AssistantAssociate Professor in Health Wellness and Exercise Science
AssistantAssociate Professor in Health Wellness and Exercise Science
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Job Description
Department: Health Wellness and Exercise Science
Job Status: FullTime
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Department Chair and Dean
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POSITION SUMMARY
Benedictine College invites professionals within the fields of sports management (preferred) kinesiology and exercise science to apply for a fulltime faculty position in their rapidly growing Health Wellness and Exercise Science Department.
This Assistant or Associate Professor position starts in Fall 2025. Main responsibilities pertaining to teaching:
- Foundations of Human Movement
- First Aid & Personal Safety
- Organization and Administration
- Sports Management Practicum
- Wellness for Life
- Sport Psychology
Other potential courses to teach or curriculum to develop:
- Sport Nutrition
- Personal and Community Health
- Tests and Measurements
- Fitness courses (such as: Beginning Gymnastics Weightlifting Dance Classes etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching 12 credits of classes per academic semester
- Actively participate in department meetings and growth planning
- Update current sports management curriculum
- Serve as an academic advisor to department majors and minors
- Engage in appropriate faculty service.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate should hold a masters or terminal degree in sports management exercise science kinesiology or associated fields. Doctorate degree preferred. Individuals with a personal and professional growth mindset are encouraged to apply. The following qualifications are highly preferred:
- Minimum 35 years of experience in fields related to Sports Management Exercise Science Athletic Training and/or Kinesiology
- Preferred certification in:
- First Aid/CPR/AED through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Postsecondary teaching experience preferred
CANDIDATE SUBMISSIONS
Applicants should submit the following:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- A written statement of teaching philosophy and interest
- Contact information of three references
The successful candidate will be a good fit for the Benedictine College Mission which states:
Heir to the 1500 years of Benedictine Dedication to learning Benedictine Colleges mission as a Catholic Benedictine liberal arts residential college is the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.
For questions concerning the position please contact Courtney Lewman at Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information about the HWES Department at Benedictine College please see the Department website at .
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Abilities
Stand F
Walk F
Sit O
Handling / Fingering O
Reach Outward O
Reach Above Shoulder N
Climb N
Crawl N
Squat or Kneel N
Bend N
Push / Pull
12 lbs or less N
1325 lbs N
2640 lbs N
41100 lbs N
Lift /Carry
10 lbs or less N
1120 lbs N
2150 lbs N
51100 lbs N
Over 100 lbs N
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33 of the time 0 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33 66 of the time 2.5 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66 of the time 5.5 hrs/day)
EOE
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
