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Job Title Graduate Program Director, Doctor of Applied Science in Kinesiology (Clinical Associate Professor Rank)

Department KINESIOLOGY AND HEALTH

Position Number F1089A

Job Description

The Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences (https://www.odu.edu/virginia-health-sciences) at Old Dominion University ( ODU ) is seeking a highly motivated leader, educator, and scholar to be the inaugural Graduate Program Director of the newly created, Doctor of Applied Science in Kinesiology ( DASK ) program. The DASK is an online program designed to develop professionals to become leaders, scholars, and educators in the field of human movement. This program is in the Ellmer College of Health Sciences (https://www.odu.edu/health-sciences) which also includes the schools of Dental Hygiene, Exercise Science, Medical Diagnostic and Translational Sciences, Rehabilitation Sciences, and Speech-Language Pathology.

The candidate will be based in the school most appropriate for their background and will work closely with ODU Global and the program faculty to develop and grow this program. The Ellmer College of Health Sciences has well equipped research facilities (https://www.odu.edu/health-sciences/research) as well as centers and clinics (https://www.odu.edu/health-sciences/centers-clinics) that serve the community. There are many opportunities for collaboration within the college and university, and with hospitals and military bases locally in the Hampton Roads region.

In addition to directing the DASK , the individual will teach and supervise students in the program and produce scholarships in a content area that matches their scholarly interests. Some service to the university and profession is also expected. This is a full time, twelve-month position at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor (non-tenure track). We are committed to maintaining a diverse and stable faculty. The appointment is effective July 25, 2025.

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment General Public

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or similar content area

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

+ Demonstrated successful outcomes in teaching kinesiology related courses.

+ Demonstrated successful outcomes in developing and teaching online courses.

+ Evidence of scholarship at the clinical associate professor level encompassing Boyer’s model domains.

+ Experience in leading educational programs or initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Demonstrated successful outcomes in teaching graduate students.

+ Record of successful mentorship of graduate student thesis or capstone projects

+ Active participation in professional organizations within the field of kinesiology

Conditions of Employment

Location Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date 01/15/2025

Application Review Date 02/15/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should visit https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/22140 to apply and attach the following with their online application:

+ A letter of application addressing interest in and qualifications for the current position.

+ A curriculum vitae.

+ A statement of scholarly interests and goals.

+ A statement of teaching philosophy and approaches.

+ Unofficial graduate transcripts.

+ Contact information for 3 references from academic and professional sources.

Interested applicants may also contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Daniel Russell ([email protected]) directly for further information.

Application review will begin February 15, 2025,and continue until the position is filled.

Telework Friendly Yes

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

About the College

https://www.odu.edu/hs

About the Department

Posting Specific Questions

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+ * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

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+ DiverseJobs.com

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+ Jobs.Virginia.gov

+ Old Dominion University website

+ Virginia Pilot (website or print)

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Statement of Research Interests

+ Teaching Philosophy

+ Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

+ Contact Information for Professional References

Optional Documents