Assistant Professor of Human Performance

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Human Performance

Working Title Assistant Professor of Human Performance

Posting Number F01789P

Department NSU-Health & Physical Education

Posting Text

Responsibilities

Northern State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track faculty position in Human Performance/Exercise Science in the Department of Sports Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education through excellence in teaching, applied laboratory instruction, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and service. Responsibilities include teaching face-to-face and online undergraduate and graduate courses in a learner-centered environment, supervising undergraduate/graduate research, mentoring graduate students, scholarly activity, and service to the university and community. The successful candidate will teach a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses within the Human Performance and Sports Sciences programs and demonstrate experience employing successful pedagogical strategies in the collegiate classroom setting. The successful candidate will serve as the Human Performance & Biomechanics Laboratory Director. This role includes the oversight of laboratory operations, supervision of graduate assistants, collaboration with athletics and community partners, and support of accreditation and program development initiatives.

Qualifications

Applicants with an earned doctorate in Exercise Science, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or a related field. ABDs who will complete their degree before the date of appointment will be considered

Posting Details

Posting Date 12/30/2025

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

First Consideration Date 02/09/2026

Advertised Salary Depends on Experience

Duration of the Term 9 months

Appointment Percent 100%

Proposed Rank

Work Hours M-F

Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Setting: Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all

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Physical Requirements

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Graduate Transcripts

Optional Documents

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

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