Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Exercise Science

Recruitment #: F2613

Review Date: Open | Open until filled

Department: Division of Health and Exercise Science

Salary Rate: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Western Oregon University is a regional public, mid-sized university – committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in Monmouth, the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75 minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub.

Western is one of Oregon’s oldest public institutions of higher education and was incorporated into the state system as a teacher training institution in 1882. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in arts and sciences, education and professional areas. It’s known for small class sizes, a focus on sustainability and a diverse liberal arts education in a student-centered environment. Western is a Hispanic Serving institution, with over 40% of undergraduates being students of color.

Western Oregon University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in our Exercise Science program housed in the Division of Health and Exercise Science. We are seeking applicants with a background in biomechanics, anatomical kinesiology and other areas relevant to exercise science. Faculty may also teach core undergraduate courses and electives in the Exercise Science major.

The successful applicant would join a dynamic, student-centered, and collegial division with six other tenure-track faculty and several instructional faculty (please see our website at ). Position duties would entail teaching three 4-credit courses per term with a primary responsibility for Biomechanics and Anatomical Kinesiology, and electives in the applicant’s specialty areas. Engaging in high-impact educational practice, regular exercise science-related scholarship, and providing meaningful service to the division, university and profession is expected.

Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the following:

• Earned Doctorate (Ph.D., Dr. P.H., or Ed.D.) in exercise science, kinesiology, or closely related field (e.g. DPT) is required (ABD considered if degree requirements are completed prior to September 16, 2027). Teaching experience in higher education at the graduate and/or undergraduate level Experience building relationships with community partners Understanding exercise science topics related to improving health, quality of life, and/or fitness/performance Experience in student mentorship Evidence of productive scholarship

As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check. For positions that require a formal degree as a minimum qualification, the university will also verify educational credentials.

Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employees, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We embrace our differences and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.