Job Description

Adjunt Faculty Position

William Paterson University invites applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty within the College of Science and Health, Department of Kinesiology.

Thank you for expressing interest in serving as an adjunct faculty member at William Paterson University.

Please note that there may not be a vacancy at this time. Rather, qualified applicants may be contacted if and when there is an immediate need, or on an exploratory basis for a future opening.

For general questions, please email talent@wpunj.edu.

Undergraduate courses in this department are taught both online and in person. Below are the undergraduate majors in the Department of Kinesiology:

• Exercise Physiology
• Physical Education Teacher Certification
• Sport Management
• Sports Medicine

Graduate courses in this department are taught both online and in person. Below are the graduate majors in the Department of Kinesiology:

• Athletic Training
• Exercise Physiology
• Sport Administration

Department Overview:

The Department of Kinesiology provides the opportunity to earn degrees at the BA, BS, and MS level. Students are prepared for a variety of careers including athletic training, exercise physiology, physical education, sport management/sport administration, and sports medicine. Our students benefit from small classes, opportunities to conduct research, and internships at both local and out-of-state locations. Kinesiology students also have access to state-of-the-art labs including the Human Performance Lab, the Human Motion Analysis Lab, and the Motor Behavior Lab.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Using the course outline as a guide, develop relevant syllabi in order to deploy course content, objectives, and methods of student assessment.
• Contribute to student success by providing consistent and effective support and being available to the students for their questions and needs.
• Teach in person and/or online depending upon course schedules and department needs.

Required Qualifications for Undergraduate courses:

• Masters in a relevant discipline to the Kinesiology undergraduate major; Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Sport Management, and Sports Medicine.
• Full time or part-time employment in an area related to the Kinesiology undergraduate major.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification and/or continuing professional education relevant to the kinesiology discipline.
• Experience teaching both online and in person courses.

Required Qualifications for Graduate courses:

• Masters in a relevant discipline to the Kinesiology graduate major; Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, and Sport Administration.
• Full time or part-time employment in an area related to the Kinesiology graduate major.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification and/or continuing professional education relevant to the kinesiology discipline.
• Experience teaching both online and in person courses.

Personal Attributes and Traits:

• Ability to translate kinesiology experience into pedagogical approaches that enhance curriculum relevance.
• Demonstrated commitment to engage in continuous professional development activities.
• Demonstrated commitment to content, teaching excellence, assessment strategies, and student success.
• Capable of exhibiting patience and resourcefulness in managing student challenges.
• Ability to effectively address competing wants and needs by developing and sustaining robust working relationships in a diverse environment.
• Demonstrated ability to set and work toward common goals in a collaborative environment.

Invitation to apply

Interested candidates will be prompted to: Complete an application and submit a cover letter. Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration. General questions related to this application process, please contact talent@wpunj.edu.

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EEO Statement

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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