What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor (Kinesiology) in Health, Physical Education & Recreation position at Jackson State University?
Description
The Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) in the College of Education and Human Development invites applications for a position as Assistant/Associate/Full Professor.
Examples of Duties
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses within the HPER curriculum. This may include a variety of instructional methods such as in-person, hybrid, online, or any combination thereof.
- Develop and enhance HPER programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, ensuring alignment with current educational standards and best practices.
- Develop clinical competencies programming to prepare the next generation of therapist and Sport Science practitioners.
- Engage in and publish research, scholarly, and creative activities in your area or expertise, contributing to the academic field and enhancing the institution’s reputation.
- Pursue and sustain external funding through grants and partnerships to support research, program development, and student opportunities.
- Supervise and collaborate with undergraduate and graduate students on research projects, including overseeing graduate projects and theses.
- Mentor and advise students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, providing guidance on career paths and further educational opportunities.
- Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
- Create and support service-learning opportunities for students, integrating community engagement with academic learning.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or a closely related field.
- Track record or potential for interdisciplinary research, with a demonstrated ability to secure external funding and publish in relevant academic fields.
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Kinesiology, Clinical Exercise Science, Therapeutic Recreation, or related fields.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certification by a recognized professional body (e.g., American College of Sports Medicine – NSCA or ACSM CPT, Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist).