Job Description

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor for the Exercise Science Doctoral Program. Specifically, the program is seeking a candidate with expertise in Neuromuscular Physiology and Biomechanics. The ideal candidate would have the ability to teach doctoral-level courses related to Neuromuscular Response to Exercise, Biomechanics, and Research Design as it relates to Exercise Science.

Anticipated start date: Summer 2026

Responsibilities/Duties:

1. Primary responsibility includes teaching 24 credit hours in the doctoral Exercise Science program each year
2. Responsible for maintaining a courses' curriculum including but not limited to:
   1. Updating required and recommended readings
   2. Updating syllabi
   3. Updating course content
   4. Completing annual assessment map
3. Additional responsibilities include:
   1. Serving on dissertation committees
   2. Grading comprehensive examinations
4. Service to the program, department, college, university, profession, and community is expected
5. Other duties as assigned by the Program Lead and/or Chair

Skill Sets:

1. Experience with learning management systems, preferred Blackboard
2. Content expertise in Neuromuscular Physiology and Biomechanics 3. Experience with online pedagogy 4. Proficient with lecture recording to aid in online education 5. Strong administrative skills 6. Superior communication skills; both written and verbal
3. Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago

Minimum Experience Required:

Experience teaching in a Exercise Science-related graduate program Teaching online for a Higher Education program Record of mentorship of graduate students Record of scholarship

Education Requirements:

Completed PhD in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or closely related field

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HAS)
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include the following in their online application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)
4. Names and phone numbers of three references

* Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities–Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.

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