What are the responsibilities and job description for the Term Instructor/Assistant Professor - Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences position at Virginia Commonwealth University- College of Humanities and Sciences?
Advertising Summary
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking an Instructor or Assistant Professor with an emphasis in Health Science for a renewable term appointment (non-tenure eligible). This is a nine-month position with the opportunity to teach during the Summer session. This position will also undergo annual evaluations with opportunities for promotion following University guidelines.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of an earned Master’s Degree in Health Science or related field; A minimum of one year of teaching experience in higher education; competence in teaching undergraduate courses across a wide range of content areas such as health care delivery in the U.S.; Introduction to Epidemiology, Health Care Management; Nutrition for Health and Disease; Health Disparities in the US; Personal Health and Behavioral Change; Disease Trends, Prevention and Control; Coping and Adaptation; and Substance Abuse.
Willingness to support occasional evenings (classes scheduled between 8:00 AM and 9:40 PM) and weekends (recruitment or engagement activities).
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Health Science or related field; record of excellence in teaching and service activities in higher education; Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification; Demonstrated ability to strategize, implement, and build successful programs that enhance students’ professional development, academic success and belonging.
Application Process: Submit a letter of application that emphasizes candidate’s qualifications in meeting the required competencies for this position, including teaching competencies within the department’s curriculum, as well as evidence of teaching excellence. Submit a curriculum vitae, the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references to www.vcujobs.com. Candidates must agree to current and prior employers being contacted, if they are among a small group of finalists. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
University Job Title
Rank: Instructor/Assistant Professor
Tenure: Ineligible
Months: 9 months
Contact Information
Contact Name: Susan Zacharia
Contact Email: szacharia@vcu.edu
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking an Instructor or Assistant Professor with an emphasis in Health Science for a renewable term appointment (non-tenure eligible). This is a nine-month position with the opportunity to teach during the Summer session. This position will also undergo annual evaluations with opportunities for promotion following University guidelines.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of an earned Master’s Degree in Health Science or related field; A minimum of one year of teaching experience in higher education; competence in teaching undergraduate courses across a wide range of content areas such as health care delivery in the U.S.; Introduction to Epidemiology, Health Care Management; Nutrition for Health and Disease; Health Disparities in the US; Personal Health and Behavioral Change; Disease Trends, Prevention and Control; Coping and Adaptation; and Substance Abuse.
Willingness to support occasional evenings (classes scheduled between 8:00 AM and 9:40 PM) and weekends (recruitment or engagement activities).
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Health Science or related field; record of excellence in teaching and service activities in higher education; Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification; Demonstrated ability to strategize, implement, and build successful programs that enhance students’ professional development, academic success and belonging.
Application Process: Submit a letter of application that emphasizes candidate’s qualifications in meeting the required competencies for this position, including teaching competencies within the department’s curriculum, as well as evidence of teaching excellence. Submit a curriculum vitae, the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references to www.vcujobs.com. Candidates must agree to current and prior employers being contacted, if they are among a small group of finalists. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
University Job Title
Rank: Instructor/Assistant Professor
Tenure: Ineligible
Months: 9 months
Contact Information
Contact Name: Susan Zacharia
Contact Email: szacharia@vcu.edu