Faculty Hiring!

Title: Assistant Professor, Kinesiology and Sport Management

VP Area: Provost

Department: ED-BEd Kinesiology and PE

Telework Availability: 

Employee Classification: Tenure Track Faculty (Full-time)

Appointment Percentage: 100

Months per year: 9

Recruiting Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is: $67,161. The internal salary range is $67,161 - $71,638

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: Yes

Job Purpose:

The Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management within the School of Education at Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are seeking an individual to join our vibrant and growing department, with a primary focus on enhancing the educational experience within the Kinesiology program. As one of the four fastest growing majors at Gonzaga University, the Kinesiology program is positioned for continued growth/expansion, and we are pursuing a candidate who will help us meet the evolving needs of our students.

We seek a candidate with a strong background in strength and conditioning, with the ability to teach a diverse range of courses within the Kinesiology program. Possible teaching assignments include: Strength and Conditioning, Exercise Prescription, Exercise Testing, Introduction to Kinesiology and Sport Management, Anatomy and Physiology I/II, Motor Development, Kinesiology Capstone, and additional classes based upon candidate’s expertise and the needs of the department.

An essential aspect of this position will be supporting Kinesiology majors during their time at Gonzaga. This includes advising and mentoring students on both program-specific and university-wide requirements, as well as guiding them in their preparation for employment or continued education upon graduation. Faculty at Gonzaga play a key role in the academic development of students, which includes mentorship and support of our students.

In addition to teaching and advising, faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly work and academic citizenship which contribute to the department, school, and university. Inclusion of students in scholarly activities is encouraged, to provide valuable hands-on learning experiences, and develop research skills to prepare them for future academic or professional careers.

The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative faculty that is committed to student development and learning. We seek a candidate whose expertise will complement and strengthen our department’s mission and contribute to the broader goals of Gonzaga University, particularly in the context of educating students for lives of leadership and service for the common good.

Link to the Gonzaga Mission Statement

Essential Functions:

• Teach the equivalent of 18 semester credits within the Kinesiology program over the course of the academic year 
• Collaborate with department and university colleagues
• Perform scholarly work as indicated in the faculty handbook
• Advise/mentor students within the Kinesiology program
• Align course content with national organization standards 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or a closely related field (ABD may be considered, with the expectation that the candidate will have their degree in hand by July 15, 2025)
• Current National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification; or ability to complete certification by contract start date
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in the classroom

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching record in higher education/evidence of teaching excellence
• Record of aligning coursework and/or programs to national standards
• Record of working in laboratory settings
• Commitment to undergraduate mentoring through formal and informal advising
• Demonstrated record of teaching and mentoring students with diverse backgrounds, identities, cultures, and experiences

Educational Requirement:

Terminal Degree

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials:

Application letter addressing specific qualifications of the position (cover letter)

Detailed curriculum vitae

Teaching philosophy statement that includes evidence of potential for teaching excellence and describes how the candidate proposes to create and maintain an inclusive environment that can support and promote learning for students with a variety of backgrounds and identities, including groups that are historically marginalized

Provide teaching evaluations (if available)

Names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references will be collected from advancing candidates during the interview process. References will be sent a link to upload a confidential letter of recommendation.

To apply, please visit our website at www.gonzaga.edu/jobs. Applicants must complete an online application. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Boe Burrus, Search Committee Chair, Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, at burrus@gonzaga.edu. Contact Human Resources at (509) 313-5966 with any technical or application issues. This position remains open until filled; to ensure consideration, please submit by January 12, 2025, midnight, Pacific Time.