Assistant Professor, Human Physiology

Company: Gonzaga University
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Special InstructionsTo apply, please visit the Gonzaga University Human Resources website at . Applicants must complete an online application that must include:

• Cover letter with a statement indicating how your past and/or potential contributions will advance Gonzaga's commitment to teaching and mentoring students as whole persons.
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies will suffice).
• A teaching statement that describes your evidence-based approaches to course design and learning assessment.
• Evidence of successful teaching activity (e.g., course evaluations, written observations of teaching, etc.).
• List of Human Physiology courses in the current curriculum the candidate is interested in teaching and articulation of how their area of expertise complements that of the department's current faculty.
• Candidate should also articulate one new course they might develop in their area of expertise.
• Research statement discussing the candidate's research focus and ideas for future activity that would engage undergraduate students in the process.
• Sample of scholarly work (e.g., copy of one peer-reviewed work, or similar).Finalists will be asked to provide names and contact information for 3 professional references to provide confidential letters of recommendation (letters will be requested when finalists are selected).Questions about this position can be directed to Dr. Patrick Crosswhite at ; 509-313-3498. The position will remain open until filled, but for optimal consideration please submit your materials by the end of day January 10th, 2025, U.S. Pacific Standard Time. For assistance with your online application, please call the Human Resources department at 509-313-5996.Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer, and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.Position InformationAt Gonzaga, we don't just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for - and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga's commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time faculty in their first year: a PPO Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through VSP, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial, TIAA 403(b) Retirement plan including free onsite financial planning and advising, Employee Assistance Program through Supportlinc, ZagFit Wellness program with access to GU's onsite fitness center, Spokane Transit Authority (STA) bus passes, and more. Additional benefits such as Long Term Disability and Tuition Waivers are available after the first year of employment.For more information, click here.Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Physiology beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.A vibrant undergraduate human physiology program is seeking a skilled teacher-scholar with a commitment to excellent undergraduate teaching and inclusive and equity-minded learning environments to join the ranks of our growing School of Health Sciences. Teaching responsibilities would be in the area of biomechanics and related courses in our curriculum. Our department moved into a state-of-the-art facility in 2023 that includes a fully equipped biomechanics research lab with a markerless motion capture system, six force plate arrays, isokinetic dynamometer, and eight-channel wireless EMG system. Additional lab spaces in the department include an exercise physiology lab, an environmental chamber, a cellular & molecular lab, and more.Our department is striving to diversify both our program and our faculty. We strongly encourage women and minorities to apply, and successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity initiatives. We desire to recruit someone with experience or a well-conceived plan for engaging and teaching students from a variety of represented groups and identities and integrating diverse perspectives into their teaching and research.Gonzaga University is located in Spokane, WA, which has approximately 570,000 residents in the metropolitan area. Gonzaga's campus sits adjacent to downtown Spokane along the Spokane River in the Inland Northwest's most metropolitan region. We exist on the traditional and current homelands of the Spokane people, one of the Interior Salish speaking tribes of the region. Spokane is Washington's second largest city and boasts a vibrant restaurant, entertainment, and arts community; it is also home to a diverse array of neighborhoods and popular outdoor recreational areas.For information on our mission, please visit: .Essential Functions
  • Teach the equivalent of 18 credits per academic year in the Human Physiology program. Teaching assignment will include biomechanics (with labs), musculoskeletal dynamics & physiology, human anatomy, research methods & statistics, scientific writing, upper-division electives and/or other courses in the candidate's area of expertise or as assigned by the department chairperson to meet departmental needs.
  • Advise Human Physiology majors.
  • Academic citizenship: Participation in departmental, school, and university level activities.
  • Scholarship and Professional Development: Creation and dissemination of scholarly/professional work within the discipline is expected. Establishing a research agenda (that includes engaging undergraduates in the process), publishing peer-reviewed work, attending conferences, and participating in professional organizations, and similar activities appropriate for the discipline is required of the position.Minimum Qualifications
    • Ph.D. in a Biomechanics related discipline (Physiology, Engineering, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Sciences, Human Movement Science or other related discipline). ABDs will be considered if the candidate is expected to have the degree completed by July 15, 2025.
    • Demonstrated ability to design and assess quality learning experiences appropriate for undergraduate students.
    • Evidence of skills in technology applied to classroom and/or laboratory work in data analysis and biomechanics.
    • Demonstrated ability to synthesize, integrate, apply, and/or produce disciplinary knowledge.
    • Demonstrated knowledge about cultural proficiency in academic settings.
    • Demonstrated ability to support students from diverse backgrounds in the academic community.Desired Qualifications
      • Demonstrated abilities in advising and/or working with undergraduates in research.
      • Evidence of success working on collaborative projects with diverse interdisciplinary teams of scholars, students, and/or community organizations.Open DateOpen Date: 10/08/2024Close DateOpen Until Filled: YesApplication Review Begins onApplication Review Begins on: 01/10/2025Hiring SalaryHiring Salary: $68,378 - $72,936; commensurate with education and experience.
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