Assistant Professor, Kinesiology - Motor Behavior Job at Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA

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  • Louisiana Tech University
  • Ruston, LA

Job Description

The Department of Kinesiology at Louisiana Tech University is seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position with expertise in motor behavior (motor control, motor development, and/or motor learning) to begin in Fall 2025. Position: Assistant Professor. Tenure-track. Nine-month appointment. Faculty Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in area of expertise, maintain a productive research agenda capable of using our Human Performance Laboratories, supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students, secure internal and external funding, and curriculum development. Opportunities for collaborative research exist with faculty in the College of Education and Human Sciences and Department of Nursing. Additional responsibilities include departmental, college, and university service assignments. Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate in Kinesiology or related field prior to start date (ABD will be considered); evidence of capability to engage in and publish research and present at professional meetings; demonstrated knowledge and awareness of professional developments related to area of specialization; experience in working with students, student-athletes, and colleagues from multi-cultural backgrounds; ability to teach graduate and undergraduate classes in motor development, motor learning, motor control, and other appropriate areas. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to develop a focused line of research in motor control, motor development, motor learning, or a closely related field relevant to the Department of Kinesiology master’s concentrations of Sport and Exercise Psychology and/or Sports Performance; potential to submit proposals for internal or external funding; evidence of effective teaching in higher education; desire to conduct research associated with Human Performance Laboratories and/or collaborate with the Louisiana Tech Sports Performance Institute. Department Information: The Department of Kinesiology at Louisiana Tech University is one of the fastest growing departments on campus and is known for its quality of graduates at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Exercise and Health Promotion or Kinesiology and Health Sciences, and a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology with concentrations in Sport and Exercise Psychology or Sports Performance. University Information: Louisiana Tech University is a selective-admissions, comprehensive public university prioritizing education and development of students in a challenging, safe, and supportive community. The university provides a technology-rich, interdisciplinary teaching, learning, and research environment. Community Information: Located in Ruston, Louisiana, a college town known for its summer Peach Festival and various arts, outdoor, and historic attractions. Application Process: Review of applications begins January 27, 2025, and continues until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, research plan or statement, teaching philosophy statement, and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts required from successful candidate. Contact: Dr. Andrew Parks, Search Committee Chair, Department of Kinesiology, Louisiana Tech University, Phone: 318-257-2736, Email: parksac@latech.edu. Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer.

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