Assistant Professor of Sport and Exercise Studies

Assistant Professor of Sport and Exercise Studies

The Department of Sport and Exercise Studies at Randolph College invites applicants with a Ph.D. or ABD with a completion date prior to July 2026 in exercise science, kinesiology or related fields for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor.  Date of employment is July 2026; report date is early-August.  The successful candidate will have a strong interest in teaching a range of undergraduate courses including exercise physiology, wellness, nutrition, strength and conditioning, kinesiology, and other sport and exercise related courses.  We are interested in candidates who will contribute to inclusivity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service, and demonstrate evidence and commitment to student-centered and inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities include, engaging in scholarly activities, serving on college committees, participating in college service, and assisting in the academic advising and continued development of the sport and exercise studies program. Tenure track faculty teach six courses per academic year, three per semester.  The College’s innovative TAKE2 curriculum includes 4 seven-week sessions in an academic year allowing students to sharpen their focus with immersive learning, gain life balance with a more flexible schedule, and most importantly, thrive within a supportive student-centered environment. Opportunities for new course development are available.

Randolph College, founded as Randolph-Macon Woman’s College, is in Lynchburg VA at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Randolph College has a longstanding reputation for excellence in teaching and an appreciation for and commitment to diversity.  Randolph was recognized as one of the nation’s “best and most interesting” institutions in the 2023 edition of the Fiske Guide to Colleges and was ranked 23rd in the nation for “most accessible professors” by the Princeton Review.

Submit a letter of application, including a teaching philosophy statement, research interests, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three references including contact information to sportexercsearch@randolphcollege.edu.  A request for letters of recommendation will be made to the finalists of the virtual phase of the interviews. At least one reference should address teaching effectiveness. Applications received by October 17, 2025, will receive priority.  Randolph is an EOE M/F/D/V employer and encourages applicants who enrich the diversity of the campus community.

FLSA Classification

Full time Tenure-Track Faculty Sport and Exercise Studies

Reports to

Provost Tim Smith

Date  Begin July 2026

Job Description 

Summary/objective

The Department of Sport and Exercise Studies at Randolph College invites applicants with a Ph.D. or ABD with a completion date prior to July 2026 in exercise science, kinesiology or related fields for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor.  Date of employment is July 2026; report date is early-August.  The successful candidate will have a strong interest in teaching a range of undergraduate courses including exercise physiology, wellness, nutrition, strength and conditioning, kinesiology, and other sport and exercise related courses.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Must effectively carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of this position in a manner that consistently demonstrates Randolph College’s mission and core values in a positive manner. The faculty member is expected to teach, and engage in scholarly activities, college committees and service to the community.  The faculty member will also advise sport and exercise studies students.

Competencies

Effectiveness in the following areas:

• Teaching
• Advising
• Scholarly activity
• Effective communication skills
• Collaboration with the department faculty and committee members

Supervisory responsibilities

N/A

Work environment

Faculty typically work in an office, classroom and lab environment.

Physical demands

Requires standing/walking/sitting for extended periods. May occasionally lift 25-30 lbs in lab-based environments.

Travel required

None

Required education and experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required education and experience

Ph.D. or ABD with a completion date prior to July 2026 in the areas of exercise science, kinesiology, or related fields.

Preferred education and experience

Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Pre-employment criminal background checks.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Randolph College is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political beliefs, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, compensation, and training.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.