Assistant Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition

Assistant Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition

Assistant Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi,
United States

Division School of Kinesiology and Nutrition

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date August 1, 2027

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2026.All questions concerning the position should be directed to Dr. Paul Donahue (paul.donahue), Search Committee Chair.

Applicants should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and 2 statements: (1) research accomplishments and 3-year plan (3 page maximum, not including references), and (2) teaching philosophy (2 page maximum). Candidates should also provide a list of three professional references and official transcripts indicating all degrees.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Join a growing and dynamic program at The University of Southern Mississippi. The School of Kinesiology and Nutrition invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2027. Based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, this in-person position seeks an innovative and collaborative scholar with expertise in sport coaching, applications of motor development and/or motor learning, and/or coach development. The successful candidate will develop a productive research agenda, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and contribute to service.

Candidates whose interests align with coach preparation, applied motor learning and development, or coach education are especially encouraged to apply. The School of Kinesiology and Nutrition serves more than 600 students and includes 27 faculty and staff. With five undergraduate programs, three master's programs, an active doctoral program, and state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities, the School offers a collaborative environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

As a Carnegie R1 institution, USM is committed to excellence across research, teaching, and service. Faculty are supported in building the type of academic career they envision, with opportunities to pursue impactful scholarship while maintaining a healthy and sustainable work-life balance. Combined with the School's close-knit culture, USM and Hattiesburg provide an inviting place for faculty and their families to live, work, and thrive.

• Develop and maintain an active research agenda in sport coaching, applied motor development/motor learning, coach development, or related areas.
• Pursue scholarly dissemination through high-quality publications, presentations, and external funding opportunities.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the School in face-to-face and online formats.
• Collaborate with School faculty to enhance curriculum and continuous improvement processes required for accreditation.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students through teaching and research.
• Participate in school, university, professional, and community service activities.

Doctoral degree in Sport Coaching, Kinesiology, Sport Pedagogy, Motor Behavior, Exercise Science, Sport Science, or a closely related field (by August 2027). Evidence of potential to conduct and disseminate high-quality research. Demonstrated potential to teach at the college level.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team of scientists.

Research/expertise in skill acquisition, applied motor behavior, athlete development, and/or sport pedagogy. Experience in coaching sport teams at the high school and/or collegiate level. Experience in teaching graduate courses at the senior college/university level across multiple instructional formats including online and face-to-face. Established or emerging focused program of research with evidence of scholarly productivity. An established research focus demonstrated through both publications and pursuit of extramural funding.