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Wayne State University

Exercise & Sport Science, Assistant / Associate Professor, Teaching

Job Description

Exercise & Sport Science, Assistant / Associate Professor, Teaching Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedExercise & Sport Science, Assistant / Associate Professor, Teachingat its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Position Purpose:
Rank:

Assistant/Associate Professor - Teaching (non-tenure track) with a specialization in Exercise and Sport Science.

Program Area:

B.S. in Exercise and Sport Science & M.S. in Exercise and Sport Science.

Term:

Full-time, 9-month, 2 years The Division of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Studies in the College of Education at Wayne State University seeks a full-time, 9-month Assistant Professor - Teaching (non-tenure track) with specialization in Exercise and Sport Science to teach courses, advise students, and provide service to the program/division/college/university.

Responsibilities:

Teach face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online courses in the Exercise and Sport Science undergraduate and graduate programs. Advise undergraduate and graduate students related to coursework, internships, and career preparation. Assist with the WSU Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES) accreditation systems. Coordinate undergraduate-level initiatives and programs (i.e., Honors option, student organization, professional development activities, student success initiatives, etc.). Assist divisional and program faculty and administrators with student recruitment and retention initiatives, program assessment, establishing field/practicum experience sites, and other duties required to meet organizational needs. Participate in service activities that support the Division, College, University, and profession.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Sport Performance, Human Performance, or a closely related discipline. Minimum of three years of university teaching experience. Evidence of effective university teaching experience, including face-to-face instruction using best practices in course delivery. Evidence of effective online teaching experience, including course development, instructional design, and online pedagogy. Evidence of effective use of the Canvas or related learning management system. Demonstrated ability to advise undergraduate and graduate students in coursework, internships, and career preparation. Proven ability to interact and collaborate effectively with diverse groups of colleagues and students. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional certifications such as CSCS, NSCA, ACSM, or other nationally recognized credentials. Evidence of teaching experience across the sub-disciplines of Exercise and Sport Science. Experience integrating technology, performance assessment, data analytics, wearable technologies, or applied laboratory experiences into teaching. Experience working with collegiate, secondary school, professional, fitness and performance organizations, or corporate wellness settings. Evidence of leadership in collaborative initiatives and program operations.

School/College/Division:

H10 -

Health & Physical Education Primary Department:

H1007 -

Kinesiology Health & Sports Studies Employment Type:

+ Regular Employee

+ Job type: Full Time

+ Job category:
Academic/Faculty Funding/Salary Information:

+ Compensation type: Annual Salary +

Annual Salary:

To be

Determined Working Conditions:

Normal faculty environment.

Job Openings:

+ Number of openings: 1

+ Reposted position: No Background check requirements: University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Dental Insurance

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

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