Faculty - Exercise Science Job Oak Park area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor for the Exercise Science Doctoral Program. Specifically, the program is seeking a candidate with expertise in Neuromuscular Physiology and Biomechanics. The ideal candidate would have the ability to teach doctoral-level courses related to Neuromuscular Response to Exercise, Biomechanics, and Research Design as it relates to Exercise Science.

Anticipated start date:
Summer 2026

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility includes teaching 24 credit hours in the doctoral Exercise Science program each year

Responsible for maintaining a courses' curriculum including but not limited to:

Updating required and recommended readings
Updating syllabi
Updating course content
Completing annual assessment map

Additional responsibilities include:

Serving on dissertation committees
Grading comprehensive examinations

Service to the program, department, college, university, profession, and community is expected

Other duties as assigned by the Program Lead and/or Chair

Skill Sets

Experience with learning management systems, preferred Blackboard

Content expertise in Neuromuscular Physiology and Biomechanics
3. Experience with online pedagogy
4. Proficient with lecture recording to aid in online education
5. Strong administrative skills
6. Superior communication skills; both written and verbal

Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago

Minimum Experience Required

Experience teaching in a Exercise Science-related graduate program Teaching online for a Higher Education program Record of mentorship of graduate students Record of scholarship

Education Requirements

Completed PhD in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or closely related field

Compensation and Benefits

Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HAS)
Disability and Survivor Plan
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information

Cover letter

Resume/CV

Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)

Names and phone numbers of three references

* Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.

EEO Statement

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

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