HEALTH POSITIONS

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HEALTH EDUCATION/PHYSICAL EDUCATION PEDAGOGY, Grand Valley State University
COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION, Georgia Southern University
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY HEALTH &
WELL-BEING, California State University, Fullerton

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HEALTH EDUCATION/PHYSICAL EDUCATION PEDAGOGY
AFFILIATE FACULTY /
FULL-TIME
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY


Position:  Full Time Affiliate Faculty Member in Health and Physical Education Teacher Preparation

Responsibilities:  Primary responsibility will be to teach courses in the area of the School Health Education minor and Physical Education in the K-12 Professional Instruction curriculum. These responsibilities will be supplemented with coordinating the School Health Education minor and supervising pre-service teachers. Responsibilities will also include student advising, and service activities. For further information, please see the Human Resources website: www.gvsu.edu/hro/ on affiliate positions.

Qualifications:  Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Health or Physical Education or related field. Health Education endorsement required and Physical Education endorsement is desired. The committee is seeking demonstrated excellence in teaching at the K-12, college and/or university level, experience in supervision of pre-service teachers, and commitment to the profession at the state level.

Salary:  Commensurate with experience

Application:  Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org.  Submit a letter of application, a resume, and a one page single spaced statement containing the following descriptions: your teaching philosophy; interest in coordinating a minor in health education that includes your vision for a health education program for developing teaching professionals; your commitment to be a leader at the state level in your field. Please provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three professional references. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance or have questions

Call Human Resources at 616-331-2215 or
Contact Dr. Colleen Lewis, Search Committee Chair
(616) 331-8682 or lewiscol@gvsu.edu with questions about the position.
TDD Callers: Call
Michigan Relay Center 1-800-649-3777


Application review will begin
November 2, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

For more information about
Grand Valley, see our website at www.gvsu.edu.


Grand Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution.

 
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COMMUNITY
HEALTH EDUCATION
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR /TENURE TRACK
GEORGIAN SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

Position:  Reporting to the Chair of the Department, the successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Community Health.  The position is a 9-month tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities:  Courses might include program planning, health care systems, and behavioral approaches to health promotion. In addition, the successful candidate will promote and sustain interdisciplinary dialogue, research and service, hold active membership in professional associations/organizations, and serve on committees and participate in official activities at the departmental, college, and university levels.

Qualifications:

Required:  Earned doctorate in Community Health or closely related field by August 1, 2010; commitment to excellence in teaching and learning as evidenced by a presentation during the campus visit with students present; promise of productive scholarship consistent with the teacher-scholar model; commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service that is consistent with the College’s priorities for the Department and the mission of the University; ability to contribute to a positive work environment in the Department, College, and University; technological literacy and a commitment to integrate technology in teaching and scholarship; and commitment to professional service within the University and beyond.

Preferred:   Minimum of one year of college/university teaching experience in Community Health; certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist; experience in online instruction and development; and interest in working in diverse academic and professional communities.

 

Application:  Screening of applications begins December 1, 2009, and continues until the position is filled. The position starting date is August 1, 2010. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to:

Dr. Barry Joyner, Chair, Search #56655
Department of Health and Kinesiology
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8076
Statesboro GA 30460-8076
Electronic mail:
joyner@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: (912) 478-0200


More information
about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://www.georgiasouthernhealthscience.com/more-on-chhs/job-opportunities.html.
Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act.


Georgia Southern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the
ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.


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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY HEALTH &
WELL-BEING
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / TENURE
TRACK
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON


Position:  (Job Control Number 23603G-10-008) The College of Health and Human Development, the Department of Kinesiology is searching for a Tenure-Track faculty member with expertise in Physical Activity, Health, & Well-being.
 

Responsibilities:  Primary teaching responsibilities are in the areas of physical activity, health, and well-being.  In addition to the sub-specialty, teaching responsibilities may include, among others, courses in the areas of measurement and statistics, introduction to kinesiology, and/or research methods. Successful applicants will be expected to conduct research and engage in other scholarly activities; participate in curriculum development; advise and direct student research and graduate theses/projects/exams; provide Department, College, and University service; and provide academic advisement. 

 

Qualifications:  Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field;

Expertise in one or more of the following: theories and models of behavior change related to physical activity participation (e.g., social-cognitive, behavioral, social ecological), measurement of physical activity, and/or intervention effectiveness in reducing or preventing chronic disease through physical activity across the lifespan;

Focused ongoing scholarly/creative activity with a record of peer-reviewed publications; successful teaching performance in relevant courses;  Evidence of significant professional and leadership activities; and   Ability to work successfully within a culturally diverse university and community;  Priority will be given to candidates with experience in and/or potential for attracting external funding.

 

Rank & Salary:  This position is at the rank of Assistant Professor.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with rank, experience and qualifications. Periodic salary adjustments are enacted by the state legislature. Additional teaching in summer and intersession is often available. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available which includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care as well as an affordable housing program; and a defined-benefit retirement program through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits visit: http://hr.fullerton.edu/Benefits/Faculty_Unit_3.pdf

 

Appointment Date:  August 2010

 

Application:  Send letter of application; a brief narrative (2 pages) regarding candidate's views on trends and future directions in main area of research; transcripts of graduate work; current vita; up to three examples of scholarly work; copies of teaching evaluations for all courses taught over the past two years; and three letters of recommendation addressed to:

Department of Kinesiology
California State University, Fullerton
P.O. Box 6870
Fullerton, CA  92834-6870
ATTN: Chair, Faculty Search Committee


Application Deadline:  To assure full consideration complete applications should be received by
November 30, 2009. The positions will remain open until filled.


Department:  The Department (> 1,000 majors) offers B.S and M.S. degrees in Kinesiology, providing students with several focus options related to specific career objectives and sub-disciplinary specializations.  The Department houses several laboratories and offers multiple opportunities for collaboration in its research centers, including the Center for Successful Aging, the Center for the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles and Obesity Prevention, the Lifespan Wellness Center, and the Center for the Advancement of Responsible Youth Sports. Visit the departmental and university websites for additional information about our offerings and faculty: http://hhd.fullerton.edu/knes/


Cal State Fullerton is an Equal Opportunity/Title IX/503/504/VEVRA/ADA Employer

Achieving a Climate of Success Through Diversity and Equity


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