Lecturer, Kinesiology

Southern Utah University seeks candidates for a Lecturer in Kinesiology. This is a full-time, non-tenure track (NTT) position. Successful candidates will primarily teach courses in the Exercise Science undergraduate program. This position offers an outstanding benefits package including a 14.2% employer contribution to retirement (with no match required), preferred health and dental insurance, disability & life insurance, and employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA).

First consideration date 10/30/2025

Teach 15 credits per semester (Fall, Spring) in the Exercise Science program. Teaching responsibilities will primarily include multiple sections of PE 1098:
Wellness Dynamics. This is an undergraduate, general education (GE) course. Other courses taught could include PE 2100:
Stress Management and activity classes such as cross training or weight lifting.

* Prioritize educating and coaching students in personal health and wellness.

* Maintain contemporary expertise in health and wellness and associated curricula.

* If needed, teach other courses in the Exercise Science and/or Physical Education programs.

* Enthusiasm for helping students to learn and achieve, and a strong commitment to academic excellence are essential.

* Primary emphasis is on teaching. However, professional commitment and service to the university are expected and required for advancement.
• Participate in department and campus community committees, as assigned.
• Collaborate with colleagues to evaluate and accommodate changes and improvements within the department, college, and university.

* Other responsibilities may be assigned, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

* Earned master's degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field.

* Demonstrated successful teaching experience.

* Ability to incorporate experiential education into teaching.

* Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Terminal degree.

* Collegiate teaching level experience.

* Experience as a health and wellness coach.

* NBC-HWC is a preferred qualification. Other similar certifications such as ACSM-EP, ACSM-CEP, NSCA-CSCS, or comparable are beneficial.

* Demonstrated ability to engage in scholarly activities preferred.

Position is contingent on funding.