Instructor Pool - Kinesiology

The Kinesiology program in the School of Exercise, Sports, and Health Science in the College of Health at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more fixed term, non-tenure track full/part-time Instructor positions to teach courses on a term-by-term basis for the  academic year. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the School Head.

Salary is competitive and will be negotiated with the School Head. Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. We passionately believe that health is for all people. The School of Exercise, Sports, and Health Science explores the science of movement and comprises degrees in kinesiology, athletic training, adapted physical education and physical therapy. The Kinesiology major prepares students for careers in physical activity and fitness/wellness such as organizing, directing or managing physical fitness programs;

personal trainer; fitness instructor; exercise physiologist; strength and fitness coach; and fitness entrepreneur. The degree can also serve as preparation for applications to a master’s level physical education teacher education program, medical school, a professional program in the allied health professions (e.g. physical or occupational therapy, nursing, physician assistant) or other graduate education. Interested applicants should have expertise in the core areas of Kinesiology listed above.

• Teach and administer undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology and/or Athletic Training.
• Hold regular office hours to assist students with coursework and answer questions regarding curriculum.
• May supervise graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MS in Kinesiology, Exercise & Sport Science, or closely related discipline appropriate to the field of teaching/instructional tasks.
• Experience with modern pedagogical techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences verbally and in writing.
• Evident commitment to educational excellence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in Kinesiology, Exercise & Sport Science, or closely related discipline appropriate to the field of teaching/instructional tasks.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.

Movement is a part of everyday life and holds the power to improve lives. If you thrive on sharing your enthusiasm for health and physical activity with others, join us at Oregon State University, in the School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences. Oregon State’s kinesiology and athletic training programs incorporate the sciences — including anatomy, physiology, sociology and psychology — when looking at the effect of movement on the body.

Salary commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

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Salary commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

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Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life.
• OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources,…