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Assistant/Associate Professor of Biomechanics (Log #25-006)
Atlanta, GA
Job Description
Assistant/Associate Professor of Biomechanics (Log #:25-006)
The Department of Kinesiology and Health in the College of Education and Human Development at Georgia State University invites applications for a full-time, 10-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor to begin in the Fall of 2024. This is a full-time academic year position. Candidates specializing in Biomechanics of health sciences, sports, or human performance are strongly encouraged to apply.
Georgia State University, founded in 1913, has a mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service. With six campuses throughout metro Atlanta, this major research university is a national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds and provides its world-class faculty and more than 52,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities. Classified as RU/H (Research University/High Research Activity), Georgia State University is the only urban research university in Georgia and the largest university in the state, with students coming from every county in Georgia, every state in the nation, and from over 145 countries.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health is home to the Exercise Science undergraduate program, one of the most popular majors at Georgia State University. The Kinesiology and Health Department serves over 1000 graduate and undergraduate students annually in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education, and Sports Administration, with a reputation for excellent teaching in a diverse student body. Faculty have a history of external funding from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Education, corporations, and various private agencies and organizations, and collaborate with various organizations on and off the university campus. The department supports state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories in biomechanics, applied physiology, muscle biology, cardiovascular physiology, sports business, and physical education pedagogy.
Qualifications:
Required:
The faculty member will
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest establishing qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae/resume, teaching statement, research statement, an official transcript of the highest degree earned, evidence of any relevant certification, and three letters of recommendation from individuals within the field of interest. Application materials should be emailed as a single PDF file to: Dr. Feng Yang (khbiomechanicssearch@gsu.edu) with “Biomechanics Faculty Position Application” in the subject line.
Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Yang, chair of the search committee, at fyang@gsu.edu or 404-413-8357. For more information about the Kinesiology and Health Department, see http://kh.education.gsu.edu.
Preference will be given to applications and supporting documents received by October 15, 2023, but the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Please be advised that should you be recommended for the position, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents policy requires the completion of a background check as a prior condition of employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health in the College of Education and Human Development at Georgia State University invites applications for a full-time, 10-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor to begin in the Fall of 2024. This is a full-time academic year position. Candidates specializing in Biomechanics of health sciences, sports, or human performance are strongly encouraged to apply.
Georgia State University, founded in 1913, has a mission of excellence in research, teaching, and service. With six campuses throughout metro Atlanta, this major research university is a national leader in graduating students from diverse backgrounds and provides its world-class faculty and more than 52,000 students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities. Classified as RU/H (Research University/High Research Activity), Georgia State University is the only urban research university in Georgia and the largest university in the state, with students coming from every county in Georgia, every state in the nation, and from over 145 countries.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health is home to the Exercise Science undergraduate program, one of the most popular majors at Georgia State University. The Kinesiology and Health Department serves over 1000 graduate and undergraduate students annually in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education, and Sports Administration, with a reputation for excellent teaching in a diverse student body. Faculty have a history of external funding from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Education, corporations, and various private agencies and organizations, and collaborate with various organizations on and off the university campus. The department supports state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories in biomechanics, applied physiology, muscle biology, cardiovascular physiology, sports business, and physical education pedagogy.
Qualifications:
Required:
- An earned Ph.D. in Biomechanics or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start of the position;
- An ongoing record of scholarly work commensurate with the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor;
- A rigorous and highly productive line of research with a strong potential for external funding;
- Excellent teaching experience in Biomechanics or related areas;
- Research focus related to health sciences, human performance, or sports biomechanics;
- Ability to collaborate with faculty within and outside the department;
- A record of external funding for applicants who apply for the Associate Professor position;
- Postdoctoral training.
The faculty member will
- Develop, pursue, and maintain an externally funded research line;
- Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in biomechanics and related areas (2-2 teaching load, teaching summer courses may be available on an annual basis);
- Mentor and direct graduate student theses and dissertations;
- Supervise undergraduate student research fellowships or internships;
- Provide service to the department, college, university, and professions.
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest establishing qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae/resume, teaching statement, research statement, an official transcript of the highest degree earned, evidence of any relevant certification, and three letters of recommendation from individuals within the field of interest. Application materials should be emailed as a single PDF file to: Dr. Feng Yang (khbiomechanicssearch@gsu.edu) with “Biomechanics Faculty Position Application” in the subject line.
Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Yang, chair of the search committee, at fyang@gsu.edu or 404-413-8357. For more information about the Kinesiology and Health Department, see http://kh.education.gsu.edu.
Preference will be given to applications and supporting documents received by October 15, 2023, but the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Please be advised that should you be recommended for the position, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents policy requires the completion of a background check as a prior condition of employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Job Summary
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Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
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