LaGrange College seeks to fill a tenure-track appointment in exercise science, with specialization in strength and conditioning, at the rank of assistant or associate professor beginning August 1, 2024.

LaGrange College seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. If you embrace our values of excellence, service, diversity, civility, and inclusion, and are committed to modeling those attributes in our community, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration.

A Ph.D. in exercise science, kinesiology, exercise physiology, or a related field is required, although outstanding ABD candidates will be considered. The successful candidate must complete their terminal degree prior to the end of their second year in the position, and must possess the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential from the NSCA prior to the start date.

The current teaching load is 24 credit hours per year (4-4 load), including introductory coursework, upper-level courses in the candidate’s field(s) of specialization, and courses that satisfy the college’s general education curriculum, known as Ethos. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to serve in exercise science, one of the largest major programs on campus and will be instrumental in offering a new exercise science concentration in strength and conditioning beginning in Fall 2024, and supervise and mentor undergraduate research projects in the field. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, professional development, and institutional service, as well as an understanding of, and appreciation for, the mission of liberal arts institutions. 

Interested candidates should visit https://lagrangecollege.applicantstack.com/x/openings to apply for the position and to view other positions available at the college. Required documents include: 

• A letter of interest describing the alignment of the candidate’s qualifications with the position requirements
• Current curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A diversity statement describing the candidate’s experience with, and advocacy for, diversity, equity, and inclusion activities in the classroom and on campus
• A statement of scholarly interests
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (copies are fine at this point)
• Contact information (only) for three professional references

Applications received by May 8, 2024, will receive full consideration, although the review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate will undergo a background check as a prerequisite for the position. Any questions about the position should be addressed to officeoftheVPAA@lagrange.edu. This position is subject to final budget approval.

LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.