Clinical Assistant Professor (Open Rank) - Exercise Physiology

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Department: Health and Sport Sciences Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Term (Fixed Term) Job Req ID: R108765 Position Description: The Department of Health and Sport Sciences in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Louisville is seeking candidates for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor or Lecturer in its Exercise Physiology program with a focus on statistics and sport science. This position is a non-tenure-track, 10-month renewable appointment. The start date for this position is January 1, 2027. Preferred candidates will hold an advanced degree in statistics, sport analytics, sport science, or a closely related field, and demonstrate a strong record of teaching at the university level. Experience teaching applied statistics, data analysis, and sport analytics within sport science or human performance contexts is especially valued. We seek to strengthen the department with professionals who will make a significant scholarly impact on our students, advance the program through service, enhance the college's urban mission, and expand our partnerships within the College, the University, and the community. COMPANY DESCRIPTION Louisville, the 27th largest city in the nation, is a thriving community that is increasingly diverse and known for Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, excellent college sports, competitive schools, geographic centrality, and moderate climate. The University of Louisville is a state-supported research university of approximately 25,000 students located in Kentucky's largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally endorsed public institution for many decades prior to joining the university system in 1970. The University of Louisville has three campuses: the 287-acre Belknap Campus located three miles from downtown Louisville that houses 7 of the 12 colleges and schools; the Health Sciences Center which is situated in downtown Louisville's medical complex and houses the university's health related programs and the University of Louisville Hospital; and the Shelbyhurst Campus located in eastern Jefferson County. Visit the University of Louisville website at www.louisville.edu for more information. The mission of the Department of Health and Sport Sciences is centered on the development and preparation of individuals to be future leaders in a variety of metropolitan settings including higher education, allied health services, public and private corporations, and governmental agencies. The Department prepares and trains professionals in exercise physiology, human performance, health education, physical education, sport administration, and youth sports. The Department fulfills its mission by providing students with research-driven, student-focused, real-world experiences in a state-of-the-art setting with laboratory and academic spaces. We provide academic instruction at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels in addition to conducting theoretical and applied research. The Department also serves the University and metropolitan community through a variety of service classes fostering healthy and active lifestyles and by contributing professional consulting and service-learning opportunities to a diverse student body and community. The Department serves over 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students and includes 30 full-time faculty members. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical (non-tenure) faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in statistics, sport analytics, and/or sport science, depending on program needs. A strong emphasis is placed on delivering a student-centered learning experience that integrates statistical theory, data analysis, and applied sport science with real-world practice in a modern academic setting. Faculty are expected to support and maintain a curriculum aligned with relevant accrediting standards, including those of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and the National Strength and Conditioning Association, where applicable. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include service to the program, department, and college. These may involve advising and mentoring students, contributing to undergraduate and graduate program leadership, supporting experiential learning opportunities such as internships or applied analytics projects, collaborating with community and industry partners, and participating in ongoing program development. Appointments are typically for 10 months, with the possibility of additional summer teaching and/or research opportunities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION (required) Master's degree in Statistics, Sports Analytics, Sport Science, or field related to the position Successful teaching experience in at least one of the following content areas: statistics, sport science/sport analytics, athlete monitoring and data management Experience with statistical software and data analysis tools relevant to spo