Position Announcement

Instructor (Sport Studies) (Variable Time)
Department of Kinesiology
College of Education and Human Services


Description of Positions: Various teaching positions (variable percent of time) may be available in the Department of Kinesiology in Sport Studies.

Requirements of Applicants:

  1. Masters degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Sociology or related area.
  2. Preference will be given to applicants who have background or experience in teaching in the area of specialization for which courses are available.

Responsibilities of the Positions: To teach a combination of undergraduate courses such as Concepts of Physical Fitness, Introduction to Athletic Training, Therapeutic Modalities, and Medical Aspects in the Fall 2008 semester.

To teach a combination undergraduate courses such as Concepts of Physical Fitness, Clinical Application in Athletic Training, Essentials in Athletic Training, Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries, Essentials in Athletic Training, Biomechanics of Human Movement, Diversity in American Sport, and a graduate course in Gender and Sport in the Spring 2009 semester.

Appointment and Salary: These positions are term appointments. Salary is commensurate with experience and background.

Effective Date of Employment:  August 16, 2008, for fall semester; January 1, 2009, for spring semester.

Application Deadline:  April 28, 2008, or until positions are filled.

Application Procedure:  Application materials should include a letter of application indicating specialization, curriculum vitae, a minimum of three current letters of professional recommendation, graduate transcripts or listing of graduate coursework (an official transcript of graduate coursework will be required if selected for an interview). Address inquiries and forward application materials to:

Dr. Elaine Blinde, Chair
Department of Kinesiology
Mail Code 4310
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
1075 S. Normal Avenue
Carbondale, IL 62901
Email: blinde@siu.edu
Phone: 618-536-2431 Fax: 618-453-3329
Website: http://web.coehs.siu.edu/Public/kines/

 

SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its
ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a
diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and
will receive consideration.