EAST TEXAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY -  Assistant Professor of Kinesiology

POSITION: Assistant Professor in Kinesiology

DESCRIPTION: East Texas Baptist University invites applications for a full-time, career-track position in Kinesiology. The position begins August 2024 and will include teaching 24 credit hours per year, participation in departmental meetings and review, contribution to curriculum development, and student advising duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: ETBU seeks a qualified individual with a terminal degree in Kinesiology of related field. Applicants nearing completion of their doctorate may be considered. Candidates should have teaching experience to teach across several Kinesiology subdisciplines and a record of professional involvement. Candidates must have a strong commitment to academic scholarship and teaching, as well as the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues. Candidates must possess an appreciation and commitment to teach in Christian higher education through the integration of biblical faith and learning. Candidates must demonstrate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Faculty must live lifestyles consistent with the University's biblical standards of morality, temperance, stewardship, as well as membership and active participation in the faculty members' local Christian church. ETBU faculty are required to participate in the life of the University via faculty/department/school meetings, University Chapel services, prayer emphases, discipleship group studies, committee participation, local community ministry involvement, and attendance at campus activities and events.

THE UNIVERSITY: East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT), ETBU uses the Bible and the 1963Baptist Faith and Message as well as the Resolution on Sexual Ethics (2009)and the Resolution on Transgender Issues (2015) as the theological framework and basis for institutional mission, governance, and policy. In compliance with federal law, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in employment. Under federal law, East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.

APPLICATIONS: Complete the university application using the "Apply" button, and upload the following documents:

a. Letter of Application

b. Personal Testimony of Christian Faith

c. Curriculum Vita

d. Statement of Philosophy of Teaching which includes an articulation of a personal approach to the integration of biblical faith and learning through a Christian worldview

e. Official transcripts from all schools attended (Academic Affairs, East Texas Baptist University, One Tiger Drive, Marshall, TX 7 5670-1498 or to academicaffairs@etbu.edu)

f. Contact information (e-mail, mailing address, necessary phone numbers) for at least three professional references .For additional information contact: Joseph D. Brown, PhD Professor of Kinesiology Dean, Frank S. Groner School of Professional Studies One Tiger Drive Marshall, TX75670903-923-2270 jbrown@etbu.edu

DEADLINES: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will beginas suitable applications are received.