Lecturer of Exercise Science Department of Kinesiology

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Position Details

Title

Lecturer of Exercise Science Department of Kinesiology

Appointment Status

Non-Tenure Track

Department

IU Bloomington Kinesiology

Location

Bloomington

Position Summary

Indiana University Bloomington ( IUB ) School of Public
Health‐Bloomington (SPH‐B) invites applications for the position of
Lecturer of Exercise Science in the Department of
Kinesiology. The SPH -B seeks passionate, contemporary
educators who will contribute to excellence in teaching and student
learning in the study and application of human movement, physical
activity, exercise, and human performance, preparing students for
continued education and professional careers in kinesiology, allied
health, or related fields. This 10-month instructional
faculty appointment is planned to start August 1, 2027 .
Appointment may be made at the rank of Lecturer, Senior Lecturer,
or Teaching Professor, commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Applications received by November 15, 2026, will
receive full priority consideration, and applications will be
accepted until the position is filled. This position is located on
the Bloomington campus of Indiana University. Successful candidates
are expected to work on campus to allow full engagement with the
department, school, university, and community.

Responsibilities and Opportunity: Non-tenure-track faculty
or instructional faculty, Lecturers, are expected to substantially
contribute to the overall academic excellence of the department
primarily through teaching and student learning; developing,
delivering, and enhancing courses and curricula within their areas
of expertise; mentoring and supporting undergraduate and/or
graduate students as appropriate to their assigned
responsibilities; and engaging in ongoing professional development
and other activities that support excellence in teaching, student
learning, curriculum enhancement, and student success. The position
may provide opportunities to contribute to the department through
service in support of teaching and academic program delivery, such
as internship coordination, experiential or service-learning
initiatives, and community outreach. Notably, instructional
faculty, including Lecturers, have an opportunity for promotion and
advancement from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer and ultimately to the
highest rank of Teaching Professor. The ideal candidate will
contribute to the teaching mission of the department in exercise
science, with the ability to support related areas of the
curriculum including physical activity, health promotion, and
pre-professional health preparation.

About
Kinesiology : As a legacy program on the IUB campus, the
Department of Kinesiology, with 30 full-time faculty, has a strong
and growing enrollment in the undergraduate Exercise Science degree
program (~1,375 students), and healthy enrollments in graduate
degree programs (~75 students) including an MS in Athletic
Training, MS in Kinesiology, and a PhD in Human Performance.
Faculty conduct research across numerous areas including exercise
physiology (with historical excellence in environmental and
clinical exercise physiology), biomechanics, sport neurotrauma,
athletic training neuromuscular/motor control, physical activity
and fitness interventions, with the latter including youth
sport-based approaches to health and well-being. Finally, the
department supports the Physical Activity Instruction Program, an
extensive fitness and sport focused academic service program.

About SPH
-B : The SPH -B is in the heart of the Bloomington
campus and comprises five collaborative academic departments with
300 faculty and staff. With approximately 4,600 students, including
approximately 470 graduate students, and 160 faculty members, SPH
-B is well positioned to meet the challenges and opportunities of
contemporary higher education. In addition to the SPH -B Office of
Online Education, IUB also provides SPH -B faculty outstanding
teaching support through programs like the Faculty Academy on
Excellence in Teaching (F.A.C.E.T.); extensive research development
and research administrative support through the Office of the Vice
President for Research; and innovative collaborations with
organizations such as the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana University
Athletics, the U.S. National Park Service, and a wealth of local,
national, and international partners to broaden the scope of the
faculty and student experience. SPH -B continues its rapid
expansion, embracing a comprehensive and holistic approach to
promoting health and wellbeing within the research, teaching, and
service aspects of our mission. With an emphasis on high-quality,
impactful research, excellence in teaching and mentoring, and
meaningful and impactful service, there has never been a more
exciting time to join our growing and evolving team.

About IUB
: Founded in 1820, Indiana University Bloomington ( IUB ) is
the flagship campus of Indiana University and is accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission. A member of the prestigious Association
of American Universities ( AAU ) since 1909, IUB prides itself in
offering outstanding academics grounded in world class research and
a vibrant campus life with 48,000+ students and 16 degree-granting
schools and colleges. IUB offers 200+ undergraduate majors as well
as extensive graduate and professional study opportunities,
including 90+ master’s degrees and 80+ Ph.D. programs. IUB
constantly strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate,
preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments
to cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity;
inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and
lifelong educational programs; meaningful experiences outside the
classroom; first-rate library and museum collections; and
far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and
region. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces
throughout, IUB is also considered by many to be one of the
country’s most beautiful college campuses.

About Bloomington :
Nestled in the rolling hills of south-central Indiana, and home to
85,000 residents, the city of Bloomington offers the feel of a
college town with many of the amenities of a large city. From
off-Broadway plays and musicals, the LOTUS World Festival of Music,
quick access to 250,000 acres of public recreation lands,
outstanding public schools and a reasonable cost of living,
Bloomington offers much to all

Basic Qualifications

Qualifications: A successful candidate will have a Ph.D. or
master’s degree in exercise science or a closely related field
(e.g., public health, physical therapy, etc.) that aligns with the
department’s teaching needs. Preference will be given to candidates
with teaching and/or professional experience in the field.
Candidates must demonstrate effective teaching skills and the
ability to contribute to high-quality instruction and student
learning in their area of expertise. Strong interpersonal and
communication skills and the ability to work effectively and
collegially with faculty, staff, and students are required.
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to contribute to
curriculum development, instructional innovation, student
mentoring, and other activities that support the teaching mission
of the department and school, as appropriate to their assigned
responsibilities. Candidates for appointments at the Senior
Lecturer or Teaching Professor rank must demonstrate teaching
experience and accomplishments appropriate to the proposed rank.
Appointment at the Senior Lecturer or Teaching Professor rank will
require evidence of accomplishments and experience consistent with
Indiana University criteria for the proposed rank.

Department Contact for Questions

Questions:

· Questions about the PeopleAdmin application procedure may be
directed to Dave Archer at dwarcher@iu.edu .

· Questions regarding the position may be directed to Lisa Koontz,
Director of Faculty Operations, lmkoontz@iu.edu , or Grace
Sembajwe, Executive Associate Dean, gsembajw@iu.edu .

Additional Qualifications

Salary and Rank

Special Instructions

Application Procedure: Please provide a) curriculum vitae,
b) cover letter (2 pages maximum), c) teaching statement (3 pages
maximum), and d) a minimum of three (3) references. If selected as
a finalist, we will additionally request a list of up to six (6)
references. References will be contacted if you are selected for a
finalist interview and/or job offer. Interested candidates should
submit applications at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34516
.

For Best Consideration Date

11/15/2026

Expected Start Date

08/01/2027

Posting Number

IU-101709-2026