Description
Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs that reflect its distinctive Humanics Philosophy – the education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to humanity. In the School of Physical Education, Performance, and Sports Leadership, we steward this mission by engaging students in building knowledge and skills to navigate their future by challenging and supporting growth, fostering meaningful relationships, and cultivating leaders. We encourage applications from faculty candidates interested in helping us achieve this mission.
Springfield College seeks applications for an Assistant Professor for Exercise Science within the Department of Sports Science. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position within the School of Physical Education, Performance and Sport Leadership beginning August 2026. Expertise in the field, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and a strong commitment to scholarly endeavors and service activities are expected.
We are seeking a faculty member with expertise in Sport Science and Exercise Physiology to teach courses that span both our undergraduate and graduate programs. Course topics may include technology use in strength and conditioning, data analytics, genetics, environmental physiology, sports nutrition, and strength and conditioning. Actual course assignments will vary based on expertise. Additional responsibilities may include undergraduate and graduate internship supervision and/or academic advising, and research supervision for graduate students.
Springfield sits on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River near its confluence with three rivers: the western Westfield River, the eastern Chicopee River, and the eastern Mill River. The estimated population is approximate 153,606, making it the third-largest city in Massachusetts, the fourth-most populous city in New England after Boston, Worcester, and Providence, and the 12th-most populous in the Northeastern United States. Metropolitan Springfield, as one of two metropolitan areas in Massachusetts, had a population of 692,942. To apply, please visit the College’s Career Page at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/springfieldcollege
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Earned Doctorate degree from a regionally accredited institution in Exercise Physiology/Sports Science or closely related discipline. Applicants who are ABD for the terminal degree may be considered depending on the expected completion date.
- Ability to deliver a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate coursework in exercise physiology and sport science.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A record of involvement in the American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association, or other similar professional organizations.
- Experience in sport science and exercise physiology research.
- Experience supervising student research.
- NSCA Certified Performance and Sport Scientist.
- Experience securing external funding or sponsorship.
