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Title: Part-time Instructor, Exercise and Sport Science

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 24R000 - College of Health Sciences

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:  Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Retirement:   None 

Contact Person: Matthew J Sabin

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Parks, Recreation, Exercise and Sport Science (PRESS) at Eastern Kentucky University invites applicants for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in the Exercise and Sport Science program.

Course topics may include, but are not limited to: strength and conditioning, pre-professional healthcare (pre-athletic training or physical therapy), exercise and wellness, fitness, wellness experiences and activities courses in martial arts, or other specific activities courses.

To be considered to teach undergraduate level courses, applicants should hold an earned doctorate or master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline) OR a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or relevant discipline) and documented experience in the field upon approval.

Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, depending on departmental needs.

Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: For undergraduate courses, an earned doctorate or master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline) OR a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sport Science (or relevant discipline) and documented experience in the field upon approval.

Licensure & Certifications: (*specific courses may require certification or licensure related to the topic area and if not submitted in the original application, may be requested)

Preferred Qualifications:

For activities courses: Individuals must have the minimum qualifications and appropriate instructor certifications/experience to teach various activity courses within the department or significant experience to demonstrate expertise.

For teaching core courses: Individuals will need a minimum of a masters degree in Exercise and Sport Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field to teach undergraduate courses or a bachelor's degree and significant experience to demonstrate expertise. Individuals will need a terminal degree in the discipline to teach graduate level courses or a masters degree and significant experience to determine expertise.

Job Duties:

• Teach courses as assigned at the times and in locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students. - (Essential)
• Communicate effectively with department administration and students regarding assigned courses. - (Essential)
• Submit course feedback using EKU's learning management and grade submission systems in a timely manner and in accordance with EKU's academic calendar. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions: Applicants must upload the following documentation as part of the application:
- Vitae/Resume
- Copies of unofficial transcripts (official submitted upon offer and as condition of employment)
- Relevant certificates or certifications (ie. yoga instructor, ACE fitness instructor, proof of martial arts training level, etc.)

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.