FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Position #FY 10-38
October 9, 2009
HIRING UNIT: KINESIOLOGY AND HEALTH EDUCATION
TITLE/RANK: Assistant Professor (Exercise Physiology)
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Potential candidates will teach a variety of classes at both the undergraduate and graduate levels which may include among others exercise across the lifespan, advanced exercise physiology, exercise assessment, resistance training, anatomy, and/or biomechanics, engage actively in university-school partnerships, and advise and direct the work of undergraduate/graduate students. The development and maintenance of an active research agenda, service to the University community, and public service are expected.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT: Academic, 9-month, tenure-track beginning August 16, 2010 continuing with opportunities for summer employment based on availability and enrollment, 100%.
SOURCE OF FUNDS: State
SALARY RANGE: commensurate with training/experience.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Candidates must possess (a) doctoral degree with a specialization in exercise physiology or exercise science; (b) ability to teach a variety of classes including exercise across the lifespan, advanced exercise physiology, exercise assessment, resistance training, anatomy, and biomechanics; (c) good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and members of the university and local community. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply but must have completed doctoral degree by August 16, 2010. Preferred qualifications include (a) experience and research interest in adult and/or adolescent obesity with the ability to participate in the development of exercise and diet interventions for our weight management clinic; (b) a strong foundation in the collection and processing of human blood, adipose, and muscle tissue samples for the measurement of markers of metabolism, gene expression, and endocrine inflammation; (c) expertise in Western/Northern blots, quantative real-time PCR, immunoprecipation, and ELISA; (d) a strong background in one or more of the following research areas; obesity, diabetes, nutrition, cardiovascular and pulmonary disease; (e) ability or potential to secure internal and external funding and publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals. The Department seeks to attract culturally and academically diverse candidates who are committed to a welcoming environment that serves all individuals.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Initial review of application will begin January 8, 2010 and will continue until position is filled.
SUBMIT LETTER OF APPLICATION, VITA, TRANSCRIPTS (UNOFFICIAL TEMPORARILY ACCEPTABLE), SCHOLARLY WORK SAMPLE; AND THE NAMES, MAILING ADDRESSES, EMAIL ADDRESSES, AND PHONE NUMBERS OF FIVE REFERENCES TO:
Dr. Erik Kirk
ekirk@siue.edu
Phone: (618)650-2718
Departmental website: http://www.siue.edu/education/khe/index.shtml
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