The department of Exercise Science and Pre-Health Professions at Creighton University invites applications for a non-tenure track Resident Assistant Professor for a one-year appointment with specialization in human physiology and applied immunology. We seek individuals who are committed to outstanding teaching and value a strong collegial atmosphere within a primarily undergraduate-serving college. The successful applicant will be assigned 12 credit hours per semester and be responsible for teaching foundational and advanced courses in human physiology, applied immunology, and other courses as needed by the department.

Qualifications

An earned doctorate (PhD, EdD) in exercise science or a closely related field is preferred, ABD will be considered
Ability to foster student learning, development, and decision making in support of their goals, success, wellness, and needs
Evidence of excellent college level teaching is preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including proficiency in English, with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations
Empathy and compassion for the experience of others

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit their application through Interfolio. When prompted please upload the following:

Letter of Intent or Cover Letter
Current Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Prior Teaching Evaluations and Sample Syllabus (if available)

If a candidate is invited for an interview, they will be required to provide:

Original academic transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended (photocopies acceptable during initial application process)
One page statement describing candidate's potential contributions to Creighton's mission ((https://www.creighton.edu/about/mission-history)
Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which should speak to the candidateâ??s teaching ability

Review of completed applications will begin Monday March 10, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. For further information, please visit https://www.creighton.edu/arts-sciences/exercisescience If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Joan Eckerson, Chair of the Department of Exercise Science and Pre-Health Professions (JoanEckerson@creighton.edu). For questions or issues submitting your application or materials, please donâ??t hesitate to contact HR@creighton.edu.

About Creighton

At Creighton, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-yearold Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries on innovation. We pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society. We seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values.

Omaha is a diverse community of 850,000 with four Fortune-500 companies, an active sports scene, and a vibrant arts community. Recent Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College rankings recognized Creighton University among the top 20% of institutions in its survey and among the Top 10 big-city colleges in the Midwest. Creighton University also ranks in the top third of National Universities in U.S. News & World Reportâ??s and was previously recognized for 16 years in a row as No. 1 among Best Regional Universities â?? Midwest. Over the past 17 years, Creighton is the No. 1 Goldwater-producing Catholic university in the country and in the top 20 of private universities producing Goldwater Scholars over the past decade.