Assistant Professor for Exercise Science Job at University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL

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  • University of West Florida
  • Pensacola, FL

Job Description

Assistant Professor for Exercise Science 129400 Job no: 495845 Work type: Faculty Full-time Location: Pensacola - Main Campus Categories: Movement Sciences and Health The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 1-850-474-2694 (voice) or 1-850-857-6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law. Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or jobs@uwf.edu. Employment based visa sponsorship will be considered for this position. Position Title (Classification Title): Assistant Professor for Exercise Science 129400 Working Title: Assistant Professor for Exercise Science 129400 Job Summary: The Department of Movement Sciences and Health within the Ushu Kundu, MD, College of Health at the University of West Florida, in collaboration with the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC), is accepting applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level and an accompanying 25% FTE Research Scientist appointment at IHMC. The successful candidate will teach graduate coursework and/or other courses assigned by the department chair. The candidate will engage in scholarly activity, and university and community service. In conjunction with the College's facilities and resources, the joint appointment comes with full access to the facilities, resources, and environment at IHMC, including the new, state-of-the-field IHMC Healthspan, Resilience, and Performance Research Complex-a 40,000-square-foot complex containing an interdisciplinary blend of clinical/applied and molecular/cellular research capabilities and $12.4M of new, leading-edge equipment. We seek candidates with expertise in muscle physiology and/or cardiovascular research capable of conducting independent translational research from molecular and cellular physiology to in vivo phenotyping, emphasizing mechanistic human clinical trials. Candidates are expected to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations, establish an extramurally supported, high-impact research program, provide research mentorship for graduate and undergraduate students, and teach a limited number of graduate or undergraduate courses. Individuals from diverse backgrounds, underrepresented minorities, and women scientists are strongly encouraged to apply. The department and IHMC offer a highly supportive environment for mentoring and career development of early career faculty. Department Movement Sciences and Health FLSA: Exempt Minimum Qualifications: Holds the highest degree appropriate to the field or possesses equivalent qualifications based on professional experience, and be otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. The appointee engages in teaching, scholarship and creative projects, and/or service and other related activities. Position Qualifications: This position requires a doctorate in exercise science, physiology, human performance, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution and a demonstrated ability to lead relevant, independent research. Preferred Qualifications Strong record of research productivity and a clear plan to secure external funding. Postdoctoral research experience in muscle physiology, cardiovascular physiology, metabolism, or a related area. Evidence of ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and engage in community partnerships for research and service. Previous teaching or mentoring experience at the university level. Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job: This position requires a criminal background screen. Number of Vacancies 1 Work Hours 8am - 5pm, may vary Contract Period 9-month

FTE 1.0

Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience Pay Basis Annually Preferred Response Date: February 3, 2025 Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: Applicants are required to attach a cv, letter of interest and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu. Advertised: January 08, 2025 Applications close: University of West Florida

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