Overview

The Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation in Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences at Baylor University invites applications for a Full-Time Lecturer position starting August 1, 2024. This position is a 10-month appointment during the academic year. Teaching opportunities during summers may be available depending on student demand. Though not a tenure-track position, Regular Lecturers are full-time faculty and are eligible to progress toward the rank of Senior Lecturer. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To receive full consideration, a candidate should submit his or her application materials by March 29, 2024.

HHPR is equipped with two state-of-the-art biochemistry and applied exercise science laboratories. The new Mooney Lab for Exercise, Nutrition, and Biochemistry has the capacity to conduct a vast array of research focused on biochemical and molecular biology techniques including cell culture used in exercise physiology and nutrition research. The Baylor Lab for Exercise Science and Technology is set up to conduct applied research in cardiopulmonary, muscular strength and endurance, energy expenditure, vascular imaging, and body composition.

The Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation has current and potential collaborative ties with the Baylor College of Medicine, Baylor Scott and White Health, the VISN17 Veterans Administration Center for Excellence for Research on Returning War Veterans, and several local clinical settings.

Qualifications:

  • A terminal degree is preferred. However, candidates with healthcare and/or allied healthcare experience with a masters degree, along with extensive teaching experience are encouraged to apply. Demonstration of excellence in teaching is essential. Successful candidates will be able to teach a variety of lecture and laboratory sections of Human Anatomy and Human Physiology for Pre-Nursing, Pre-Occupational Therapy and Nutrition and Dietetics students.
  • The department is interested in applicants from a variety of backgrounds that include but are not limited to: Nursing, Health Sciences, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Motor Learning and Development, and Athletic Training.

Application Instructions:

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Applicants must submit an initial application packet that contains

  1. a formal letter of application/cover letter (specifically address how you, the applicant, meet qualifications and can fulfill responsibilities);
  2. a full curriculum vitae;
  3. copies of official transcripts of all degrees completed;
  4. contact information for three references; and
  5. an applicant information form addressing one’s philosophy and compatibility with Baylor’s Christian mission.

A selected pool of candidates will then be asked to submit three letters of reference. The finalist will be invited for an interview with the department and university administration. All required materials must be submitted through Interfolio.

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylors commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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