Assistant/Associate Professor- Clinical Intervention
Faculty
LSUAM HSE - School of Kinesiology (Arend W. A. Van Gemmert (00010803))
H.P. Long Field House
Academic
The School of Kinesiology announces the availability of a tenure-track position with a special interest in clinical and/or interventional trials in neurodegenerative disease with consideration at assistant or associate professor ranks. The ideal candidate will possess a commitment to teaching excellence, scholarly productivity, and service, matching the College of Human Science and Education’s priority for understanding Health, Human Performance, and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan and the Louisiana State University’s mission. The appointment will be effective August 15, 2027.
Qualifications: Earned doctorate in Kinesiology or a related field prior to start date with a unique research focus in clinical and/or interventional trials with movement-based components (e.g., exercise) in neurodegenerative disease that augments current faculty research. Candidates must provide evidence of scholarly activity that demonstrates a strong potential for publications in top-tier peer-reviewed journals and external funding for scholarly activities, competence in teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in their area of expertise within programs offered within the School of Kinesiology, as well as involvement in service to the University and profession.
Preferred qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with current external funding, advanced statistical training, and post-doctoral experience. The ability to teach multiple courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels is also desirable.
Responsibilities: (1) Develop or continue a fundable research program; (2) teach undergraduate courses in the Motor Behavior area; (3) teach graduate courses in Kinesiology; (4) advise graduate students and direct dissertations; (5) seek and sustain external funding support for scholarly activities; (6) serve on School, College, University, and Profession-based committees as appropriate.
Rank: Assistant or Associate professor.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications should include a letter of application that details how the applicant’s research experience and interests meet the requirements and responsibilities of the position; a current curriculum vitae; and contact information for at least three references. Questions about the vacant position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Jan Hondzinski at jhondz1@lsu.edu
November 9, 2026
March 8, 2027
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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