Job Details Job Location 1100 Rockhurst Road - Kansas City, MO
Description Rockhurst University's Department of Physical Therapy and Exercise Science invites qualified applicants with knowledge and experience to apply for a 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor of Exercise Science faculty position. Teaching, scholarship, and service expectations are dependent upon applicant experience and background.
Rockhurst University is located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri with a metropolitan population of 2.5 million people. It is known for its barbeque, jazz heritage, sports teams with enthusiastic support, and numerous cultural opportunities. Additional information about Kansas City can be found here.
Rockhurst University is a welcoming and inclusive private Catholic, Jesuit institution with a strong mission aligned with the core values of physical therapy practice. As one of 27 Jesuit universities and colleges in the U.S., Rockhurst is part of the nation's largest network of independent higher education institutions.
The St. Luke's College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS) is recognized for excellence within the University and the community. Rockhurst's Exercise Science undergraduate degree program is known for its innovative teaching using a broad range of active learning experiences, close faculty-student interactions, and our strong mission focused on service, advocacy, and leadership. Additional information regarding the EXS degree program can be found on our website.
Required qualifications:
- Minimum of a MS degree. A doctoral degree is preferred in a closely related field.
- 2-5 years ofteaching experience required.
- Strong organizational, analytical, planning, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals.
- Effective project management skills; detail and deadline oriented.
The position will remain open until it is filled. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications. Applicants who would enhance the diversity of the University, such as individuals from historically underrepresented groups, are strongly encouraged to apply. All application materials including a cover letter, curriculum vitae and teaching philosophy must be submitted through our online application system.
Rockhurst University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.