Assistant Professor - Kinesiology

Kinesiology Assistant Professor Positions

The Kinesiology Department in the College of Health and Wellness at the University of North Georgia (UNG) is currently accepting applications for two tenure-track assistant professor positions to teach in the areas of kinesiology, exercise science, and health and fitness on the Dahlonega Campus. The anticipated start date is January 01, 2027, but an August start date will also be considered.

The position is a 10-month appointment.

Teach at least 12 credit hours per semester (fall/spring) in the undergraduate and/or graduate programs. Advise undergraduate and/or graduate students. Contribute to service at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels. Demonstrate a commitment to a research agenda and the production of scholarship/research. Collaborate with Department of Kinesiology, College of Health and Wellness, and institutional faculty to foster student and program success.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include contemporary knowledge of teaching and learning practices, contemporary knowledge of theoretical and applied concepts in a kinesiology-related field, ability to work effectively and collegially with peers within the department, College, and across campuses and programs, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

An earned doctorate in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology or related Kinesiology field. Teaching and research experience in exercise science, health and fitness or related fields. Experience teaching in primarily face-to-face settings.

Preferred expertise teaching or working in areas such as cardiovascular conditioning, Personal and Public Health, Exercise Epidemiology and Aging, Exercise Testing and Prescription, Exercise Leadership, or Sports Nutrition. Preferred expertise teaching or working in the field of sports or elite performance (including areas such as strength and conditioning at the college or professional level, formal training in applied sports performance, or consulting).

Professional certifications and/or licenses in the field of Kinesiology such as CSCS, ACSM-EP, or USAW.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts. Contact information for three professional references.

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The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance.

Please note:

the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.