Assistant Professor of Kinesiology​/Exercise Science

Located in Eureka, Illinois, and chartered in 1855, Eureka College cultivates excellence in learning, service and leadership while providing students uniquely personalized and custom educational opportunities.

Originally founded by abolitionist members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Eureka College holds the unique distinction of being the first college in Illinois and only the third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. The college, which is located on nearly 70 wooded acres in central Illinois, is the smallest of only 23 colleges and universities to ever award a bachelor's degree to a future President of the United States.

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within its administration, faculty, staff, and students.

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Position:Assistant Professor of Kinesiology/Exercise Science

Location: Eureka, IL

Remote Status: On-Site

Job :294

# of Openings:1

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Kinesiology - Exercise Science

REPORTS TO: Chair of Science and Mathematics, Dr. Marygrace Kaiser

POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Science and Mathematics at Eureka College invites applications for a full-time position in Kinesiology-Exercise Science at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track), starting in January or August 2027. The successful candidate will teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits annually) along with assisting in advising students majoring in Kinesiology-Exercise Science and pre-professional tracks and occasionally mentoring senior thesis projects as part of the college’s Honors Program.

The Kinesiology faculty may be required to participate in the college’s interdisciplinary programs including teaching a first year seminar or 10 Essentials (general education) course at Eureka College. This position has the potential to be offered as a 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor position (with the potential for becoming tenure-track) if degree qualifications and/or preferred experience are not met at day one.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits per academic year) of undergraduate coursework.

Courses in the current academic year include:

• Intro to Health, Fitness, and Performance
• Social and Psychological Aspects of Physical Activity
• Tests and Measurements in KIN
• Motor Development
• Biomechanics
• Exercise Physiology I and II

Future courses could include and/or introduce:

• Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II
• Sports Administration
• Areas of specialty

• Help assess the kinesiology-exercise science program and propose innovations to meet the demands of the current job market and student interests.
• Serve on college committees.
• Participate in faculty governance (monthly meetings).
• Supervise undergraduate honors theses & research (as needed).
• Help in the recruiting process of future/prospective students.

May supervise student workers.

• PhD in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field
  or ABD with the requirements for the PhD completed by the appointment time of Jan or August 1, 2027.
• MS applications will also be considered for a Visiting Assistant Professor, 1-year appointment.
• Desirable: Previous teaching in higher education

Area of specialization should preferably align with or compliment existing program expertise in one or more of the following areas: biomechanics, exercise physiology, human performance, motor behavior, sport and exercise psychology, etc.

None

• Organized
• Skilled with Microsoft and electronic mail

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk or sit. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.