Exercise Science, Assistant/Associate Professor

Job Description

Job Description

About University of Saint Joseph  

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities."

Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 84-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships.

At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built. We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.

Position Description

The Department of Nutrition and Public Health at the University of Saint Joseph invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track- or non-tenure-track faculty position in exercise science at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor starting in January 2027 or August 2027. The rank and the type of position (tenure-track or non-tenure-track) will be determined based on the academic and professional qualifications and experiences of the candidate. The successful candidate will be a dynamic educator with expertise in exercise science/physiology who can inspire and mentor students and help to shape and guide the future direction of this growing undergraduate program. The ideal candidate will use evidence-based best practices in support of the education of future exercise science professionals through an interdisciplinary lens. Candidates are expected to demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. 

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Earned masters degree in exercise science, or closely related field, is required
• Earned doctoral degree is required for tenure-track
• Earned credential at the national and state level as needed for specific discipline.
• Minimum of two years of teaching in academic programs is preferred with experience in curriculum development, online teaching, and specialized program accreditation is preferred.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the University and to the highest standards of the profession of exercise science.
• Developing or continuing an active program of scholarship preferred

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit: 

• Letter of interest addressing all qualifications for the position

• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests (two pages maximum) 
• Unofficial transcripts
• Three current professional references with addresses (contact information only)

Please visit our website to read more about our mission statement and learn more about our department and program. 

The salary range for this position falls within the standard Faculty compensation. 

Benefit eligible employees can participate in the University’s health and welfare benefits program, including medical/dental insurance, retirement plan (403b) matching, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan. Qualified employees may receive paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, paternity leave, tuition waiver, long-term disability and life insurance.