Assistant Professor - Kinesiology

Position Overview

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is inviting applications for an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology to teach in the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree. ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ and requires applicants to be professing Christians, active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

Responsibilities

General duties include teaching a variety of Kinesiology courses, mentoring undergraduate students, and nurturing experiential learning and interprofessional education. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to quality education of undergraduate Kinesiology students through excellent teaching within the classroom and in the laboratory while fostering a Christ‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required.
• 9‑month full‑time tenure‑track position beginning August 9, 2026.
• Applicant must be a professing Christian, active, faithful member of a congregation of the Churches of Christ, and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

Background Checks

ACU conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security‑sensitive positions. For current employees, it will be determined if an additional background check is required upon hire.