The Department of Health and Sport Sciences (HSS) in the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of Louisville invites applications for a 10-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. To be hired at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, the candidate’s academic credentials would need to merit appointment with tenure. Preferred candidates will hold an advanced doctoral degree in a field related to Exercise Psychology and/or Exercise Physiology/Human Performance and have an excellent record of previous academic research experience in a university setting. Applicants with an established research agenda in exercise psychology, history of scholarship, and a current peer-reviewed publication record will be given preference. Additionally, candidates with evidence of teaching repertoire in more than one exercise psychology-related area (human performance, strength and conditioning, exercise physiology, nutrition, long-term athlete development, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply. We seek to strengthen the department with a professional who will continue to make significant contributions to scholarship in their field, enjoy collaboration, enhance the college’s urban mission, and expand our partnerships within the College, the University, and the community.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Louisville, the 17th largest city in the nation, is a thriving community that is increasingly diverse and known for Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, excellent college sports, competitive schools, geographic centrality, and a moderate climate. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, Louisville boasts a cost of living that is lower than the national average, with a broad range of affordable housing options from high-rise apartments and historic Victorian homes to suburban communities and rural farms. The University of Louisville is a state-supported research university of approximately 23,000 students located in Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally endorsed public institution for many decades prior to joining the university system in 1970. The University of Louisville has three campuses: the 274-acre Belknap Campus located three miles from downtown Louisville that houses seven of the 12 academic colleges and most of the athletic facilities; the Health Sciences Center which is situated in downtown Louisville's medical complex and houses the university's health related programs and the University of Louisville Hospital; and the 230-acre ShelbyHurst Campus located in eastern Jefferson County. Visit the University of Louisville web site at www.louisville.edu/edu/hss for more information.

The mission of the Department of Health and Sport Sciences is centered on the development and preparation of individuals to be future leaders in a variety of metropolitan settings including higher education, allied health services, public and private corporations, and governmental agencies. The Department prepares and trains professionals in exercise physiology, human performance, health education, physical education, sport administration, and youth sports. The Department fulfills its mission by providing students with research-driven, student-focused, real-world experiences in a state-of-the-art setting with laboratory and academic spaces. We provide academic instruction at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels in addition to conducting theoretical and applied research. The Department also serves the University and metropolitan community through a variety of service classes fostering healthy and active lifestyles and by contributing professional consulting and service-learning opportunities to a diverse student body and community. The Department serves over 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students and includes 31 full-time faculty members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Faculty are expected to maintain a competitive research agenda in Sport and Exercise Psychology, with demonstrated success in securing extramural funding from state and federal sources. Research initiatives should actively engage both undergraduate and graduate students, contributing to their development and hands-on experience. Faculty hired in the Department of Health and Sport Sciences will also be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Sport/Exercise Psychology, Holistic Coaching, Human Performance, or related fields, ensuring that course content aligns with standards set by our accrediting bodies (the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), the National Committee for Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE), and the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Education Recognition Program (NSCA-ERP)).

In addition to teaching, faculty members are expected to contribute to program, department, college, and university service, as well as to engage with discipline-related community partners. Responsibilities also include student advising, research mentorship, supervision of graduate theses and research projects, and collaborative initiatives with UofL Athletics and UofL Health. This is a 10-month appointment with potential opportunities for additional teaching in the summer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION (required)

• Doctoral degree in Exercise Psychology, Human Performance, or field related to the position

• Demonstrates excellence and leadership in scientific research and publishing

• Demonstrates successful history of grant writing and grant-funded research

• Demonstrates successful teaching experience in at least one of the following areas: sport/exercise psychology, human performance, coaching, strength and conditioning, exercise physiology, nutrition, long-term athlete development

• Demonstrates ability to work well and ethically with colleagues

• Demonstrates interest in working in partnership with the university and communities in diverse settings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Record of mentoring undergraduate or graduate students in research

• Regular attendance and participation in National and International Conferences

• Evidence of ability to be certified or preferably current certifications through the NSCA and/or ACSM

SALARY: Competitive, based upon qualifications and experience

APPOINTMENT: 10-month with the possibility of summer teaching

ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 1, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE AND PROCEDURES

Formal review of applicants will begin March 1, 2025 and will continue until suitable candidates are found and the approved position has been filled.

Applicants must apply online at www.louisville.edu/jobs (select posting R106408).

You will be asked to electronically submit your curriculum vitae and complete a Self-ID form on this site.

Please also submit a single PDF document to the Search Committee Chair containing the following items: a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter of application explaining how minimum and preferred qualifications are met and describing relevant experiences and interests, three recent publications in the field of exercise psychology or human performance, teaching evaluations for the past three years (if available), names and contact information for at least three references, and a copy of transcripts. Letters of recommendations may be requested of candidates at a later date; however, candidates may include up to three current letters of recommendation with their application materials if desired.

Dr. Kathryn Harman, Ph.D., Assistant Department Chair

Department of Health and Sport Sciences

University of Louisville

Louisville, KY 40292

Fax: (502) 852-4534

Email: kaharm01@louisville.edu