Part-Time Lecturer In Kinesiology & Exercise Science In HHP 2024-2025

We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's student body as a Part-Time Lecturer of the Department of Health and Human Performance beginning in the 2024-2025 academic year to teach in its Bachelor's/Master's Kinesiology, Exercise Science and Health programs. Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction within the program in the required format. UTRGV faculty will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to scholarly work, student success, and to advancing the university, college, and program missions and are committed to UTRGV's strategic plan, vision, mission, values, and core priorities.(https://www.utrgv.edu/strategic-plan/)

About UTRGV:

UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of University discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.

Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.

UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit our website.

Department/CollegeBackground

The Department of Health and Human Performance is under the UTRGV College of Health Professions and offers BS degrees in Kinesiology, Health, and Exercise Science. It offers MS degrees in Kinesiology, Exercise Science and a certificate in Health Professions Education and Technology.

Minimum Qualifications

The qualifications to be considered as a part-time lecturer is a master's degree in Kinesiology & Exercise Science or a related field of study with a minimum of 18 hours of graduate instruction in Kinesiology or Exercise Science from an accredited institution. A doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health, or a related field is required to teach graduate level courses.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Earned master's degree in the areas Kinesiology or Exercise Science or a related field of study with a minimum of 18 hours of graduate instruction in Kinesiology or Exercise Science from an accredited institution, with a record of success, or evidence of potential success in teaching.

Preferred Qualification

Experience in teaching exercise science and kinesiology at the college level is highly desirable with demonstrated excellence in teaching and service in the field. Certifications in Certified Strength and Conditioning (CSCS) from National Strength and Conditioning Association and Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) also preferred credentials. Teaching certification is physical education is also a preferred credential.

Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience License or Certification Required? No Number of Vacancies 2 Desired Start Date 09/01/2024