New

Associate Teaching Professor

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Apr 10, 2026
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POSITION SPECIFICS The Pennsylvania State University Department of Kinesiology housed in the College of Health and Human Development, is actively seeking applications for a term-limited, Associate Teaching Professor in the area of motor control and movement science. The selected candidate will support a range of courses at the undergraduate level.These include: required, core courses in motor control and behavior; elective courses in health professions; general education courses in medical terminology, and others, as assigned by the Department Head. As a result, the ideal candidate will be able to teach kinesiology and health content to students with a wide range of backgrounds. In addition, courses are expected to be offered in online, hybrid, and in-person formats. Key Qualifications of the Candidate: Candidates will have an earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Motor Control, Bio-engineering, or related field, prior to beginning at Penn State. Candidates should have at least five years of teaching experience across a range of courses and delivery formats, with some direct experience with the required courses listed above. Experience in online and in-person instruction is preferred. Specific training in pedagogy / teaching methods is preferred. Experience with clinical applications of kinesiology (e.g physical therapy, occupational therapy) is preferred. Application Submissions: Candidates should complete an on-line application at https://hr.psu.edu/careers and upload: a) a cover letter (1 page), b) a statement of teaching interests and experiences (1-2 pages), and c) a list of names and contact information of three professional references (who will provide letters of recommendation upon request). For more information, please contact Sara Banker (seb@psu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. 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