Assistant Professor - Kinesiology

Position Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at Butler University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track faculty position with a start date of August 2027. The successful candidate will be a dynamic, motivated, and collaborative faculty member who will recruit and teach undergraduate students in the Kinesiology program, support and contribute to our Human Performance Lab, collaborate with the Butler Institute for Sports & Entertainment, and liaise with Athletics. Students in the Kinesiology major may choose to add concentrations in Pre-Professional Studies, Applied Human Performance, and/or a minor in Sport Coaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-campus courses each semester. Teaching load may include classes in the Kinesiology major, the Sport Coaching minor, and/or the Butler University core curriculum
• Serve as an academic advisor for undergraduate students
• Engage in scholarship aligned with CEHD expectations for positive progress toward tenure
• Provide service to the Kinesiology Program, College, University, and broader professional community
• Contribute to building an inclusive learning environment that provides equal opportunity for success to all
   

Required Qualifications

- Earned doctorate from an accredited university in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Sport Science, Health Sciences, or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

While not everyone may meet all preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Expertise in Biomechanics, Applied Sport Science and/or Rehabilitation

  • Preparation to teach courses such as Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise, Kinesiology, Foundations of Therapeutic Rehabilitation, Functional Anatomy, or additional courses in the major

• A line of scholarship that can utilize the Human Performance Lab and involve undergraduate students in all aspects of the research process

• Specialized certifications such as licensed Physical Therapist (DPT), Certified Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), or other relevant certifications

• Interest and experience in responsive, human-centered, and experiential education

• Interest in innovative program delivery and development

• Ability to support learners from a variety of backgrounds with strong, student-centered instructional methods

• Alignment with the CEHD Shared Commitments and the mission of Butler University

To Apply

Candidates must submit:

• A letter of application outlining qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae. 

• Names, titles, and contact information of three professional references who can speak to the candidate’s excellence as an instructor.

Screening of applicants will begin on November 16, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For priority review, applicants should submit their application by November 30, 2026. For questions related to this position, please contact Alexis Methner at [email protected]. For more information about the College of Education and Human Development, please visit our website at https://www.butler.edu/education/.