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Online Adjunct Professor - MS Human Performance and Exercise Science

Employer
Liberty University
Location
Virginia, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Feb 3, 2022
Posting Details

Posting Summary

Posting Number

A00509P

Classification Title

Position Type

Disclaimer

Liberty University’s hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. Liberty University is in that category.

Position Title

Online Adjunct Professor - MS Human Performance and Exercise Science

Does this position require driving?

No

Contact

Megan Bishop or Dr. Brendan Haynie

Contact Phone Ext

434-592-6530 or 434-582-7447

Contact Email

mmbarnett@liberty.edu; bhaynie@liberty.edu

Job Summary/Basic Function

An adjunct faculty in exercise science will be responsible to teach students in graduate exercise science and human performance courses. Candidates must have the academic credentials to teach in one or more of the following areas: exercise physiology, statistical analysis in exercise science, research methods, biomechanics, strength development, motor learning, and exercise testing. Teaching responsibilities will include preparing and disseminating weekly announcements, communicating with students via e-mails, preparing course videos, moderating discussion board forums, and grading weekly. The adjunct will be expected to respond to e-mails within 24-36 hours and will grade student’s assignments, giving substantive feedback, within 5-6 days of the assignment submission. The adjunct will also carry out administrative responsibilities as directed by their Instructional Mentor, Faculty Support Coordinator, Online Chair, or Online Dean; these administrative tasks include roster verification, reporting items, and timely submission of final grades, etc.
Adjunct Faculty Teaching Responsibilities include:
- Teach material from approved curriculum in accordance with assigned schedule to ensure student satisfaction.
- Assist students in achieving completion of objectives and learning outcomes.
- Provide regular and timely feedback to students.
- Participate in school retention initiatives by maintaining contact with students and offers assistance to absent students.
- Advice students in matters related to academics and attendance.
- Motivate students to actively participate in all aspect of the educational process.
- Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies.
- Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or Human Performance related field.
Able to obtain and maintain licenses if applicable as required by state or accrediting commissions.
Demonstrated strengths in teaching at the college level is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Possess certifications (ie. EP-C, CCEP, RCEP, CSCS, etc.) from organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine or National Strength and Conditioning Association, etc.

Work Hours

Part-time

Posting Date

02/03/2022

Special Instructions for Applicants

Please note that while unofficial transcripts are required during this stage of the application process, official transcripts for all conferred degrees (excluding Associate’s degrees) will be required should the department select you for an interview.

In the references section of the application, please submit the names of two professional references and one pastoral reference. Your pastoral reference must be from your current church pastor, or someone within a leadership position within your current church. The pastoral reference cannot be an immediate or extended family member.

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact the Faculty Hiring Office at FacultyHiring@liberty.edu.


Quicklink

https://jobs.liberty.edu/postings/37600
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Teaching Philosophy
  4. Unofficial Transcript 1
  5. Unofficial Transcript 2
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Transcripts
  3. Letter of Recommendation
  4. Career Mobility Form (For Current LU Employees ONLY)
  5. Pastoral Reference Letter
  6. Academic/Professional Reference Letter 1
  7. Professional License(s)
Supplemental Questions

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