Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice in Strength & Conditioning Job at A

Missouri Western State University’s (St. Joseph, Missouri) College of Science and Health, in partnership with the Department of Health Professions, invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Strength and Conditioning. This position may be filled as either a non-tenure track Professor of Practice or a tenure-track Assistant Professor, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing Missouri Western’s mission as the state’s applied learning university as well as advancing the strategic growth of the program through innovative instruction, student mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong ties with industry and community partners. You’ll help design and deliver hands‑on, project‑based learning experiences that prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving landscape. This is a career‑defining opportunity to shape a forward‑looking curriculum, mentor students in applied learning, and connect academia with industry practice.

About the Department

The Department of Health Sport & Exercise Management at MoWest currently offers the following programs:

• BS in Exercise Science
• BS in Recreation Sports Management
• MS in Sports and Fitness Management

Areas of Interest

The area of specialization is open, but we are particularly interested in candidates with expertise or emerging scholarship in areas such as:

• Methods and Techniques of Resistance Training
• Principles of Strength and Conditioning
• Principles of Aerobic Training
• Testing and Program Design in Strength and Conditioning
• Principles and Administration of Strength and Conditioning
• Supervision of field‑based clinical experiences

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field.
• To be considered for the tenure‑track Assistant Professor, candidate must have a completed doctoral degree; ABD will be considered.
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Credential required.
• Industry experience in a strength and conditioning‑related role.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability and/or strong interest in applying industry knowledge to teaching.
• Prior experience in program development in aligning CASCE accreditation standards to training the workforce.
• Record of professional engagement.
• Familiarity with instructional technologies (online & hybrid formats)

What We’re Looking For

• Thrives on mentoring students and helping them bridge classroom concepts with professional practice.
• Brings industry experience or strong industry connections that enhance student learning and program relevance.
• Enjoys developing innovative curriculum and interdisciplinary projects aligned with real‑world technological needs.
• Embraces applied learning, community engagement, and MoWest’s commitment to “education that works.”

To learn more and be considered for this position apply at: https://mwsu.peopleadmin.com/