Associate Professor of Biomechanics/Functional Anatomy in Education

University of Pittsburgh

School of Education

Associate Professor of Biomechanics/Functional Anatomy in Education

Position: Associate Professor in the tenure-stream

Appointment: Eight-month, full-time (in the tenure stream) appointment; starting Fall 2023

Description: The Department of Health and Human Development (HHD) in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh is searching for an exercise scientist with research expertise in the fields of human movement, biomechanics, and injury prevention as these intersect with education. Our interdisciplinary department brings together a diverse group of researchers, scholars, and practitioners who collectively focus on supporting the behavioral, emotional, physical, and social adjustment of individuals in their daily lives across the life course (i.e., from infancy through elderly life and across generations). We seek a colleague who is conducting cutting-edge research with both healthy and special populations that centers on improving health and human performance and preventing musculoskeletal injury in work, home, and community settings. We are particularly interested in recruiting a colleague with an ongoing program of externally (i.e., federal agency, industry) funded research in these domains of inquiry. In addition to having an active program of research, we are seeking a colleague to teach undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral-level courses and to support and mentor doctoral students in the Ph.D. and/or EdD programs, with an emphasis on exercise physiology. Our undergraduate and master’s programs are accredited by the American College of Sports Medicine, and we expect this person to contribute to these programs.

This position, contributing to teaching, research, and engagement needs, speaks to a School-wide mission/vision “to ignite learning, pursue and produce knowledge, and advance educational excellence.” The successful candidate will have a commitment to equity and justice, and demonstrate partnerships with clinical settings, communities, or other organizations which translate and advance research-practice partnerships in the Hill District and surrounding area. This candidate will be expected to teach and advise students; supervise master’s projects and doctoral dissertations; participate in program/course development; and provide service to the Department, School, and University.

The University of Pittsburgh is a large public research university with approximately 19,000 undergraduate students and 9,000 graduate students. The Department of Health and Human Development blends health promotion, wellness, and exercise physiology with applied developmental science and evidence-based practices to address 21st-century problems in diverse regional, national, and global real-world contexts. Many of our faculty members in the area of health and human development focus on training exercise scientists in clinical exercise physiology and health promotion and providing wellness programming for the University and the surrounding community. We offer multiple degrees including a Bachelor of Science (B.S.), a Masters of Science (M.S.), an Education Doctorate (Ed.D.), and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

Qualifications:

Required:

Salary and Rank

Rank will be commensurate with experience and subject to the University of Pittsburgh promotion and tenure process. Salary will be commensurate with rank.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit the following:

• Letter of application
• CV
• One writing sample
• List of six references (References will only be contacted and asked to submit a letter if the candidate advances to the initial interview round.)

Application Review Process

Full consideration will be given to complete applications submitted by May 8, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

For assistance with submission questions, please contact Megan Brennan at edsearch@pitt.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact Tom Farmer (search chair) at tfarmer@pitt.edu.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.