Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Exercise Science

Date Posted: April 26, 2012

Rank: Open
Specialization(s): Biomechanics and Strength and Conditioning

Search # 12-051

Brief Description of Duties/Responsibilities:
• This is a 10-month tenure-track position.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate Exercise Science courses including Biomechanics, Strength & Conditioning, Anatomy & Physiology, and/or other courses as assigned by the Exercise Science Department Chairperson.  Course content may be applied to physical activity, fitness, sport, and/or health promotion in healthy, clinical and/or special populations.
• Conduct and publish research/scholarly activity in the areas of exercise science and/or related areas of study.
• Advise and direct student research (i.e. Master's Theses, Independent Studies, Undergraduate Honor's Theses)
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students in Exercise Science - Human Performance.
• Provide professional service to the Department, School, and University.

Required Qualifications:
• Earned doctorate in exercise science, kinesiology or related field.
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively at university level in related courses described above.
• Ability to engage in meaningful scholarly activity, leading to presentations at professional meetings and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Potential for obtaining grants from internal and external sources.

Preferred Qualifications:
• National Strength and Conditioning Association certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification (CSCS).
• Ability to work and interact successfully with students, colleagues and the community
• Professional involvement including leadership activities and certifications in ACSM, NSCA and other related organizations

Application Process:

Please submit Letter of Interest, Current Curriculum Vita, Official Graduate Transcripts, and Three Letters of Recommendation to:

Robert S. Axtell, Ph.D.
Search Committee Chair
Exercise Science Department
Southern Connecticut State University
125 Wintergreen Avenue
New Haven, CT 06515

Start Date:  August 27, 2012

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and position will remain open until filled.

Southern Connecticut State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.