Exercise Science Adjunct-Khs

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences in the College of Humanities and Sciences is

comprised of 17 full-time faculty engaged in an array of clinical, applied, and interdisciplinary

endeavors. The undergraduate program, which make-up the 3rd largest undergraduate program at

VCU, consist of concentrations in Exercise Science and Health Sciences, attracting a diverse

body, whereas more than 65% of our students are racially and ethnically diverse and/or members

of other diverse groups. The graduate programs include a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health

Behavior Coaching, a MS in Health and Movement Science and a PhD in Rehabilitation and

Movement Science. For more information, visit http://khs.vcu.edu/.

Position Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Exercise Science: includes the following course

options.

HPEX 121: Self Defense: Karate or Judo

HPEX 271: Safety, First Aid and CPR

HPEX 310: Fitness and Health

HPEX 346: Employee Health and Fitness Management

HPEX 347: Foundation Principles for Health, Fitness and Sport Professions

HPEX 350: Nutrition

HPEX 371: Psychology of Physical Activity

HPEX 373: Structural Kinesiology

HPEX 374: Musculoskeletal Structure and Movement

HPEX 375: Physiology of Exercise

HPEX 380: Resistance Training for Health and Performance

HPEX 381: Introduction to Sport and Fitness Management

HPEX 440: Chronic Disease and Exercise Management

HPEX 441: Assessment and Exercise Intervention in Health and Disease

HPEX 470: Exercise Programming and Leadership

HPEX 445: Principles of Health Care Management

HPEX 475: Cardiovascular Pathophysiology and Pharmacology

HPEX 480: Professional Certification Seminar

HEMS 550: Exercise, Nutrition and Weight Management

HEMS 600: Introduction to Research Design in Health and Movement Sciences

HEMS 601: Movement Physiology

HEMS 604: Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity

HEMS 605: Psychology of Physical Activity

HEMS 610: Laboratory Techniques in Rehabilitation Science

HEMS 675: Clinical Exercise Physiology

REMS 701: Advanced Exercise Physiology I

REMS 702: Advanced Exercise Physiology II

REMS 703: Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology

REMS 704: Psychobiology of Physical Activity

REMS 705: Metabolic Aspects of Physical Activity

Required Qualifications:

Earned Master's Degree in Exercise Science or related field for undergraduate course;

Earned Doctoral Degree in Exercise Science or related field for graduate course; competence in

teaching undergraduate/graduate courses in content areas listed above. Faculty member must have

demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment

or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

Record of teaching in higher education with positive course evaluations.

Application process:

Submit letter of application, curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references at https://vcu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=vcu. Candidates must agree to current and prior employers being contacted, if they are among a small group of finalists.

Multiple positions will be hired from this advertisement. Review of applications will continue as needed until the positions are filled.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.