Assistant Teaching Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition

Assistant Teaching Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor, School of Kinesiology & Nutrition.

Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United States

Position Details:

Division: School of Kinesiology and Nutrition

Position Type: Faculty

Employment Status: Full Time

Grant Funded: No

Pay Grade: Generic Grade

Posting Close Date: August 31, 2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for a non-tenure track, full-time, nine-month position as an Assistant Teaching Professor in the School of Kinesiology and Nutrition in the College of Education and Human Sciences to begin fall 2026. Applicants should include a cover letter with information detailing potential for high-quality teaching, student mentorship, and service activities. Also, candidates should provide a curriculum vitae, a philosophy of teaching, a list of three professional references, and official transcripts. The anticipated start date is the fall of 2026. Review of applications will begin fall 2025.

All questions concerning the position should be directed to Dr. Riley Galloway, Search Committee Co-Chair. To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by October 1, 2025. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Summary: This nine-month, non-tenure track faculty position requires teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses in the school, mentoring students, and providing service to the school, college, university, and professional organizations. The school administers undergraduate programs in Exercise Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Sport Coaching, Fitness and Nutrition, and K-12 Physical Education Licensure, master's programs in Coaching & Sport Performance, Kinesiology, Nutrition & Food Systems, as well as a Kinesiology PhD. The ideal candidate would be qualified to teach, serve, and help manage content and programming within our undergraduate and graduate programs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Commitment to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate coursework.

Engage in professional development activities to maintain teaching competence.

Assist with the assessment and evaluation of programs.

Provide service to the School, College, University, and professional organizations and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition (or closely related field) with the expertise and qualifications to support the school's programming.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.

Knowledge of the fields of Kinesiology/Exercise Science, Nutrition and Dietetics and/or Sport Performance.

Skill sets associated with use and application of common Exercise Science methodologies, teaching, and scholarly tools.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in developing and delivering courses and curriculum at the College level. Experience in ONLINE delivery systems like CANVAS. Clinical experience in Exercise Science related areas.

About The University of Southern Mississippi:

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others. We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.