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Assistant Professor OR Instructor of Health & PE, School of Health Science & Wellness

Employer
Northwest Missouri State University
Location
Missouri, United States
Salary
Salary Commensurate with experience
Date posted
Apr 25, 2022

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EMPLOYMENT TERMS:                  

Assistant Professor – 9-month, tenure track position                                                                

Instructor – 9-month, non-tenure position

PRIMARY DUTY: Teach undergraduate and graduate (tenure-track only) courses in the School of Health Science and Wellness that serve a diverse array of students and academic programs. Potential course assignments include Basic Biomechanics, Mechanical Analysis of Sport Skill, Exercise Testing and Prescription, or other health and exercise science coursework. Other duties assigned per department need and the candidate’s experience, with a preference for biomechanics expertise.

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Teach coursework as described above
  2. Advise undergraduate/graduate majors
  3. Supervise students in profession-based experiences (internships)
  4. Hold seven office hours per week
  5. Participate in Department service, including student organization assistance and sponsorship and supervise student research
  6. Participate in University service, including committee work
  7. Participate in scholarly research in academic field (tenure track position only)
  8. Perform other duties as assigned

 

 

REQUIREMENTS:        

Education: Terminal degree for assistant professor/Masters for instructor, with at least one graduate degree in health, kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field. ABD will be considered        

Certification/License: CSCS or the ability to attain the CSCS certification within two years from initial contract date                        

Experience: Successful practical work experience with previous teaching experience preferred        

Skills: Positive interpersonal communication; organizational skills; a collaborative approach to work and classroom instruction; and general computer skills                    

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical office environment and Human Performance Lab.             

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Graduate and undergraduate students involved in class or departmental projects, graduate and/or undergraduate research; students employed within the department 

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Typical teaching tools in a classroom environment. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software, document cameras, projectors, etc.             

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Typical office environment. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 

COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, and 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri. For more information visit the city’s website at www.maryville.org

UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of more than 7,200 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online. Founded in 1905, Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory SchoolNational Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency. The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 96 percent of Northwest bachelor’s degree earners and 99 percent of master’s degree earners secure employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data. Zippia, a career website, names Northwest the best college in Missouri for getting a job. Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $7,200 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.” For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu 

SCHOOL: The School of Health Science and Wellness is a multidisciplinary program that consists of 22 health science and wellness-based Bachelor’s degree programs, 5 health science and wellness-based Master’s degree programs, 11 pre-professional programs and fourteen degree options for completing a minor.   Primarily, this position consists working with four discipline areas: Applied Health Sciences, Health and Physical Education, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Recreation. The School is committed to collaboration across departments and disciplines university-wide to provide the best experience for its students and is committed to its mission: “Lifespan Health and Active Living”. The School also offers minors in coaching, gerontology, health, recreation, food service, nutrition, and interdisciplinary minors in sport management, and sport psychology. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 15, 2022 or until the position is filled  

DATE AVAILABLE: August 2022      

TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking http://agency.governmentjobs.com/nwmissouri/default.cfm to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit the application materials listed below in order for them to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email mdrake@nwmissouri.edu for more information. 

APPLICATION MATERIALS: A letter of application, professional vita/resume, names, addresses and telephone numbers of current references, copies of transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, and three current letters of recommendation.               

INQUIRIES FOR THE POSITION CAN BE MADE TO:         Dr. Rhonda Beemer        Search Committee Chair        Email: rbeemer@nwmissouri.edu   

 

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