Edu - Clinical Assistant Professor Kinesiology (Sport Pedagogy) - 522534
Company: University of Alabama
Location: Tuscaloosa
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Edu - Clinical Assistant Professor Kinesiology (Sport Pedagogy) -
522534
Alabama, United States
Education
Non-Tenure-Track/Clinical Faculty
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Closing at: Jul 31 2024 at 22:55 CDT
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Department/Organization
212801 - Kinesiology
Rank
Assistant Professor
Position Summary
The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Alabama invites
applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning August
16th, 2024.
Detailed Position Information
The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Alabama invites
applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning August
16th, 2024.This is a nine-month, non-tenure-earning position with a
contract of one year.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to teach a variety of
undergraduate and graduate-level courses in physical education
teacher education (sport pedagogy) and meet the needs for service
in the department, college, university and the community.
The Department of Kinesiology has 12 tenure track and 7 clinical
(non-tenure track renewable contract) faculty and has focus areas
in Physical Education and Exercise Science leading to BS, MA, and
PhD degrees. Physical education (sport pedagogy) undergraduate and
graduate coursework leads to initial and advanced teacher
certification.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Physical Education Teacher Education, or
related field (ABD will be considered)
Preferred Qualifications
* Demonstrated ability or potential to teach undergraduate courses
in Sport Pedagogy (Physical Education Teacher Education) *
Demonstrated ability or potential to teach graduate courses in
Sport Pedagogy (Physical Education Teacher Education)
Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Application Deadline: The review of credentials will begin
immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: Please apply online at
https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. A letter of application; unofficial
transcript(s) of all graduate level coursework; vita; and names,
addresses, and telephone numbers of three references are required
to complete the online application process. Prior to hiring, the
final candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background
investigation and submit "official" transcript(s) of all graduate
level coursework.
About the Division/College/School
For over 150 years, the College of Education has been dedicated to
developing professionals with the expertise needed to advance the
intellectual and social conditions of all learners. By effectively
preparing graduates to pursue their pedagogical and scholarly
endeavors, the College of Education aims to lead Alabama in
teaching, scholarship, advocacy, and service. Our faculty's
research, teaching, and service is widely recognized through their
securement of external funding, national awards, professional
organization leadership, established centers and offices, and
outreach to the local, state, and national communities. Faculty in
the college are free to pursue their passions, partner with the
local communities, and excel in their many pursuits of
academia.
The College of Education consists of six academic departments and
29 high-caliber programs, including opportunities that enable
students to earn specialized degrees in teacher education, exercise
science, and educational neuroscience. Through a robust offering of
main campus options, online degrees, and certification programs,
the College is poised to accommodate any learner. The College of
Education is also home to the No. 1 competitive adaptive sports
program in the nation, UA Adapted Athletics, and proudly supports
their successes at their state-of-the-art facilities. With
teaching, research, and outreach efforts that serve the local
community and beyond, the College of Education continues to expand
its footprint in both the world of academia and in our global
society.
About the University
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama
System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better
world through its teaching, research and service. With a global
reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive,
forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a
beautiful, student-centered campus.
A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative
inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The
University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities - Very High
Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of
Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral
research universities in the United States.
As the state's largest higher education institution, UA drives
economic growth in Alabama and beyond.
About Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is so much more than a college town.
It's a vibrant community that's filled with legendary history.
Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable
downtown that's complete with live music, locally owned shops,
outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every
palate. With a geography ranging from suburban to rural, the area
offers a variety of housing options along with excellent public and
private schools and a wealth of recreational and entertainment
options.
With a metro area population of 235,000, the Druid City lies about
an hour southwest of Birmingham, in west-central Alabama. It's
within a few hours' drive of Gulf Coast beaches and major cities
like Nashville, New Orleans and Atlanta, making it a great base for
growing better acquainted with the South's finest offerings.
Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a
pre-employment background investigation and information obtained
from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction
reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT
automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this
position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative
behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the
prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring
decision is made.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational
Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability
or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against
because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of
this institution are protected under Federal law from
discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out
more. "EEO is the Law"
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
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