Job Description / Duties

We invite applications for a Non-Tenure-Line Assistant or Associate Lecturer in Exercise Science in the School of Kinesiology. Candidates with a doctorate may be considered for the rank of Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor. The successful candidate will provide high quality teaching in the undergraduate Exercise Science program. Potential courses include applied strength and conditioning for sport performance, exercise prescription, human performance assessments, anatomy, and/or other courses based upon knowledge and expertise. Active engagement in department, college, University, and professional service activities is also expected.

We seek candidates who will connect with students of diverse backgrounds and contribute to a campus climate that supports equity, diversity, and inclusion. At Ball State, inclusiveness is one of our enduring values. Applicants should familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to identify how you might contribute to these efforts. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with credentials and experience.

This opportunity is for one academic year with the possibility of renewal beginning August 18, 2023. Salary begins at $48,000.

At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Position Function: The teaching load is 12 semester hours or equivalent per academic semester. Potential courses include applied strength and conditioning for sport performance, exercise prescription, human performance assessments, anatomy, and/or other courses based upon knowledge and expertise. The faculty member will be asked to promote and implement high impact pedagogical practices to support engaged teaching and learning, demonstrate collaboration, collegiality, and support program excellence, and perform other related duties as assigned by the School Chair. Active engagement in department, college, University, and professional service activities is also expected.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a master’s degree in exercise science, biomechanics, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or closely related field from an accredited college or university by time of appointment. Teaching experience in higher education and the ability to teach courses in exercise science using a variety of instructional strategies, including online, face-to-face, experiential and field-based learning are also required.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will hold a professional certification related to sport performance or strength and conditioning. Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have experience and expertise leading strength and conditioning and sport performance programming for athletes, experience with biomechanical analysis and assessment of movement for corrective exercise, and who have experience teaching courses related to sport performance, movement and performance assessments, and exercise prescription.

Additional Information

Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/33845 . Include the following documents with your application: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Transcripts (Undergraduate/Masters), and Inclusive Excellence Statement.

In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.

Submit a detailed CV, including contact information for 3-5 professional references, along with a cover letter explicating your qualifications, interest, and experience as well as a copy of transcripts of all academic work. Submit a separate statement of your visions for inclusive excellence.

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Salary for this position begins at $48,000. Review of applications will begin immediately. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 10/31/2022.

Contact Information

765-285-1834