AssistantAssociate Professor of Health Science and Human Performance
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Job Location:
River Forest, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 61600 - 74000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the full-time faculty position in the Health & Human Performance Program. Specifically the program is seeking a candidate with expertise in Scientific Writing and Measurement & Evaluation Techniques in Health & Human Performance. The ideal candidate would have the ability to also teach graduate-level courses related to cardiovascular and neuromuscular responses to exercise and/or sports nutrition. This position is located in River Forest IL.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Teaches 24 hours per year in the Health & Human Performance program
- Maintains curriculum at course level
- Serves on dissertation committees
- Grades comprehensive examinations
- Maintains a robust record of scholarship
- Pursues professional development in order to maintain best practices
- Performs other duties as assigned by Program Director Division Chair or Dean
- Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Skill Sets:
- Demonstrated content expertise in Scientific Writing Measurement & Evaluation in Health & Human Performance
- Demonstrated record of mentorship of graduate students and scholarship
- Proficiency with learning management systems preferred Blackboard
- Proficiency with online pedagogy
- Proficient with lecture recording to aid in online education
- Strong administrative skills including related computer and technology skills
- Superior verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
- Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
Minimum Experience Required:
- A minimum of 1 year of experience teaching in a Health & Human Performance-related graduate program is required
- Prior experience teaching online for a Higher Education program is preferred
Education Requirements:
- A completed PhD in Exercise Science Kinesiology Exercise Physiology or closely related field is required
- Undergraduate certification or colloquy completion as a professional church worker in the LCMS is preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include but are not limited to the following:
- Health Dental and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability and Survivor Plan
- Retirement Pension Plan
- Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
- Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)
Application Information:
Interested individuals should include the following in their online application:
- Cover letter
- Resume/CV
- Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)
- Names and phone numbers of three references
* Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.
Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race color national or ethnic origin disability sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod however and to the extent allowed by law Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.
Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee teach or support our international programs.
About Concordia University Chicago:
Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology Arts & Humanities College of Business College of Education and College of Health Science & Technology Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010 and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education rooted in the Gospel at .
Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth integrity and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod as it forms students for vocations in church family and the world.
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Concordia University Chicago - where ideas inspire you, the Gospel lives and forms you, and God's calling takes root. CUC prepares is preparing the next generation of leaders to live lives fulfilled by purpose and meaning.
