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Job Description - Assistant Professor of Kinesiology


Assistant Professor – Kinesiology – University of Jamestown
Position Title: Assistant Professor - Kinesiology
Location: Jamestown, North Dakota
Employment Type: Full-time, 9-month faculty position
Application Deadline: Open until filled
FLSA Status: Exempt

The Foss School of Kinesiology invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Kinesiology to join our team beginning Fall 2026. We seek an enthusiastic scholar-educator with expertise in areas such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning/control, strength and conditioning, sport science, health promotion, or related fields. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, student advising, and service within a supportive, collaborative environment.

About the University of Jamestown:
The University of Jamestown (UJ) is a private, liberal arts university founded in 1883, committed to providing a student-centered education that combines academic excellence with professional preparation and personal growth. Located in Jamestown, North Dakota, UJ offers a close-knit community with small class sizes, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on holistic student development.
The Foss School of Kinesiology is a vibrant academic unit offering undergraduate programs in Exercise Science (Pre-Physical Therapy, Strength & Conditioning, and Kinesiology), Health & Fitness Administration, Health & Physical Education Teacher Education (K-12), and related areas. Our program prepares students for careers in exercise physiology, physical therapy, fitness, teaching, coaching, and more — as well as graduate studies. The department features up-to-date curriculum, new facilities with modern equipment, and dedicated faculty who provide personalized mentorship.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Teach a variety of undergraduate Kinesiology courses, such as:
    • Exercise Physiology (Lecture/lab)
    • Methods in Aerobic & Anaerobic Training
    • Senior Seminar in Physical Education/Health & Fitness Administration
    • Intro to Kinesiology
    • Concepts of Fitness & Wellness
  • Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including internships and career preparation
  • Participate in departmental, school, and university service (e.g., committee work, program development, community engagement)
  • Collaborate on interdisciplinary initiatives, particularly with our Doctor of Physical Therapy program
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or a closely related field.
  • CSCS certified (NSCA)
  • Passion for excellence in teaching at an undergraduate institution and student success.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ph.D in Kinesiology or a related field.
  • Previous higher education teaching experience.
  • Experience in strength and conditioning, clinical exercise physiology, or pre-professional advising (e.g., pre-PT tracks)
Application Process:
Provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or public assistance, in accordance with applicable laws. Sexual harassment, which includes acts of sexual violence, is a type of sex discrimination. The University will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination, and any such conduct is prohibited. The University also prohibits any form of discipline or retaliation for reporting incidents of discrimination.
 
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