Assistant Professor, Kinesiology at Jacksonville State University

Posted in Other 3 days ago.

Location: JACKSONVILLE, Alabama





Job Description:


Job no: 497322

Work type: Faculty 9-Month

Location: Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus)

Categories: Faculty



Jacksonville State University



Assistant Professor, Kinesiology


The Department of Kinesiology in Jacksonville State University's College of Health Professions and Wellness invites applications for an Assistant Professor position.


The Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology, provides educational services to traditional and non-traditional students during the day or evening; teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in Kinesiology, and may be required to teach courses within his/her concentration area on campus, off-campus, online courses and possible videoconferencing depending on need of location


The Jacksonville State University College of Health Professions and Wellness was established to deliver a top-quality education for 21st century professionals in an effort to promote health and wellness in our communities, state, nation, and around the world. The departments of nursing, respiratory therapy, and kinesiology have developed undergraduate and graduate programs utilizing the latest evidence-based practices. It is our goal to prepare future leaders in health and wellness professions.



Position Requirements



  • Earned doctorate in Sport Management or closely related field from an accredited institution (ABD candidates near completion will be considered)

  • Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at the university level

  • Evidence of a promising research agenda and scholarly publications

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment


Preference may be given to those who possess the following.



  • Experience with COSMA (Commission on Sport Management Accreditation) processes and standards

  • Industry experience in sport management or related fields

  • Expertise in one or more of the following areas: sport marketing, sport communication, sport finance, sport law, or sport analytics

  • Experience with online and hybrid course delivery

  • Record of successful grant writing or external funding acquisition


Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.


This position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025.



About Jax State


Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 9,900 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.


Academically Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus - Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU's commitment to excellence.



Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://www.clerycenter.org/the-clery-act the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available at: https://www.jsu.edu/police/docs/cleryannualreport.pdf



Equal Employment Opportunity: JSU is an Equal Employment, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



Advertised: Oct 25 2024 Central Daylight Time

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