What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Kinesiology position at Minot State University?
Position Description & Details
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Kinesiology
LOCATION: Minot State University Department of Science
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full-time, Tenure-track
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
JOB SUMMARY:
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned graduate degree in health and physical education, or a closely related field, by appointment date in August 2027. (Doctorate preferred; master's considered)
- At least 18 graduate credits in the teaching discipline
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Experience working with diverse groups.
Preferred Qualifications:
- K-12 health and physical education teaching experience
- Teaching experience in teacher preparation for K-12 health and physical education
- Evidence of high-quality instruction, advising, and mentoring of students in college or university settings
- Experience with CAEP
- Involvement in professional organizations in health and physical education at both the state and national levels (e.g., State SHAPE, SHAPE America)
- Experience mentoring undergraduate research
BENEFITS:
Minot State University offers a competitive benefit package including a generous TIAA retirement plan, employer paid family health insurance, basic life insurance, tuition waiver benefits for employees and their spouse/dependent, and more. Explore MSU benefits to learn more.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants should apply online at the MSU HR web page and upload a cover letter specifically addressing the job qualifications, a current resume/CV, and the documents listed below. Professional references will be contacted when a candidate is selected as a finalist.
To be considered for this position, and in order to move forward in the search process, applicants must upload:
- Cover letter (2-page max)
- Resume/CV
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy (2-page max)
- List of names and contact information for three references familiar with your teaching and/or research
- Unofficial copies of all degree-granting transcripts
Applicants who are veterans and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD214 with the application for employment; claims for disabled veteran’s preference must include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating disability, or the veteran’s death certificate. Due to access to restricted information, the successful candidate will be required to complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
If you have questions about the position, programs, or Minot State University, please contact:
Bryan Schmidt, Ph.D., Department Science Chair
b.schmidt@ndus.edu
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship and I-9 employment certification is required at hire.
Persons who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact hr@minotstateu.edu
Additional Information
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:
Minot State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, or other characteristic protected by law. Women, minorities, veterans, individual with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran status, and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.
All information provided for this position will be available to Human Resources, and EO/Title IX for non-hiring purposes.
Confidentiality of Application Materials:
Pursuant to the NDCC 44-04-18.27, The applications and any records related to the applications which contain information that could reasonably be used to identify an applicant are exempt. Once the finalists are designated, the applications and related records of the finalists are open to the public. The public entity or other person reviewing applications on behalf of the public entity shall comply with all requirements for an executive session to discuss exempt applications. If, by the close of the application period for a vacant position, a public entity receives applications from fewer than three applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the applications and records related to Page No. 15the applications are open to the public. A public entity may adopt policies regarding the release of exempt records under this section.
Veterans’ Preference:
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility prior to the job posting closure date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22, and if claiming disabled status, a current (within the last 12 months) letter of disability from the Veterans Administration.
Clery Statement:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Minot State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the University's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ worth of crime statics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the MSU Office of Safety and Security located at 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND, 58707.