TENURE TRACK FACULTY (Open Rank) - Physical Education – Assistant, Associate or Full Professor

Stephen F. Austin University seeks nominations and applications for a motivated professional to contribute significantly to the undergraduate and/or graduating programs in the Kinesiology and Health Science Department of the College of Education. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University's undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Kinesiology and Health Science chair within the College of Education.

The online application may be found on the SFA Careers website: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/05576e7e/TvcS5pGYmUykHvfJsy9jGw?u=https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12266

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Science is located within the Perkins College of Education. The primary purpose of the department is to prepare undergraduate students for careers in public health and kinesiology while offering graduate programs in athletic training and human performance studies. Our department also works to develop the total fitness, health and recreational sports skills of the general university student through fitness and lifetime sports programs. The department vision and mission are available at:  https://link.edgepilot.com/s/a246bd80/WSfizylM00WzuHCtKwwv_g?u=https://www.sfasu.edu/kinesiology.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
2. Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.
3. Provides services to the university and the profession.
4. Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked faculty members within the department.
5. When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates for tenure.
6. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.
2. May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.
3. May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.
4. May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
5. May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Assistant Professor:
1. Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
2. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
3. Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.
4. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
6. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

Associate Professor/Professor:
1. Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
2. Skill in effectively teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students.
3. Skill in conducting recognized research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.
4. Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.
5. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
6. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
7. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

Assistant Professor:
Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.

Associate Professor/Professor:
Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities.

The rank of Associate Professor is held by an individual with a proven record of research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, effective teaching, and service to the academic and general communities. The individual must demonstrate excellence in teaching and excellence in either research/scholarly/creative accomplishments or in service. An individual should have held the rank of Assistant Professor for at least three years.

The rank of Professor is held by an individual who has a sustained record of research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, effective teaching, and service to the academic and general communities and whose contributions to the profession or field are substantial and are recognized beyond the campus. The individual must demonstrate excellence in all appropriate categories: teaching, research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments, and service. An individual should have held the rank of Associate Professor for at least three years.

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have:

·         A terminal degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or a related field.

·         Extensive knowledge in Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) as well as experience developing and teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in PETE and Kinesiology.

·         Prior certified public school teaching experience at the K-12 level.

·         Experience incorporating program learning outcomes in courses as part of a PETE program assessment and data collection plan for accreditation purposes.

·         Participated in scholarly activities and departmental, college, university, and community service activities while staying current in the field through participation in professional organizations, conferences, and continuous professional development.

·         Conducted research in Kinesiology, Physical Education, and/or a health-related area/discipline. Publishes findings in peer-reviewed journals and secures internal and external grant funds for research projects.

·         The potential to coordinate the K-12 teacher certification program in PETE to support and maintain continued national accreditation.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

(which must be attached to the application in the “Documents Needed to Apply” section online) https://link.edgepilot.com/s/05576e7e/TvcS5pGYmUykHvfJsy9jGw?u=https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12266

Applications will not be considered complete until all documents have been received including Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts and a list of references. Official transcripts and three letters of recommendation will be required prior to the on-campus interview, if selected as a finalist.  The position will remain open until filled.

Desired Start Date is September 1, 2025.

Salary for this position is Commensurate with Experience

ABOUT SFA:

SFA is a comprehensive, regional university located in Nacogdoches, Texas. Enrolling approximately 11,500 students, SFA offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and 120 areas of study within six academic colleges—business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, sciences and mathematics, and liberal and applied arts. The university offers degree programs both online and on its beautifully wooded campus nestled in the heart of Texas Forest Country. The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION STATEMENTS:

Vision: The James I. Perkins College of Education will be the college of choice for students striving to achieve professional excellence through exemplary programs that are recognized at state, national and international levels.

Mission: The mission of the Perkins College of Education is to prepare competent, successful, caring and enthusiastic professionals dedicated to responsible service, leadership, and continued professional and intellectual development in an interconnected global society.

To accomplish this mission, the goals of the Perkins College of Education are to:

·         Provide transformational experiences for our students.

·         Promote meaningful and sustained enrollment growth.

·         Attract and support high quality faculty and staff.

·         Improve and maintain an optimal college culture.

·         Provide academic and co-curricular innovations.

·         Increase connections with stakeholders.

Core Values: The mission of the Perkins College of Education is to prepare competent, successful, caring and enthusiastic professionals dedicated to responsible service, leadership, and continued professional and intellectual development in an interconnected global society.

To accomplish this mission, the goals of the Perkins College of Education are to:

·         Provide transformational experiences for our students.

·         Promote meaningful and sustained enrollment growth.

·         Attract and support high quality faculty and staff.

·         Improve and maintain an optimal college culture.

·         Provide academic and co-curricular innovations.

·         Increase connections with stakeholders.

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.