students, faculty, and staff or mandatory monthly testing. New employees must either submit proof of vaccination within three (3) days of their official start date, otherwise they will be entered into the mandatory monthly testing protocol beginning in November 2021.

HCM Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu