Assistant Professor- Sport & Exercise Psychology

Bridgewater College invites applications for a full-time nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Health and Human Sciences (Sport & Exercise Psychology) position beginning August 10 2026.

We are seeking an educator with expertise in sport and exercise psychology and experience in coaching or coaching education. The successful candidate will prepare students to understand the mental motivational and performance-related aspects of sport exercise and coaching in a student-centered learning environment.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Teach undergraduate courses in sport psychology coaching and related Health and Human Sciences areas based on departmental needs and your expertise
• Connect course content to real-world coaching athlete development and performance settings
• Advise mentor and recruit students interested in sport exercise health and coaching careers
• Contribute to curriculum assessment program development and continuous improvement
• Participate in departmental school College and professional service
• Help foster a collaborative and engaging learning environment for students

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned terminal degree in a health sciences field with a specialization in Sport and Exercise Psychology such as a Ph.D. or Ed.D.
• Experience in coaching or coaching education
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in sport psychology and coaching
• Strong communication skills and commitment to student-centered teaching

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Tuition benefits for eligible dependents
• A collaborative academic environment

GENERAL INFORMATION: Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville Washington D.C. and Richmond Bridgewater is home to a total student body of approximately 1450 from 27 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study more than 60 majors and minors in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 26 teams. To learn more about Bridgewater College visit:

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DEADLINE:Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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