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Position Details
The Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a tenure-track, full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2025.
The Allied Health program, within the Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic colleague with a terminal degree in Allied Health, Exercise Science, or a related field to teach courses within the department. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate courses in health sciences and human performance as needed by the department. The successful candidate will be expected to engage and mentor a diverse undergraduate student body in research, service, and experiential learning activities contributing to student success.
We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about fostering a community of inquiry and inclusivity, and who is committed to student success both inside and outside the classrooms and at practical settings.
Teaching: The teaching responsibilities for the successful candidate are undergraduate courses serving all majors within the department including Allied Health and Human Performance. The successful candidate will demonstrate an aptitude for teaching courses including but not limited to personal and family health, medical terminology, and other introductory and upper level courses. The successful candidate should also possess the potential for excellence in teaching, a critical component for our teaching-centered, primarily undergraduate institution, through effective teaching methods and strategies. Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm for fostering an inclusive and captivating learning environment for the diverse student population. The focus should be on promoting common learning goals across various subject areas within the department. The required teaching load is 24 contact hours per academic year.
Service & Student Involvement: The successful candidate will fully engage with the institution by providing and/or developing expertise that serves the broader needs of the institution as a requirement for earning tenure and promotion. Community and professional service are also valued contributions, particularly where relevant to the departments and majors within the department. The successful colleague will engage undergraduate students in rich experiential activities to provide greater depth and opportunity to the educational experience at the university. Faculty members also advise students each semester, providing academic and career advice.
Scholarship: The successful candidate will establish an active research program that leads to peer-reviewed publications in respected journals and presentations at professional conferences at local, regional, national, and international levels. The successful candidate is expected to conduct research within the health sciences and human performance areas. The successful candidate is also encouraged to engage students in their scholarly activities. As one of the largest and most diverse departments in the University, ample opportunities exist for collaboration within the department, and our faculty are routinely successful at securing internal grant funds to support research.
Qualifications: A terminal degree is required, although advanced ABD candidates will also be considered. Prior teaching and research experience with undergraduate students is required. A personal commitment to engaging and advising undergraduate students is essential.
Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
The review of applicants will begin in Fall 2024, and the position will be posted until it is filled.
Required Attachments
The documents listed below are required and should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application.
1. Cover letter detailing qualifications and interests in the position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Statement of research plans
5. Copy of graduate/terminal transcript
6. Name and contact information of three (3) references
Optional submission:
Course Evaluations (if available)
Additional Information:
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,047 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 25 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 300 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.
The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 18 master's programs.
The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high-quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers in the classroom and working with students individually. UT has invested heavily in developing our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see: https://www.ut.edu/academics/college-of-natural-and-health-sciences.
The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.
Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
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Background Check Requirements
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.