Assistant Professor - Kinesiology

Position Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at Butler
University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month
tenure-track faculty position with a start date of August 2027. The
successful candidate will be a dynamic, motivated, and
collaborative faculty member who will recruit and teach
undergraduate students in the Kinesiology program, support and
contribute to our Human Performance Lab, collaborate with the
Butler Institute for Sports & Entertainment, and liaise with
Athletics. Students in the Kinesiology major may choose to add
concentrations in Pre-Professional Studies, Applied Human
Performance, and/or a minor in Sport Coaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-campus courses each semester. Teaching load may

include classes in the Kinesiology major, the Sport Coaching minor,
and/or the Butler University core curriculum

• Serve as an academic advisor for undergraduate students
• Engage in scholarship aligned with CEHD expectations for

positive progress toward tenure

• Provide service to the Kinesiology Program, College,

University, and broader professional community

• Contribute to building an inclusive learning environment that

provides equal opportunity for success to all

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate from an accredited university in Kinesiology,

Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Sport Science, Health
Sciences, or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

While not everyone may meet all preferred qualifications, the ideal
candidate will bring many of the following:

• Expertise in Biomechanics, Applied Sport Science and/or

Rehabilitation

• Preparation to teach courses such as Biomechanics of Sport

& Exercise, Kinesiology, Foundations of Therapeutic
Rehabilitation, Functional Anatomy, or additional courses in the
major

• A line of scholarship that can utilize the Human Performance

Lab and involve undergraduate students in all aspects of the
research process

• Specialized certifications such as licensed Physical Therapist

(DPT), Certified Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and
Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), or other relevant
certifications

• Interest and experience in responsive, human-centered, and

experiential education

• Interest in innovative program delivery and development
• Ability to support learners from a variety of backgrounds with

strong, student-centered instructional methods

• Alignment with the

CEHD Shared Commitments and the mission of Butler
University

To Apply

Candidates must submit:

• A letter of application outlining qualifications and interest

in the position.

• Curriculum vitae.
• Names, titles, and contact information of three professional

references who can speak to the candidate’s excellence as an
instructor.

Screening of applicants will begin on November 16, 2026, and
continue until the position is filled. For priority review,
applicants should submit their application by November 30, 2026.
For questions related to this position, please contact Alexis
Methner at amethner@butler.edu. For more information about the
College of Education and Human Development, please visit our
website at https://www.butler.edu/education/
.

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive
university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business,
Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy
& Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500
undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled
at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A
career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an
opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive
community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful
impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and
staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning
experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a
thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome
applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race,
religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national
origin, or any other legally protected category.