Job Description / Duties

The School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS), within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), seeks an outstanding faculty member for a Lecturer (non tenure-track), nine-month position in the School’s Exercise Science program beginning August 2024. The successful candidate will become one of ten Exercise Science faculty members that serve approximately 530 undergraduate Exercise Science majors. The successful candidate will have a wide-ranging background and be able to teach a variety of undergraduate EXS courses. Moreover, the successful candidate will advise students, and provide community engagement and service to the program, school, college, university, and profession.

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/30746

Qualifications / Required Skills

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

Master’s Degree: A Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Graduate Coursework: Completion of at least 18 graduate-level semester hours of coursework closely related to Exercise Science. This coursework should demonstrate a strong foundation in the scientific principles and theoretical underpinnings of the discipline.

College Teaching Experience: Evidence of successful teaching experience at the college level in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related curriculum. This experience should showcase the applicant’s ability to effectively convey complex concepts, engage students, and foster a stimulating learning environment.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

Employment Experience in Exercise Science or Related Fields: Proven experience of at least two years in Exercise Science or a closely related field, demonstrating expertise and contributions to the discipline.

In-Person Content Delivery: Proven ability to effectively deliver engaging and informative in-person content in both lecture and laboratory settings, fostering a dynamic and interactive learning environment.

Broad Teaching Experience: Experience teaching a variety of Exercise Science courses at the college level, showcasing versatility and adaptability across different course curricula and settings (i.e., lecture, lab, etc).

Collaborative Relationships: Evidence of the ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with student assistants, research assistants, and co-instructors, demonstrating effective teamwork and communication skills.

Professional Certifications: Possession of relevant professional certifications, such as those from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), indicating commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards.

Commitment to Service: Demonstrated commitment to service at any level, including school, college, university, community, or professional organizations, highlighting engagement with the broader community and a sense of social responsibility.

Applied Learning Opportunities and Global Experiences: Experience in providing students with applied learning opportunities and global experiences, such as internships, research projects, or study abroad programs, fostering real-world application of knowledge and exposure to diverse perspectives.

Integration of Exercise Science Technology: Experience incorporating exercise science-related technology into classroom instruction, such as BODPOD, Anatomage, or metabolic carts, demonstrating technological proficiency and an ability to enhance learning through innovative methods, including the use of Canvas (or other LMS).
Commitment to Personal Professional Growth: Proven commitment to personal and professional growth, evidenced by participation in professional development workshops, conferences, or research initiatives, showcasing a dedication to continuous learning and improvement.

Contact Information

Steve Elliott, School Director, elliotts@uncw.edu

Employer Profile

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

The College of Health and Human Services was created in July 2010 to provide UNCW with a new mechanism to link and focus its health-related research, professional continuing education, and health knowledge dissemination and application. In the formative stage of development, the CHHS is currently home to three professional schools: School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, School of Nursing, and School of Social Work. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic College that seeks to be nationally recognized for its inter-professional collaboration, community engagement and impact, and implementation science. The faculty, staff and students of the CHHS are committed to the pursuit of excellence and enhancing health and quality of life across the lifespan for individuals, families and communities in southeastern North Carolina and beyond.

The UNCW Exercise Science program is a competency-driven curriculum for students who are interested in applying the scientific principles of exercise, fitness, health and wellness within the clinical, government, corporate, industrial, private, commercial and academic venues. Exercise Science students must complete the exercise science core courses and then, choose one of two concentrations: The Allied Health concentration or The Exercise Physiology Certification concentration.

The Allied Health concentration provides a platform leading to careers such as, but not limited to, physical therapy, physician assistant, occupational therapy and clinical exercise physiology.

The Exercise Physiology Certification concentration, when combined with nationally-recognized certifications, leads to careers such as, but not limited to, personal training, strength and conditioning specialist, commercial/corporate employee fitness director and exercise physiologist.

The Exercise Science program is housed within the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS) which is a large and growing academic unit with over 1600 students and 58 full time faculty. See: https://uncw.edu/chhs/shahs/. The SHAHS currently has six undergraduate degree programs:
Public Health
Exercise Science
Healthful Living and Fitness Education
Tourism, Recreation, & Sport
Recreation Therapy
Respiratory Therapy