Assistant/Associate Professor, Exercise Science

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Assistant/Associate Professor, Exercise Science

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The Exercise Science program, located in the School of Sport
Science and Management in the College of Health and Human Sciences,
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate
Professor position in Exercise Science beginning in Fall 2027. The
School of
Sport Science & Management offers undergraduate degrees in
Exercise Science, Health Science and Wellness, Sport
Management/Marketing, as well as master's degrees in Athletic
Training, and Sport Administration.

The Exercise Science program’s teaching and research laboratory is
housed in the Health United
Building , a state-of-the-art facility that was designed as a
national model of excellence for collegiate academic, health,
wellness, and recreational services. Some equipment that is
available for teaching and research in the exercise science
laboratory include: COSMED K5 portable metabolic system, ActiGraph
wGT3X-BT accelerometers, activPAL4 activity monitors (to measure
sitting, standing, and stepping behavior), Fibion Research triaxial
accelerometers, Meta Quest 3: Next-Gen Mixed Reality Headset, Polar
heart rate monitors, Bod Pod, Functional Movement Screening (FMS)
and BlazePod Trainer kits, Quark T12x Diagnostic grade 12-Lead
Wireless ECG, SunTech Tango M2 Exercise and Stress Automatic Blood
Pressure Monitor, Omron HEM-907XL Professional Blood Pressure
Machine, MOXY Muscle Oxygen Monitor, MicroQuark spirometer, Nova
Biomedical Lactate Plus blood lactate meters, Lange skin fold
calipers, Cybex isokinetic dynamometer, hand grip dynamometers,
Trackmaster TMX428 treadmills, and Velotron and Monark cycle
ergometers.

Qualifications

Earned doctorate in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Science,
or related field. ABD applicants will be considered but must
complete all requirements for their doctoral degree by August 2027.
Preference will be given to candidates with NSCA and/or ACSM
certification(s) and demonstrated potential to meet research
expectations. To be considered for the associate professor
position, candidates must have a minimum of five years teaching
experience at an accredited college or university and a
clearly-defined record of scholarship and publications.

Position

Nine-month contract with the potential for summer teaching
opportunities.

Salary/Rank

Assistant/Associate Professor with salary commensurate to
qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses within the Exercise Science

curriculum, including but not limited to Introduction to Exercise
Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology and Lab, Nutrition for
Sport & Exercise, Exercise Training Principles, Exercise
Testing and Prescription, Biomechanics, Sports Psychology, Research
Methods, Sport Science, Cardiopulmonary Testing and Prescription,
Fitness in Special Populations.

• The teaching expectation is 18 credit hours annually for this

tenure-track faculty position when a faculty member meets the
College's active scholarship standards.

• Maintaining an active program of scholarship consistent with

expectations for tenure and promotion.

• Advising and mentoring students regarding academic planning,

professional development, and career opportunities.

• Participating in program, school, college, and university

service activities.

The Exercise Science program is part of the
College of Health and Human Sciences . CHHS is a leader in
experiential learning: 100% of our undergraduate and graduate
programs require hands-on learning through field placements,
internships, research experiences, and clinical opportunities. In
the College of Health and Human Sciences, our commitment to
exceptional teaching and mentoring drives us. We focus on
scholarship and service in a variety of fields that make a direct
and meaningful impact on others. We intentionally strive to create
a learning experience that supports all students, incorporates a
broad range of perspectives, and fosters an environment of
belonging. In alignment with Xavier's Jesuit Catholic mission and
Statement of Purpose to "form students who change the world for the
better," we are united across our diverse areas by the shared
mission of changing human lives for the better.

Many of our College programs, including Exercise Science, are part
of Xavier Health, the University's integrated health initiative
connecting a broad portfolio of programs and creating opportunities
for collaboration across disciplines. Xavier Health offers more
than 15 undergraduate and 12 graduate pathways, more than 500
community partnership sites, and connections across disciplines
that contribute to health and human well-being. Xavier Health
prepares servant-leaders through real-world experiences and Jesuit
Catholic formation that puts the whole person at the center of
care.

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic
tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by
our
mission and values , we welcome and support members from
diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to
open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives,
and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging
. Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of
Cincinnati , which has
an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many
interests.

Xavier’s urban location in Cincinnati allows faculty to work with
community partners to develop engaged learning and internship
opportunities. Xavier is a member of the Association of Jesuit
Colleges and Universities as well as the Big East.

Application

To ensure consideration, interested and qualified applicants must
submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact
information of three professional references on Xavier University's
website by October 5, 2026.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact the
search committee chair, Dr. Jeremy Steeves at steevesj@xavier.edu

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Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and
affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational,
health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility
varies by position and employment class:

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision

and prescription coverage.

• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts,

flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.

• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance,

accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick

leave and holidays.

• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible

dependents.