Assistant Professor, Educator, Exercise Science, CECH Human Services

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Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati 

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $88.8 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu. 

 

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service.  We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.   

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati is currently accepting applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor – Educator in Exercise Science. This 9-month, non-tenure-track position is responsible for: (a) teaching a diverse set of undergraduate and graduate courses including online courses; (b) assisting with programmatic growth and development; and (c) engaging in university, professional, and community service.  

About the University of Cincinnati and the School of Human Services

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, ten straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, and being recognized as a top public research university, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.85 billion and its endowment totals $2 billion.

 

Based on the Carnegie Foundation Classification System, The University of Cincinnati (www.uc.edu) is a Doctoral Granting Research University with very high research activity (RU/VH).  It is part of Ohio’s higher education system with approximately 53,000 students in attendance (12,000 graduate students).

 

The Exercise Science Program is located within the School of Human Services in the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology. The School also includes undergraduate and graduate programs in Behavior Analysis, Counseling, Sport Administration, Health Promotion and Education, and School Psychology. The School is a leader in online course and program development, and there are many innovative and collaborative activities across programs and with community partners.

Overview of Department/Program

The Exercise Science program directly offers a B.S. in Exercise Science, a M.S. in Exercise and Sport Science, and a M.S. in Health and Wellness Management. The undergraduate program includes optional tracks in Clinical Exercise Physiology and Strength and Conditioning, and is nationally accredited in Exercise Science by the CoAES/CAAHEP. It is also an Education Recognition Program (ERP) through the NSCA. Future plans may include the development of additional programs, such as a Ph.D. in Exercise Science and additional minors/certificates.

 

The Exercise Science program is housed on the main campus of the University of Cincinnati, in the Teachers-Dyer Complex. The program oversees the Bearcat Performance Lab, which consists of two research and teaching lab spaces within the building focused on strength, human performance, and exercise physiology. Both lab spaces are equipped with current technology and equipment. Faculty within the program often collaborate with cross-campus and community partners in the fitness, sports performance, and wellness fields.

Essential Functions

• Teach a diverse set of undergraduate and graduate exercise science courses, which may include in-person, online, and lab courses (expected teaching load is 12 credits for each of the fall and spring semesters; or a 4/4 load). Course topics may be related to subjects such as exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, and kinesiology.
• Assist with program growth and development, which may include developing community partnerships, conducting