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Professor, Kinesiology (Faculty of Education)

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
$17,5 an hour (estimated)
Full-time

The Kinesiology program at Vancouver Island University (VIU) offers a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree. The department is searching for a dynamic faculty member who is committed to teaching and learning excellence with a strong interest in student engagement and success.

Candidates must be willing to teach a variety of courses in all years of the program, deliver labs, assess student progress, and support students in all aspects of their studies.

Collegiality, flexibility, and enthusiasm for the art and science of human movement are desired characteristics.

We are seeking a candidate with expertise in exercise physiology with a focus on adaptations to exercise. An ideal candidate would have experience teaching exercise prescription and strength and conditioning.

The ability to teach human physiology and introductory nutrition is also preferred. Membership and certification with a well-recognized exercise physiology / prescription organization(s) is preferred (e.

g., Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology). The department has a desire for a faculty member who can promote community engagement for student learning (e.

g., undergraduate research, guest speakers, experiential learning).

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service.

Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives;

and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications :

In accordance with the university's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, preference will be given to members of the following designated group(s) : Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, persons identifying as 2SLGBTQ+, women.

If you wish to qualify for preferential consideration, you are encouraged to self-identify in your cover letter.

Relevant PhD in Kinesiology / Exercise Sciences from an accredited institution is required. ABD will be considered if professional memberships and experience is comparable.

Demonstrated proficiency in post-secondary teaching in the areas of exercise prescription, and strength and conditioning are required.

Experience teaching nutrition and human physiology are also assets.

  • Evidence of an ability to be responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
  • Willingness and ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment while also engaging in post-secondary service.

Information for Applicants :

Please submit :
  • CV / Resume
  • CV / Resume
  • Cover letter (2 page maximum)
  • Copies of transcripts / credentials / qualifications identified on resume
  • Condensed teaching dossier (3-page maximum)
  • Statement of teaching philosophy (2-page maximum)
  • All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

    Vancouver Island University is a comprehensive teaching university with 13,000 students across four campuses. VIU proudly fosters student success, strong community connections and meaningful collaborations by providing access to a wide range of programs, from academic undergraduate and master’s to industry-responsive trades and vocational training.

    VIU is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan that takes the worry out of retirement.

    As part of the VIU campus community, you will work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development.

    The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

    The VIU community acknowledges and thanks the Snuneymuxw, Quw’utsun, Tla’amin, Snaw-naw-as and Qualicum First Nation on whose traditional lands we teach, learn, research, live and share knowledge.

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