Tenure-Track: Assistant Professor in Kinesiology

The Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management (KNSM) ( https://knsm.tamu.edu ) within the School of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University (effective August 15, 2024, the School of Education and Human Development will change its name to the College of Education and Human Development) is accepting applications for two (2) full-time, tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking candidates who are well versed in motor neuroscience capable of conducting independent basic or translational research. Candidates will be emerging scholars capable of advancing a solid research agenda to advance the Department's strong and expanding research portfolio. The candidates will become an integral part of the Division of Kinesiology's faculty, with expectations to engage in research efforts including interdisciplinary collaborations, aggressively seek funding opportunities, provide research mentorship for graduate and undergraduate students, as well as teach graduate/undergraduate courses.

Responsibilities: Candidates are expected to research, teach courses within the kinesiology program, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students . This typically involves maintaining 50% research, 40% teaching, 10% service load . Successful candidates will be responsible for meeting department, school, and university service expectations .

Appointment: Nine-month tenure-track position with a start date of August 1, 2025. Salary, benefits and compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Competitive startup packages are available to establish a productive research environment.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Kinesiology or related academic discipline relevant to motor neuroscience, have a strong record of research and publications, and a clear plan to secure external funding. Post-doctoral experience is highly valued. Previous scholarship addressing human motor development across the lifespan or motor learning and control utilizing neural physiological tools such as EEG, fMRI, and/or fNIRS is highly encouraged.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must apply through the Texas A&M faculty job board hosted by Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/150677 and upload the following:

• Cover letter highlighting the applicant's qualifications for this position.
• Current, comprehensive curriculum vitae.
• A Personal Statement: Your 3-page statement should include your philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service as applicable.
• The name, address (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three references.

Review Date: Review of candidates will begin on September 16, 2024 until filled, with an expected start date of August 1, 2025.

If you have any questions about the search, please contact Dr. Deanna Kennedy ( hpedmk@tamu.edu ), Search Committee Chair.

Texas A&M University: http://www.tamu.edu

Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management: http://knsm.tamu.edu

The University is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and therefore has a Dual Career Program, please see: https://facultyaffairs.tamu.edu/resources/dual-career-program.html

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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