Term Faculty Position in Exercise Science/Coaching

Rank: Contingent Faculty

Classification Title: Term

Position Summary
New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) is seeking candidates for a Term Faculty members in Exercise Science/Coaching who are committed to making a difference in the lives of college students at an historic New Mexico University.

Duties and Responsibilities
This position will be assigned to the main campus in Las Vegas, New Mexico, with the possibility of teaching online. The primary responsibilities of this position are to teach lower and upper-level courses. Courses could include exercise physiology, kinesiology, stress testing, body composition, coaching ethics, sport psychology, or other departmental courses based on applicant's educational and teaching background

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Applicants must have a terminal degree (doctorate in exercise science, or a closely-related area). ABD will be considered. Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of course content; ability to organize course material and deliver course content that takes into account student needs; can provide corrective feedback; has sufficient time to prepare for class and grade assignments; and ability using teaching technology preferably Bright Space.

Work Location: Las Vegas, NM Campus

Posting Number: F379P

Posting Open Date
03/10/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
A complete application must include 1) A letter of application describing Teaching and research interests, 2) Curriculum vitae, 3) Unofficial copies of advanced degree transcripts, Online application must include names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three (3) professional references (familiar with applicants qualifications for the position). References will be contacted in conjunction with an on-campus interview. For more detailed information regarding the position you may contact: Dr. Kathy Jenkins at [email protected]. For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or TDD 505-454-3003. New Mexico Highlands University is an EEO Employer.