Assistant professor of exercise

Posting Details

Posting Number:

F000224

Posting Type:

External - Open to All Applicants

Job Title:

Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology

Classification:

3

Position Type:

Full-Time Faculty

Department:

Health & Exercise Professions

Benefits Summary:

Benefit package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription insurance, Life insurance, Workers’ Compensation insurance, Unemployment insurance, and Total Disability insurance. Retirement: The University contributes 4% of the regular salary with up to 3% of additional matched contributions into the TIAA Retirement Program. Other benefits include tuition remission for employee, spouse, and employee’s dependent children under the age of 25 (this does not include the last two year of the PharmD program or the JD), and twenty days of paid medical leave per year.

Job Summary:

We seek an individual who is (1) passionate about teaching both lower-division and upper-division undergraduate Exercise Physiology courses, (2) committed to scholarship that involves undergraduates and (3) invested in and high-impact learning and student success. If you desire to make a difference in the lives of undergraduate students, the Department of Health & Exercise Professions in the Getty College of Arts & Sciences at Ohio Northern University invites you to apply for a tenure-track faculty position to begin August 18, 2026. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Scope:

The Department of Health & Exercise Professions in the Getty College of Arts & Sciences at Ohio Northern University welcomes applicants for a tenure track, assistant professor position in Exercise Physiology. Candidates with backgrounds in any area of Exercise Physiology will be considered.

Principal Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate Exercise Physiology courses in the CAAHEP Accredited Exercise Physiology program. Ohio Northern University faculty teach 23-25 credit hours per year. Responsibilities include classroom teaching, campus laboratory instruction, and clinical instruction. Additional responsibilities include advising undergraduate students, scholarship that involves undergraduate students, and service. Questions concerning the position should be directed to Scott Swanson, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected] .

Required Skills:

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, as well as the interest and ability to mentor students both inside and outside the classroom. Candidates with experience teaching undergraduate Exercise Physiology courses and involvement in undergraduate research are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology or a related discipline is required. An ABD will be considered if all requirements are completed before September 1, 2026. Candidates with professional certifications (e.g. ACSM-EP, ACSM-CEP or CSCS), clinical experience, or teaching experience in higher education are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

EEO Statement

ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment.

College Description:

The Getty College of Arts & Sciences is proud to focus exclusively on undergraduate education. We place a premium on faculty who provide close mentoring through small classrooms and experiential learning. Our students share a passion for learning that goes beyond the classroom across 35 nationally acclaimed and accredited degree programs. A&S students are fueled by a commitment to making a difference in their local and global communities. The College of Arts & Sciences has an impressive record of professional accomplishments by our alumni. Ohio Northern University is ranked #1 in the state of Ohio for Best Value by both the Wall Street Journal and U.S. News & World Report. Located in Ada, Ohio, the University’s rural setting provides a rhythm of life that is peaceful and unhurried. The natural beauty of campus and the friendliness of the village and campus communities offer an ideal setting for the pursuit of knowledge and genuine relationships. Additional information about Ohio Northern University is available at .

Appointment Length:

9-months

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In the statement of teaching philosophy, please discuss how you would or have supported a classroom of students with a broad cross-section of differing levels of academic preparation.

Status:

Full-Time