Assistant Professor of Exercise Science

kinesiology, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, human performance, and sport management.

The successful candidate is expected to teach 12 hours each semester, advise and mentor undergraduate students, engage in scholarly activities, and support the Christian mission of the university. Teaching experience, commitment to excellence, innovation in teaching, and an appreciation for liberal arts education and support for the Christian Mission are required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to support the Christian Mission of Campbell University: To graduate students with exemplary academic and professional skills who are prepared for purposeful lives and meaningful service
• Provide expertise for the department in area of specialization
• Ability to demonstrate quality teaching in face-to-face courses is required, experience with online modality a plus
• Develop and implement curriculum, inclusive of departmental learning objectives, for in-person instruction, support assessment
• Evaluate student work, administer tests, assignments and other exercises that permit measurement of knowledge, abilities, and/or performance relative to the course learning objectives
• Support student accommodations outlined by Office of Student Success, Disability Services
• Complete student record keeping in a timely and accurate manner, including grades and attendance
• Administer final exams according to university guidelines
• Post grades as required by Registrar following procedures and policies
• Maintain timely communications with students and staff
• Interact with students in a positive manner, listen effectively, field questions pertaining to subject matter
• Continued research, conference presentations, and publication in the specialty field are encouraged and expected
• Potential to collaborate with the Advanced Interdisciplinary Movement Science (AIMS) Laboratory housed in the Department of Physical Therapy at Campbell University’s College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences (CPHS)
• Service to the department in advisement, recruitment, and university committee assignment and other departmental shared priorities
• Participate in departmental, faculty and staff meetings as required
• Exercise independent judgment and maintain strict confidentiality
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, Information Security, FERPA, and other state and federal regulations
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities as assigned

Education/Experience:

• Earned doctorate in Kinesiology or related discipline. ABD and master’s level applicants may be considered
• Demonstrated teaching experience at university level required
• Areas of secondary specialty could include sport management and sport history

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to teach in a rapidly changing writing environment
• Ability to communicate effectively to colleagues outside of specialization and collaborate effectively
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn, utilize, or adapt to new and emerging technology
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and common methods of digital communication including web/text/chat platforms
• Commitment to professional development and engagement in the specialization
• Knowledge of Blackboard Ultra Learning Management System or ability to learn Blackboard
• Ability to adapt to changing student needs
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion in dealing with, faculty, staff, students, university officials, and the public
• Exercise independent judgement and maintain strict confidentiality as necessary
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people
• This position requires accuracy, honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University