Health and Human Performance Instructor

The University of Findlay invites applications for a full time, tenure-track Exercise Science faculty member to start in August 2017 in the University’s College of Health Professions.

The successful candidate will bring relevant teaching and professional experience in strength and conditioning.  Specific classes taught depend on the candidate’s area of expertise but could include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level in exercise prescription, administration of strength and conditioning, personal training, health promotion, exercise physiology, or nutrition. Program administrative responsibilities assigned according to knowledge and experience, and may include program director or coordinator of student clinical placements.

The ideal candidate will have a Doctoral degree in exercise science or a relevant field.  An individual with a master’s degree and relevant experience will be considered for a non-tenure track appointment at the rank of instructor. Current NSCA certification as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) is required for appointment. A current professional credential in one of the areas in the Department of Health and Human Performance is preferred (certified athletic trainer, health and physical education license, personal training certification). The faculty member is expected to be actively involved in teaching, advising, departmental, university-wide, and community service.  The level of teaching, scholarship, and service required is commensurate with the requirements as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. 

The faculty person is responsible for the coordination of classroom and laboratory teaching including content and delivery for workload assigned. The candidate must possess strong communication skills and a desire to work with students in a university setting that prides itself on providing close relationships between students and faculty. The University of Findlay assumes responsibility for assignment of faculty to courses and committee assignments, student advising, and input for curriculum planning. The rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications for the position, which is available in August 2017.

Founded in 1882, The University provides innovative programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences to prepare students for meaningful lives and productive careers. The University of Findlay’s distinctive and renowned programs include MBA, animal science, equestrian studies, pre-veterinary medicine, nuclear medicine technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and physician assistant, as well as environmental, safety and occupational health management. For more information on these distinctive programs, visit https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/. Both traditional and specialized professional degrees are offered in a variety of delivery approaches during day, evening, weekend, and online sessions. The University is committed to the education of diverse students and enrolls students from nearly 40 nations and most US states. The City of Findlay, just south of Toledo and located approximately 1.5 hours from Columbus, Dayton and Detroit, has been designated a "dreamtown" by Demographics Daily, repeatedly named one of the top 20 micropolitan areas (small towns) in the United States by Site Selection magazine and is the only municipality in Ohio to be selected three times as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The UF Employment Application may be found on the website at: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/business-affairs/human-resources/Open-Positions. For optimal consideration for this exciting opportunity, send a cover letter; current Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; the contact information for three professional references; and a complete Faculty Application to: Human Resources, The University of Findlay, 1000 N. Main Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840. Materials may also be emailed to HR@findlay.edu. Make sure to indicate that the application is for the “Health and Human Performance - 2017317” position. The University of Findlay is an equal opportunity employer and educator. For more information on the University of Findlay, visit http://www.findlay.edu.

The University of Findlay is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer/ Male/Female/Disabled/Vet.