Position: Assistant Professor of Health, Human Performance and Recreation with a specialization in Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition
Background: As part of Baylor University's 2012 Vision to enter into the top tier of American universities, the Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation (HHPR) within the School of Education has embarked on a mission to develop one of the country's leading academic and research programs. This includes development of a recently approved doctoral program and Center for Exercise, Nutrition, and Preventive Health Research. The department is seeking a well-trained assistant professor who can teach human anatomy, physiology, and nutrition. In addition, contribute to preparing students for careers in health sciences (pre-medicine, pre-physical therapy, pre-dental), athletic training, exercise physiology, health, and nutrition. Further, to contribute to a multidisciplinary research team focusing on the role of exercise and nutrition on health, performance, disease, and rehabilitation. Qualifications: An earned doctorate in a science, medicine, and/or health-related field with an emphasis in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and/or exercise physiology. Ability to teach human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and/or related courses to undergraduate and graduate students. A strong commitment to mentor and professionally develop undergraduate, masters level, and doctoral level students. Appropriate professional certifications and/or credentials. A strong record or potential for conducting research related to the role of exercise and nutrition on health, disease, rehabilitation, and/or performance. Evidence of an ability to function in our laboratory settings, write grants, and obtain external funding to support research efforts. A record of active membership and involvement in professional organizations. A record of academic training and/or teaching, research, and professional experience that merits the rank of Assistant Professor at a leading academic institution. Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and/or related courses; mentor students at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels; conduct original research and contribute to exercise, nutrition, and health-related research within the department; seek and obtain extramural funding; conduct and publish research; engage in scholarly activities; establish collaborative partnerships within the department, university, medical community, and public/private sector. Salary and Beginning Date: The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and professional experience. Preference will be given to applicants who are Christians and whose philosophy is compatible with the stated mission of the University to be a world-class institution dedicated to Christian principles and ideals. The anticipated date of appointment is August 13, 2007. Setting: Baylor University was chartered by the Republic of Texas in 1845, making it the oldest continuously functioning institution of higher education in the state of Texas and the largest Baptist University in the world. The University is ranked the 81st top college and university in the US News and World Report 2007 college rankings. Over 14,000 students are enrolled on the 428-acre Waco, Texas campus, which includes the College of Arts and Sciences; the Honors College; the Schools of Business, Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Law, Music, and Social Work; the Graduate School; and the Seminary. The Nursing School is located in Dallas. Baylor attracts students from every state and has alumni from 138 foreign nations. The University has excellent libraries, computer facilities, laboratories, and student-support services. The number of National Merit Scholars enrolled at Baylor places the university in the top one percent among higher education institutions in America. Application: The review of completed applications will begin April 2, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. To insure full consideration applications should be completed by April 2, 2007. Applicants should send a formal letter of application addressing how they meet the qualifications and responsibilities described above; a curriculum vitae; the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five references; three letters of reference; official terminal degree transcripts; and, samples of research publications to: Dr. Margaret Wooddy; Search Committee Chair; Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation; One Bear Place 97313, Waco, TX 76798-7313; e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Phone: 254/710-4033, Fax: 254/710-3527. 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