Health, Human & Sports Exercise Science Faculty
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Health Science, Exercise Science / Kinesiology
Health, Human Performance & Sports Exercise Science Faculty
All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
We do not accept references or other application materials from outside credential management organizations. Application materials and references must be submitted through our applicant tracking system.
General InformationWayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891.
Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.
Wayne State College is seeking a non-tenure track Exercise Science Faculty member. Initial appointment at the rank of Instructor is anticipated. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Primary teaching assignment may include but not limited to Exercise Physiology, Sport Physiology, Fitness Evaluation and Assessment, Physical Health and Wellbeing, Athletic Performance and Nutrition, Introduction to Exercise Science and Allied Health Professions, Anatomy and Physiology, among others as needed.
Application review will begin on February 15, 2026.
Desired start date is the 2026 Fall Semester.
Nature of WorkResponsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. Teach college courses in the exercise science program utilizing human performance lab and equipment; advise undergraduate and graduate students; advise clubs and organizations; serve on department, program, and college committees; engage in scholarly activities; and collaborate with colleagues to further the school’s and department’s mission.
ResponsibilitiesContribute to students’ academic growth and development, which includes all of the following.
A. Teaching, which includes but is not limited to the following:
- Have knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject
- Maintain competence in the assigned field of specialization and exhibit professional competence in the classroom, studio or laboratory
- Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning
- Maintain respect for the student and the student’s posture as a learner
- Organize course and subject matter to acquaint all students with the course requirements including specific objectives, and methods of evaluation
- Organize course presentations through short-term and long-range outcomes
- Present abstract ideas and theories clearly
- Conduct classroom presentations and activities utilizing methods appropriate to reach students of varying educational/experiential backgrounds and learning styles
- Actively engage students in lectures, discussions or laboratories
- Coordinate handouts, video and/or online materials and/or articles to update course content
- Incorporate new methodologies in teaching and technology into classes
- Encourage student to think for themselves
- Be flexible and innovative with teaching styles and approaches, as appropriate to the class
- Be reliable in meeting scheduled responsibilities
- Be accessible to students; post and maintain office hours
- Provide regular and timely assessment of student progress
- Be fair in examinations and grading
- Participate in program assessment and catalog revisions
- Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, revise and update existing courses to maintain relevant and current content
- Participate in program review and updating requirements
B. Advising students, which includes but is not limited to the following:
- Be knowledgeable about college policies and…
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