This is a full-time, tenure eligible faculty position, requiring a balance of teaching (60%), scholarship (20%), and service (20%). Teaching load for this position is typically 9 credits (3 courses) per semester. In addition to quality teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to develop and sustain an independent research line related to their area of expertise, and participate in Department, College/University, and Community/Professional service.

Additional Information:

The Department of Health Sciences, within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at Northern Arizona University, invites applicants for a full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Fitness Wellness. The successful candidate would have access to two teaching and research labs (Fitness Assessment and Sport Training – FAST lab and Laboratory for Exercise and Nutrition-LEAN lab) along with the CHHS space in the new NAU Student-Athlete High Performance Center Sims & Treharne Collaborative Research Lab.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

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NAU is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctoral degree in Applied Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise & Wellness, or a related field.  Candidates nearing completion of a doctorate (ABD) may be considered, but the doctoral degree must be conferred by the start date.
• University or community college teaching experience as the primary instructor of record.
• Prior experience in the development, implementation, and dissemination of research.