Assistant Professor of the Practice (Kinesiology)

Job Title

Assistant Professor of the Practice (Kinesiology)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

School of Public and Allied Health

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

This full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track position is designed to focus on high-quality teaching, practical application, and professional engagement in the field of kinesiology. This role emphasizes the integration of academic knowledge with industry and community practice to prepare students for workforce readiness and professional success. The successful candidate will also provide service to the department, college, and university, and must have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Responsibilities :

• Deliver undergraduate and / or graduate-level courses in kinesiology and related areas, emphasizing hands-on, applied learning experiences. This includes developing course materials, utilizing innovative teaching methods, and assessing student learning outcomes.
• Participate in the development and revision of the curriculum to ensure it meets current educational standards and industry needs.
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees, contributing to the governance and improvement of the institution.
• Participate in community outreach and extension activities that promote physical education and wellness.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the department and across disciplines on teaching, research, and service projects.

Required Education and Experience :

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Job Posting Close Date :

Required Attachments :

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume / CV or Resume / Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume / CV" or Resume / Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

Application Submission Guidelines :

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements :

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.