Lecturer in Kinesiology and Health Promotion at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job Title	Lecturer in Kinesiology and Health Promotion
Requisition Number	FE04026
Working Title
Department Name	8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Type of Position	Faculty
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Tenure Track Status	Non-Tenure Track
Required Education	The successful candidate will possess an earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D. orequivalent) in one of the following academic areas of exercise science, physical education, health promotion, sport leadership, or a very closely related field. The search committee will only review applicants who have completed their doctoral studies upon submission of their materials.
Required Related Experience	N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification	N/A
Job Summary	The Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion within the College of Education at the University of Kentucky is seeking candidates for a Lecturer (non-tenure eligible) position, effectiveAugust 16, 2024. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The flagship university of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the University of Kentucky is home to more than 30,000 students and nearly 3,000 faculty members. Located in Lexington, the Horse Capital of the World, UK is a major employer in the small city of approximately 315,000. The Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion (KHP), housed in the College of Education, is comprised of 26 full-time faculty members, and offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs in the academic areas of exercise science, physical education, health promotion, and sport leadership. KHP serves as the academic focus for more than 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Job Responsibilities: Pursue excellence in teaching and service. Successful candidates will beexpected to: 1.) teach a four-three course load each academic year consisting of primarilyundergraduate courses serving most of our KHP majors and minors; 2.) provide support andadvise students across departmental undergraduate programs; 3.) provide service to thedepartment, College, and University of Kentucky. Courses to be taught may include: KHP 210 – Fitness Conditioning, KHP 230 – Human Health &Wellness, KHP 240 – Nutrition and Physical Fitness, KHP 280 – Introduction to Coaching, KHP350 – Strength & Conditioning for Sports, KHP 450 – Exercise Testing and Prescription, orother courses as assigned. Lecturers within the KHP Department are highly valued, significantly contribute to teaching andservice within the program, and serve in important leadership and supportive roles within the department. Applications: Applicants should include, along with the application information: a detailed cover letter noting academic credentials and professional experience related to the responsibilities and qualifications for this position (upload under Cover Letter); a curriculum vita (upload under Curriculum Vita); copies of student evaluations of the candidate’s teaching (upload under Specific Request 1); and detailed contact information for three or more professional references that can speak to the applicant’s qualifications (references will be contacted for finalists only) (upload under Specific Request 2). Transcripts will be required of allfinalists for the position. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Stephanie Bennett (stephanie.bennett@uky.edu), Chair of Search Committee, KHP Department, 100 Seaton Bldg. University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0219, phone (859) 257-5687. Priority Review for Applications will begin April 10, 2024, and will continue until filled. For relevant information about the KHP Department, visit the following websites: University of Kentucky (http://www.uky.edu/); College of Education (http://education.uky.edu/); Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion (http://education.uky.edu/KHP/).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled	Yes
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1

Optional Documents

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