Department

Clinical & Applied Movement Science, Chair-OPS

Compensation

Negotiable

 

General Description/Primary Purpose:

Part-time adjunct faculty position in the Department of Clinical & Applied Movement Sciences. Adjunct faculty are employed on a semester-by-semester basis, as needed, and are non-tenure-earning.

Position responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course schedule.

• Hold scheduled office hours with frequency and modality as negotiated with the acting program director and department chair.

• Mentor students.

Working Hours: Part-time

Work Schedule: Varies

Supervision Exercised:  This is not a supervisory role.

Required Licensure:

• Kinesiology UG and Kinesiology grad: N/A    

• Athletic Training: Board of Certification, Florida licensure or eligible for athletic training licensure in Florida

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on May 4, 2026.

Compensation: Adjunct faculty are paid a minimum of $1000 per credit hour.

Required Qualifications:

• Kinesiology UG: earned master’s degree in Exercise Science (or related field)

• Kinesiology grad: earned doctoral degree in Exercise Science (or related field)

• Athletic Training: earned doctoral degree in biomechanics, exercise science, sports medicine, or a related field; certification and good standing with the Board of Certification; current Florida licensure or eligible for athletic training licensure in Florida

Preferred Qualifications:

• Kinesiology UG and Kinesiology grad: record of diverse teaching experiences in course areas we are seeking to fill; American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Associations, and other related certifications   

• Athletic Training: record of diverse teaching experiences in course areas we are seeking to fill

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:

• Current curriculum vitae

• Cover letter

Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled. Note: Adjunct postings may close at any time without notice.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Jenna Mirchin at jenna.mirchin@unf.edu or (904) 620-2841.

About the Department: The Clinical & Applied Movement Sciences Department (CAMS) at UNF offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Undergraduate students can pursue a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Our Graduate programs include a Master of Science in Health with a concentration in Kinesiology and Lifestyle Medicine and a Master of Science in Athletic Training. For more information about the Clinical & Applied Movement Sciences Department visit: https://www.unf.edu/brooks/clinical-applied-movement-sciences/index.html

 

Required Qualifications

Temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to give instruction in connection with an established program. The appointments are: for one (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University. May teach undergrad courses with Master's degree in specified discipline. Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.

 

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

 

 

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