Job Description
Adjunct - Health and Exercise Science Misenheimer Campus - Misenheimer, NC 28109
Apply Overview Position Type Adjunct Job Shift Day Education Level Master's Degree Travel Percentage None Category Education Apply Description Purpose:
To support the overall mission and vision of Pfeiffer University through excellence in teaching and mentoring students in Health and Exercise Science (HES), Department of Health and Natural Sciences. A commitment to the principles of servant leadership, working with Undergraduate students, and involvement in university and community service is required. Ability to contribute to department, HES programming, and/or scholarship activities preferred. HES Adjunct Pool includes core curriculum and electives for Exercise & Sport Science (ESS) and Clinical Exercise Science (CES). Part-time, August to May 2022-2023 academic year. Duties and Responsibilities:
Adjunct instructors may teach a variety of in-person, hybrid, and/or online courses in HES, ESS and CES degree tracts. Courses include Intro to HES, Anatomy & Physiology (w/ lab), Exercise Behavior, Nutrition, Exercise Physiology (w/ lab), Exercise Testing & Prescription (w/ lab), Professional Certification, Strength & Conditioning (w/ lab), Exercise & Sport Nutrition, Biomechanics (w/ lab), Exercise & Sport Psychology, Internship/Externship, and HES Special Topics. Instructor responsibilities may include lab coordination/supervision, facilitating student research or projects, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and contributing to university and community service. Supervision of laboratory spaces, research students, and/or student workers. Pfeiffer University is a private, Liberal Arts University, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, whose mission is to prepare servant leaders for life-long learning. The main campus is located in Misenheimer, approximately 40 miles northeast of Charlotte, NC, with additional locations in Albemarle, Charlotte, and the Raleigh area. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403b retirement account, and tuition benefits at Pfeiffer and other member institutions. Compensation is based upon education and experience. Qualifications MS required; PhD preferred in Exercise Science, Physiology, and/or related Biological Sciences. Ability to contribute to lecture/lab courses, HES programming, and department activities. Preference to candidates with demonstrated experience, expertise, and/or scholarship in Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics/Kinesiology, or Health Sciences. Ability to integrate practical and/or research experience to the classroom setting. Strong commitment to service, collaboration, and leadership desired.
