How to Apply
*NOTE: Please do NOT submit your application via this system; to be considered, you must submit your application via the Interfolio process outlined below.
For best consideration, interested candidates should submit the following materials electronically through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/161189 by January 24, 2024. The search committee may continue accepting applications for this position on a rolling deadline until filled.
The below materials should be consolidated into 1 (one) PDF document before uploading to Interfolio.
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses, in part, inclusive teaching and provides evidence of teaching effectiveness (up to 2 pages)
- Statement outlining scholarship, research, and service interests (up to 1 page)
- A summary of all courses previously instructed or past experiences that align with the job description (up to 2 pages)
- At least three references to include full name, position/relationship to applicant, address, e-mail address, and telephone number
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Job Summary
The Movement Science program in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan invites applications for a clinical assistant professor (non-tenure track) position. This is a 9-month academic appointment with a preferred start date of August 2025. This position is 75% teaching and 25% administration/service/scholarship with a typical teaching load of three (3) courses per fall and winter semester. We are seeking a colleague with exceptional experience in the field of motor control and neurorehabilitation. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong dedication to mentoring learners and nurturing their scholarly skills through effective and innovative pedagogy.
Duties and responsibilities for this position will include teaching assignments in the School of Kinesiology's Movement Science program. The initial course assignments will include teaching the core neurophysiology-based Motor Control course designed for 3rd and 4th year undergraduate students. This course focuses on functional and behavioral neuroscience principles underlying motor performance with an emphasis on the integration and application of such principles to real-world situations. Other teaching opportunities include the development of new undergraduate/graduate courses that complement existing health science offerings in areas such as neurorehabilitation, clinical assessment of sensorimotor function, surgical neurophysiology skills, and/or professional skills for health science students. Administrative duties include but are not limited to the training and supervision of graduate student instructors who teach the hands-on laboratory sections of the Motor Control course, the development of off-site internship opportunities for students, and pre-health student mentoring. Engagement in professional scholarship and participation in departmental, university, and/or community service is expected.
A competitive salary will be offered, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Who We Are
General Information about the School of Kinesiology and the University of Michigan
The School of Kinesiology is one of 19 independent academic units and one of seven health science schools and colleges within the University of Michigan. The school is led by Dean Lori Ploutz-Snyder and has over 40 tenure-line faculty, 12 clinical faculty, 23 lecturers, and over 1200 students. In 2021, the School of Kinesiology relocated to a completely renovated building with state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities in the heart of the University of Michigan Central Campus. The new building includes state-of-the-art facilities to support clinical exercise physiology teaching and research. This includes dedicated lecture and laboratory classrooms, a clinical exercise physiology research laboratory, along with many other research laboratories and centers.
The University of Michigan is home to approximately 275 degree programs, with Kinesiology housing four of 102 graduate programs rated in the top 10 nationally, providing unparalleled opportunity for collaboration. Collaborative opportunities exist both within the School of Kinesiology and with other units across campus. In addition to the many exciting achievements within the School of Kinesiology, the school has a strong record of partnering with other academic units in the university, consistent with the culture of the University of Michigan that places significant value on innovation across disciplines.
Required Qualifications*
- Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Kinesiology, Physical/Occupational Therapy, or other closely related fields with a focus on movement neuroscience.
- At least two years of demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education is expected.
- Skills and abilities such as providing laboratory oversight, serving as course coordinator, training GSI's on lab protocols and procedures, maintaining inventory of lab supplies, pedagogical mentoring of GSI's curriculum development, contributing to new academic curricula, developing inclusive teaching initiatives, engagement in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and collaborative research and scholarship are strongly preferred.
- Candidates should demonstrate their contributions to a positive workplace culture aligned with our school's core values.
- Preference will be given to applicants who are board-certified neurologic clinical specialists.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
Selection Process
The School of Kinesiology seeks to recruit and retain a broadly diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to maintain the excellence of the University and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual-career couples and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
- Preference will be given to applicants who are board-certified neurologic clinical specialists.
