Open Rank Faculty Position - Exercise Science & Kinesiology

Other areas relevant to exercise science, kinesiology, human performance, or physical activity

Candidates may employ laboratory-based, clinical, translational, community-based, epidemiological, computational, or other rigorous approaches.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Develop and sustain a nationally and internationally prominent research program.
• Secure substantial competitive external funding from federal agencies, foundations, industry, and/or other sponsors.
• Serve as Principal Investigator and provide leadership for externally funded research initiatives.
• Pursue interdisciplinary and collaborative research opportunities within USF and with external partners.
• Publish influential scholarship in leading peer-reviewed journals and other high-impact scholarly outlets.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to the development of the next generation of researchers and scholars.
• Contribute to the academic mission of the Exercise Science & Kinesiology program through teaching and service appropriate to rank.
• Build productive collaborations across departments, colleges, research centers, healthcare systems, community organizations, industry, and other external partners.
• Enhance the national and international visibility of Exercise Science & Kinesiology at USF.
• Engage in the Exercise Science and Kinesiology program.

Assistant, Associate Professors, and Professors in the Department of Educational & Psychological Studies at the USF College of Education are responsible to a Chair or to other appropriate administrators of a state university. Assistant, Associate Professors, and Professors are responsible for teaching, research, service and related administrative activities and for academic advising. Assistant, Associate Professors, and Professors may represent the University, College, or Department on university and/or statewide committees.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity and an active research agenda related to Exercise Science & Kinesiology and consistent with appointment at a research-intensive university.
• Demonstrated success securing competitive external research funding, or strong potential appropriate to career stage.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to collaborative and interdisciplinary research environments.
• Evidence of effective teaching, mentorship, and engagement in academic programs, or demonstrated potential in these areas.

Candidates seeking appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level must demonstrate sustained scholarly productivity, substantive leadership on externally funded research, and national or international recognition commensurate with the proposed rank. Appointment rank and tenure status will be determined in accordance with University policies and the approved position authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate:

• Sustained success securing significant competitive external research funding as Principal Investigator or equivalent research leader, including federal funding where applicable.
• Evidence of successfully developing, expanding, or sustaining an externally funded program of research.
• National or international recognition for research excellence and impact.
• Demonstrated leadership of interdisciplinary research teams, laboratories, centers, institutes, or collaborative research initiatives.
• A compelling vision for expanding externally funded research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and enhancing the national prominence of Exercise Science & Kinesiology at USF.
  

Research Opportunity at USF

USF's academic and health enterprise offers opportunities for collaboration across education, artificial intelligence and computing, engineering, medicine, public health, rehabilitation, data science, and technology. The successful candidate will help develop a sustained area of research strength that draws on these complementary capabilities and expands opportunities for faculty and graduate students.

This position provides an opportunity to strengthen existing areas of excellence in our program while establishing new directions for research and collaboration. The successful candidate will play an important role in expanding the program's external research portfolio, mentoring the next generation of scholars, building interdisciplinary partnerships, and elevating the national and international visibility of Exercise Science & Kinesiology at USF.

Candidates should be positioned to pursue sustained competitive funding from National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DOD), or other federal agencies, foundations, or research partnerships appropriate to their agenda.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on November 12, 2006 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply by November 16. Applications should be submitted through Careers@USF - Job ID 44534 and include the following materials:

1. Cover letter with contact information, the rank sought, and a description of the candidate's fit with this position.
2. Full curriculum vitae.
3. Research statement describing major scholarly contributions, competitive external funding and the candidate's role in securing it, and a vision for building an interdisciplinary, externally funded research program at USF.
4. Teaching and mentoring statement describing the candidate's approach to graduate education, mentoring, and student success.
5. Names and contact information for 3 professional references.

For additional information about the USF College of Education, visit https://www.usf.edu/education/

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.