Temporary Faculty Health Sciences and Kinesiology - Sport and Exercise Psychology

Part-Time Instructor In Sport And Exercise Psychology

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth.

The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority.

With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services.

Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Within this setting, the Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology is a dynamic and growing unit of over 50 faculty and staff serving over 2,000 majors enrolled in a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. This position will fill teaching needs within the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Program.

The Part-Time Instructor in Sport and Exercise Psychology requires the individual to teach no more than two courses per semester that may include Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology (KINS 3132), practicum (KINS 7733), and internship (KINS 7799).

Earned master
¿ s degree in Sport Psychology, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Sport Psychology, by August 1, 2026 Active Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®) Credential Active membership on the Registry of Approved Mentors through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives. Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Ability and/or willingness to learn to teach in an online environment Ability to contribute to a positive work environment in the Department, College, and University Technological literacy and a commitment to integrate technology into teaching

Minimum of one year of college/university teaching in sport psychology Doctorate Degree in Sport Psychology, or closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Sport Psychology, by August 1, 2026

Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae ; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Interim Department Chair Dr. Keri Mans, Interim Chair of Health Sciences and Kinesiology Email: kmans Telephone:  For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at  or oneusgsupport.

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