Assistant Professor of Health & Exercise Science

Position Summary:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by:
November 6, 2026 Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group:
Faculty Division/Department:
College of Natural & Social Sciences/Health & Exercise Science Compensation Range: $68,156 - $72,330 (Instructor YIR 1-4) commensurate with experience in a comparable faculty appointment and according to the SOU faculty collective bargaining agreement Faculty Classification of Instruction Programs (CIP) Code anticipated: 31.05, Health and Physical Education/Fitness FLSA Status:
Exempt Appointment Basis: 9 month Time Type:
Full-time Benefits Eligible:
Yes Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration:
Renewable This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check:
Yes Work Location Type:
On Campus Worker Status:
Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

The College of Arts & Humanities at Southern Oregon University (SOU) is seeking applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Health & Exercise Science. The Department of Health & Exercise Science serves approximately 150 students and continues to grow. We offer degree pathways in Human Performance and Strength & Conditioning, Clinical Exercise Science, and Health Education and Promotion. Our Human Performance and Strength & Conditioning pathway is accredited by CASCE, and we plan to pursue CAAHEP-CoAES accreditation.

Faculty within the department teach and mentor students across all three areas while also collaborating with colleagues and programs throughout the university.

Teaching responsibilities will include coursework across the Health & Exercise Science program, with primary responsibilities in basic nutrition, sport and performance nutrition, and general health and well-being. Additional teaching assignments will be based on the candidate’s background and areas of expertise and may include courses in exercise and disease, exercise physiology, advanced exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, biomechanics, and/or care and prevention of injuries.

Other responsibilities include advising, mentorship, curriculum development, research, professional affiliations as appropriate, and other responsibilities as assigned. We offer excellent comprehensive health and retirement benefits. The start date is September 2027 and the position will be open until filled with priority deadline of November 6, 2026. Southern Oregon University is a public liberal arts institution of approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 250 graduate students.

The surrounding area is known for cultural offerings such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Ashland International Film Festival, and the Britt Music Festival. The region is noted for its unparalleled biodiversity and the university lies in close proximity to the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. The Rogue Valley is renowned for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and biking.

• Initial appointment at the rank of assistant professor requires a Ph.D. in the discipline taught; another appropriate terminal degree may also be considered.
• While ABD candidates are encouraged to apply, the degree must be conferred prior to the start date.
• Qualified to teach basic lower division nutrition, upper division sport/performance nutrition, and health courses.
• Applicants should have at least one year of experience teaching in higher education.
• Applicants should provide documented evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly activities.

• Ph.D. in nutrition, exercise…