Instructor or Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and Sport

Description

The School of Exercise Science and Sport (ESS) in the College of Professional Studies at Millikin University invites applications for an Instructor or Assistant Professor faculty position.  We seek innovative candidates who can contribute to the educational mission of the School of Exercise Science and Sport. Candidates will have opportunities to instruct students in the Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport and Recreation Management undergraduate programs and in the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program. The position is a ten-month contract, beginning August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities of this appointment include teaching, scholarship/artistic achievement/ professional engagement, and University service. Teaching assignments are based on expertise. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, participating in recruiting, maintaining a scholarly agenda consistent with Millikin University's mission, vision, and values, as well as accreditation standards. Participation in program, school, college, and university service is also required.

Qualifications

Qualifications for the position include:

•         Clinical or academic degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport and Recreation Management, Athletic Training, or related field.

•         Master's accepted, Doctorate preferred.*

•         Contemporary expertise in one of the ESS areas congruent with areas of teaching.

•         Certification and in good standing with Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC) to teach in the MSAT program.

•         A minimum of one year of postsecondary level teaching experience.

•         Commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service at the university level.

•         Professional qualities that advance successful collaboration within the School of Exercise Science and Sport and across the University.

*Tenure-track Assistant Professor status requires a terminal doctoral degree.

Application Instructions

To apply, please go to www.millikin.edu/employment.  While completing the application, candidates will be prompted to submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references, and a statement of teaching philosophy. The application letter should discuss specifically how one's professional experiences and perspectives relate to the needs of the position and of Millikin University. The University's mission, vision, and values statements may be reviewed at: https://millikin.edu/about/mission-values

Salary commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled.

 

Employment and first day of work is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Millikin University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive. Millikin offers a competitive salary and full benefit package.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Millikin University does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national/ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, military/veteran status or membership in any group protected by state or federal law.  Furthermore, Millikin University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees, when needed, unless doing so would result in undue hardship.