Instructor/Assistant Professor, Exercise Science
Murray State University

Posting Number:

20250012FAC

Job Title:

Instructor/Assistant Professor, Exercise Science

Number of Vacancies:

1

About Murray State:

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information:

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State is an equal education and employment opportunities AA/Vets/Disabled employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

Academic Year

Position Type:

Faculty (Non-Tenure-Track)

Department:

Exercise Science

Anticipated Start Date:

Fall 2025

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Murray State University is seeking qualified applicants for a 9-month assistant professor (preferred) position or instructor in the School of Nursing and Health Professions.

Instructional responsibilities will support the undergraduate degree in exercise science. The successful candidate should possess strengths in the following areas including but not limited to: exercise testing, clinical exercise testing laboratory, exercise prescription, exercise counseling, facility management in the exercise professions, and senior seminars. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to innovative, high-quality classroom instruction, including active learning and the use of technology to promote excellence in learning. The Exercise Science program emphasizes critical thinking, written communication skills, and the application of theory and research for evidence-based practice.

A commitment to academic advising, engaging in scholarly activity and research, and providing service to the program, department, college, university, and community is expected. The faculty member will advise undergraduate students and will assist the program with managing the clinical exercise physiology lab, curricular development, accreditation reporting, marketing, and recruitment.

Minimum Education Requirements:

A candidate with a Doctorate degree in Exercise Physiology or closely related discipline with a background in applied exercise physiology is preferred. A Master's degree in Exercise Physiology or a closely related discipline is required for the rank of Instructor.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

Strong oral and written communication skills. Commitment to, and potential for, innovative, high-quality active learning in the classroom, including experiential learning.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants with prior faculty teaching experience and scholarship. Demonstrated interprofessional education and collaboration. An American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification as an exercise physiologist or clinical exercise physiologist, or other related national certification. Expertise in working with diverse clinical populations. Potential for, or history of, active service participation and/or leadership roles in university, community, and/or professional organizations.
Note: If the successful candidate is master's prepared, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track, instructor. If the successful candidate holds a terminal degree, the position will be filled as a tenure-track, assistant professor.

Pay Plan:

Faculty II

Posting Date:

12/12/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching philosophy
• Statement of research interests
• Copies of transcripts

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by January 12, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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