Visiting Assistant Professor Health and Human Physiological Sciences
Visiting Assistant Professor Health and Human Physiological Sciences
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$ 66000 - 70000
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Job Description
Skidmore College invites applications for two fulltime faculty replacement positions at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor in the Health and Human Physiological Sciences Department for theacademic year. The positions will be for 1year.
The successful candidate will be able to teach several courses from among the following: Exercise Physiology Exercise Physiology Lab Nutrition Exercise Testing and Prescription and/or Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab. The successful candidate will join an energetic and collegial department that is passionate about teaching undergraduates. The position involves teaching 18 contact hours per year which approximates a 3:2 course load.However the department views this opportunity as a teaching postdoc with opportunity for mentorship and professional development through the department and the Center for Leadership Teaching and Learning (CLTL). Collaborative research opportunities (preclinical to clinical/applied physiology) will be available and encouraged though not required.
Qualifications: a Ph.D. in the area of exercise/applied physiology/kinesiology although A.B.D. candidates and applicants with an MS degree will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience.
The college encourages candidates from underrepresented groups and individuals who have demonstrated experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching research and/or service to apply.
To be considered for this position please complete the online application and attach the following documents:1 a cover letter that addresses why you are interested in this position and includes which courses you are able and interested in teaching 2 curriculum vitae (or resume) 3 brief teaching statement that describes your teaching philosophy and pedagogical approaches and plans including how you plan to support our diverse student population and 4 unofficial copies of graduate school transcripts. To complete your application you must also enter the names affiliations and contact information of three professional references who can respond in a timely fashion.If you have questions please contact Human Resources at:or.
Pay range: $66000 $70000
Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9month annual salary).
- Unique applicable skills.
About Skidmore College
Skidmore College is a highly selective nationally ranked liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning and values diversity. Our student population consists of approximately 2650 undergraduates of whom 26 are domestic students of color 15 are firstgeneration college students and 11 are international students. With its relatively small size and low studentfaculty ratio 8:1 the College is a closeknit academic community. The Health & Human Physiological Sciences Department is located in the recently opened Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences a stateoftheart teaching and learning space that fosters unique interdisciplinary connections across the sciences.
Located in the vibrant community of Saratoga Springs New York the 1200acre Skidmore campus is adjacent to the Adirondack Mountains and is only a 30minute drive from Albany and a 3hour drive from New York City Boston and Montreal. Rail service from the Saratoga Amtrak station offers additional travel options including a direct line to New York City. Travel & Leisure calls Saratoga Springs one of Americas best college towns.
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and as an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race color creed religion gender age national or ethnic origin physical or mental disability military or veteran status marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information predisposition or carrier status domestic violence victim status familial status dating violence or stalking or any other category protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.
No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position
All bargaining unit faculty members shall be covered bya collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union Local 200United.
Employment Type
Full-Time
