Assistant/Associate Professor of Kinesiology – Motor Behavior – Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health

Assistant/Associate Professor of Kinesiology -- Motor Behavior -- Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Kinesiology - Motor Behavior - Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health Department Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health Department Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-10-01 Job Description Summary The Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health seeks a teacher-scholar in Motor Behavior who will contribute to the department's undergraduate and graduate programs through high-quality teaching, an active program of research, and student mentorship. The successful candidate will bring expertise in Motor Control, Motor Learning, and related areas that strengthens the breadth of the kinesiology curriculum, complements existing departmental strengths, and supports collaborative scholarship. The faculty member will be expected to contribute to a collaborative academic environment and participate actively in the teaching, research, and service missions of the department. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Motor Control, Motor Learning, Biomechanics, and related kinesiology courses; establishing and maintaining an active research program; pursuing external funding; advising and mentoring students; and engaging in service at the departmental, college, University, and professional discipline levels. This is a full-time, tenure-track, on-campus position that requires regular campus presence and active engagement with students. The appointment is expected to begin in August 2027. Job Description The Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health seeks a teacher-scholar in Motor Behavior who will contribute to the department's undergraduate and graduate programs through high-quality teaching, an active program of research, and student mentorship. The successful candidate will bring expertise in Motor Control, Motor Learning, and related areas that strengthens the breadth of the kinesiology curriculum, complements existing departmental strengths, and supports collaborative scholarship. The faculty member will be expected to contribute to a collaborative academic environment and participate actively in the teaching, research, and service missions of the department. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Motor Control, Motor Learning, Biomechanics, and related kinesiology courses; establishing and maintaining an active research program; pursuing external funding; advising and mentoring students; and engaging in service at the departmental, college, University, and professional discipline levels. This is a full-time, tenure-track, on-campus position that requires regular campus presence and active engagement with students. The appointment is expected to begin in August 2027. Minimum Qualifications Assistant professor: Ph.D. by the date of appointment in Motor Behavior, Motor Control, Motor Learning, Human Movement Science, Motor Neuroscience, Kinesiology, or a closely related discipline. Associate Professor: Ph.D. in Motor Behavior, Motor Control, Motor Learning, Human Movement Science, Motor Neuroscience, Kinesiology, or a closely related discipline, and evidence of an established, externally funded research program, excellence in teaching, and a record of service commensurate with rank. Consideration may be given to candidates with: - Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Motor Con