Job Description / Duties

The successful candidate will primarily teach courses in the Exercise Science Program and will be the Field Experience Coordinator for students in our Strength and Conditioning emphasis area and the Internship Coordinator for all other exercise science students. This individual will be responsible for student field experience placement, field experience site evaluation and regular communication with the Field Experience/Internship Site Supervisors.

Responsibilities include assisting with curriculum development, teaching undergraduate courses, and mentoring students towards the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification. Teaching assignments may include both online synchronous and asynchronous and in-person undergraduate courses. Summer assignments may be available, depending upon enrollment and funding.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Master's degree with a specialization in exercise physiology or a related field. Teaching experience in the field of exercise physiology or related in higher education. Must possess the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or be willing to obtain this certification by January 2026.

Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to teach traditional and online courses related to exercise science, exercise physiology, and strength and conditioning. Two years professional experience working in the field of Exercise Science, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Strength and Conditioning or a closely related field.

Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and members of the university and local community.

SIUE is committed to diversity and inclusivity and is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Additional Information

Application Instructions:

SIUE is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Submit letter of application, resume, transcripts, and references via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/171605

Salary: $48,000-$52,000 (9 month contract)

Contact Information

Please address questions about the position to Dr. Erin Vanderbunt, evander@siue.edu

Employer Profile

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized university that provides students with a high-quality, affordable education that prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live.

Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River’s rich bottom land and only 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of more than 13,000 individuals and 2,300 faculty and staff. The city of Edwardsville is consistently cited as one of the top cities in Illinois for families, based on several factors, including affordability, green spaces, excellent schools, low crime rate, financial stability and philanthropic spirit.

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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce, we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans at: https://www.siue.edu/about/mission-goals-plans/diversity.shtml