| Location | Aberdeen, SD |
Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution Northern State University Working Title Assistant Professor of Human Performance/Exercise Science Posting Number F01976P Department NSU-Health & Physical Education Physical Location of Position (City) Aberdeen Posting Text
Responsibilities:
Northern State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track faculty position in Human Performance/Exercise Science in the Department of Sports Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education through excellence in teaching, applied laboratory instruction, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and service. Responsibilities include teaching face-to-face and online undergraduate and graduate courses in a learner centered environment, supervising undergraduate/graduate research, mentoring graduate students, scholarly activity, and service to the university and community. The successful candidate will teach a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses within the Human Performance and Sports Sciences programs and demonstrate experience employing successful pedagogical strategies in the collegiate classroom setting. The successful candidate will serve as the Human Performance & Biomechanics Laboratory Director. This role includes the oversight of laboratory operations, supervision of graduate assistants, collaboration with athletics and community partners, and support of accreditation and program development initiatives.
Qualifications:
Applicants with an earned doctorate in Exercise Science, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or a related field. ABDs who will complete their degree before the date of appointment will be considered.
Posting Date 10/23/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 11/15/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours
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Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40 Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Setting:
Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.
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Application:
Review of applications will begin immediately. A complete application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a list of three references. The position is open until filled with an anticipated August 23, 2027, start date. For full consideration, submit materials by November 15, 2026.
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