Job Summary Wilberforce University is a small, Liberal Arts University with an Entrepreneurial focus, and a legacy of being the nation’s first private HBCU. Faculty are expected to fulfill the mission and core values of the university with dedication, compliance with all university and academic area policies, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to the success of the students and the university. Broad responsibilities include teaching, research and grant writing, and service to the…
community. Demonstrate instructional proficiency teaching in various modalities (in-person, virtual, or online). This appointment starts in the fall of 2024. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Primary teaching responsibilities include teaching a broad range of kinesiology courses, including athletic training, anatomy and physiology, biomechanics of human movement, physical therapy, motor control principles and theory, and exercise physiology. Advise and mentor undergraduate Kinesiology majors and minors. Engage in and maintain active scholarly research activities. Serve on departmental and university committees and engage in other forms of service to the university and academic community. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Kinesiology or a related discipline. Candidates with ABDs considered but must have a conferred Ph.D. by December 31, 20245. Minimum Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with Prior Teaching Experience. Required Documents to Submit with Online Application: Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae including all post-doctoral and/or professional employment; published and/or peer-reviewed articles; and authored, funded research proposals, with funded amount and funding agency. Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received prior to offer.). Statement of Teaching Philosophy. All applications and required documents must be submitted to humanresources@wilberforce.edu. A complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. Wilberforce University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The University does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas for this position. Department: Academic Affairs Reports To: Vice President for Academic Affairs Full-time, Part-time, or Temporary: Full-time Benefits Eligibility Status: Benefits Eligible
