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McNeese State University
Instructor of Kinesiology
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What they do
A Recreation or Fitness Studies Professor leads courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$78,776 / year median in Louisiana
+6% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION/APPLICATION INFORMATION
McNeese State University invites qualified applicants for the position of Instructor of Kinesiology in the Department of Kinesiology in the Burton College of Education. This is a full-time, 9-month, unclassified non-tenure-track position. The appointment is available in August (Fall) 2026.POSITION NUMBER
F99577SALARY:
$50,000 POSITIONDUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The Kinesiology Instructor is responsible for functions related to teaching 15 hours of undergrad and/or graduate (if applicable) courses involving the skills of a physical medicine professional and general knowledge involved with kinesiology related fields. The Kinesiology Instructor will work closely with other faculty members of the Kinesiology department, undergraduate and graduate students within the Kinesiology department, as well as community partnerships. The Kinesiology Instructor will be responsible for advising kinesiology undergrad, and possibly graduate students if applicable, across 2-4 concentrations within the Kinesiology department, as well as serve on departmental and university committees. The Kinesiology Instructor will be responsible for participating in recruiting events within an academic year. Annual professional development is expected regardless of certification and/or licensure status.REQUIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required :
- Master's or greater in a Kinesiology field of Physical Medicine (Athletic Training, Chiropractic Medicine, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or similar) or master's or greater in Kinesiology or related field with a valid license or certification in a physical medicine setting.
Preferred :
- Additional certifications related to Kinesiology
- Teaching experience in higher education
- Experience as a mentor or supervisor in the physical medicine setting
- Experience with recruitment
DEADLINE
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. First round of candidate review is expected for June 15 and may continue until position is filled.APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS
To apply for this vacancy, and to ensure full consideration , applicants must submit the required documents listed below:- Letter of Application
- Resume/Vitae
- Three Professional References (include: name, phone number, and email address)
- Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.