Assistant Professor in Health Enhancement (Physical and Health Education)

Announcement Number FAC – VA – 25060

For questions regarding this position, please contact: 

Dr. Karie Orendorff

406-994-6339

[email protected]

Classification Title 

Working Title Assistant Professor in Health Enhancement (Physical and Health Education)

Brief Position Overview 

The Department of Food Systems, Nutrition, and Kinesiology at Montana State University (MSU) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Kinesiology with expertise in Applied Sport Science. The position is a tenure-track, academic year appointment with potential for summer employment.

Faculty Tenure Track Yes

Faculty Rank Assistant Professor

Position Number 4A3183

Department Food Systems Nutrition & Kinesiolog

Division College of Education, Health & Human Development

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester 

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Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Eligible

Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type MUS

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Recruitment Type Open

General Statement 

Montana State University’s Department of Food Systems, Nutrition and Kinesiology and the College of Education, Health and Human Development are pleased to announce the availability of a full-time 9-month tenure track assistant professor faculty position in the Health and Physical Education (Health Enhancement) Program.

A dynamic educator is sought to teach and develop undergraduate in physical education methods, health methods, adapted physical education, curriculum/program development in health and physical education, assessment, and skill theme activity classes.

The faculty member will maintain a focused line of scholarly inquiry, publication and grant submission, as well as service (recruitment, retention, graduate accreditation) and outreach for the Health and Physical Education Teacher (Health Enhancement) Education program, department, university, and in school/community collaborations are expected.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Instructional duties include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in P.E. Methods, Health Methods, Curriculum Development, Skill Theme activity classes.

The faculty member will also be expected to:

• Develop an independent research program in their area of expertise.
• Demonstrate the ability to secure external funding from a combination of grants, contracts, or service testing.
• Mentor undergraduate students.
• Participate on departmental, college, and university committees as appropriate.
• Develop and/or participate in outreach and service programs.

1. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
2. PhD/EdD (or successful degree completion by August 2025) in Health or Physical Education Teacher Education or a closely related field.
3. K-12 health or physical education teaching.
4. University teaching in 2 or more areas of the following coursework: P.E. Methods, Health Methods, Measurement and Evaluation, Curriculum Development, Skill Theme activity classes.
5. School/outreach collaborations 5. Potential for scholarly productivity in Health and Physical Education (Health Enhancement).
6. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
7. Development of coursework.
8. Integration of technology for in-class, field-based.
9. Knowledge of CAEP accreditation and standards and procedures.
10. Experiences in supporting sustainable healthy active communities.

• The Successful Candidate Will
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop an independent, funded research program in the Department.
• Demonstrate the ability to secure external funding from a combination of grants, contracts, or service testing.
• Demonstrate potential to collaborate both within the FSNK Department and external to the Department.

Position Special Requirements/Additional InformationThis job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

Physical DemandsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The ProgramHealth Enhancement K-12 is designed for students who wish to become licensed to teach health enhancement (health and physical education) in grades K-12. Montana State University’s Health Enhancement Program is dedicated to preparing professionals capable of delivering developed programs that promote self-directed, responsible, physically active lifestyles as well as the health and wellness in school aged children and youth in rural settings across the state and region. Students graduating from our program are educated to the highest standards through both classroom and real-life settings. The Health Enhancement Program is devoted to excellence in learning, leadership, and stewardship.

The DepartmentThe Department of Food Systems, Nutrition and Kinesiology at Montana State University is located in the College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD). The Departmental mission is to enrich human well-being through teaching, research, and outreach.

The CollegeThe mission of the College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD), is to prepare highly qualified professionals through exemplary programs, advance knowledge about education, health, and human development, and serve the people of Montana and the nation through outreach and practical application of its expertise.

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date Upon successful completion of search

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

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Applications will be:Screening of applications will begin on February 6, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions 

EEO Statement 

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

FLSA Status Exempt

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