Exercise Science Faculty position (tenure-track)

The Westminster College School of Life and Health Sciences invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track position in Exercise Science to begin June 2026. We seek a dynamic and innovative teacher-scholar to establish an exciting new program in exercise science at our institution and who is committed to excellence in undergraduate education and student-centered learning. The teaching load is three courses per semester (in person) and will include, in addition to courses supporting the exercise science major, courses in the core curriculum and first-year program. The College also expects research output in the relevant field of specialization.

Responsibilities:

• Establish, maintain and expand an exercise science program at a small liberal arts college.
• Teach a broad range of courses in exercise science, including Kinesiology, Anatomy and Physiology and Methods.
• Maintain an active program of scholarship that engages undergraduate students.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students pursuing exercise science majors, minors, and interdisciplinary programs.
• Participate in service to the department, College, and broader academic community.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or a related field.
• Experience with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accreditation.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence and inclusivity in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting.
• Evidence of scholarly potential or productivity, specifically with undergraduate students.
• Given the current political and fiscal climate, Westminster College does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas currently. To be hired, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Westminster College is a nationally recognized liberal arts college, known for its collaborative environment, outstanding experiential learning programs, and focus on student success. Related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Westminster was founded in 1852 as one of the first colleges in the country to offer the same degrees to all people, regardless of gender, race, or religion. Westminster has been ranked among the nation’s top schools for “Top Colleges Doing the Most for the American Dream” (NY Times), “best value for the money” (College Factual), employment success (Educate to Career Index), graduation rate performance (U.S. News), social mobility (Washington Monthly), women in STEM disciplines (Forbes), service-learning (President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll), and other categories. Around 1,100 undergraduate and graduate students benefit from close personal attention from dedicated faculty while choosing from 41 majors, 10 pre-professional programs and 80 organizations. Westminster’s historic campus is located in New Wilmington, PA, a beautiful rural setting near Pittsburgh and Cleveland.

Applicants should submit via email a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, plan for research involving undergraduates, and graduate transcripts. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent, at least one of which must address teaching.

All application materials should be e-mailed to Dr. Marosh Furimsky, Chair, Department of Biology, Westminster College at [email protected] Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.