JOB: University of Windsor

Department of Kinesiology, Faculty of Human Kinetics

Tenure-Track Faculty Position – Health and Physical Activity


The University of Windsor invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Kinesiology in the area of Health and Physical Activity, at the rank of Assistant Professor commencing July 1, 2009. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

A medium-sized university with a solid reputation in teaching and research, the University of Windsor offers a friendly and supportive environment for both living and learning. It is Canada’s southernmost university and its international location provides unique cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities for faculty and students.

The successful candidate will be appointed to the Department of Kinesiology which offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees. There are 600 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students. For details about undergraduate and graduate programs in the Faculty of Human Kinetics, visit our website at: http://www.uwindsor.ca/hk.

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D., by the date of appointment, in Kinesiology, Health Sciences or a related field and be able to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels as well as contribute to graduate thesis and
internship advisement. The successful candidate will teach and conduct research programs in health-related areas including, but not limited to, Epidemiology, Health and Physical Activity Policy & Promotion, and Nutrition. Applicants must demonstrate a record of, or show potential for, excellence in research and teaching.

Applications will include:
• a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status;
• a detailed and current curriculum vitae;
• a research statement outlining research interests and potential for scholarly achievement;
• a teaching dossier or evidence of teaching effectiveness that might include sample course outlines or teaching evaluations;
• a statement of teaching philosophy and interests;
• samples of scholarly work;
• graduate transcripts, if a recent PhD; and
• three current letters of reference forwarded by the referees

Additional information may be requested of short listed candidates.

To ensure full consideration, complete applications and names of referees must be submitted by February 25, 2009 to:

Dr. Bob Boucher, Dean
Faculty of Human Kinetics
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, ON, N9B 3P4
Tel: (519) 253-3000, Ext. 2432, Fax: (519) 973-7056
Email: bouche4@uwindsor.ca

Applications may still be received after the deadline date. If you are unable to submit the application by the deadline date, you should contact and alert the Dean that you intend to submit an application after the deadline date. If you are viewing the advertisement after the deadline date, you should contact the Dean to find out the status of the search and discuss the possibility of submitting an application. The acceptance of a late submission is at the discretion of the appointments committee. The University of Windsor is committed to equity in its academic policies, practices, and programs; supports diversity in its teaching, learning, and work environments; and ensures that applications from members of traditionally marginalized groups are seriously considered under its employment equity policy. Those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship include, but are not limited to, women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of sexual minority groups. The University of Windsor invites you to apply to our welcoming community and to self-identify as a member of one of these groups.

International candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To ensure that you are considered within the priorities of the Employment Equity Program, you may self-identify in your letter of application or in a separate letter to the Presidential Commission on Employment Equity, Office of Faculty Recruitment and Retention (OFRR), 325 Chrysler Hall Tower, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, N9B 3P4. The University of Windsor, one of Ontario’s leading academic institutions, provides a learning-centred approach which prepares its graduates for the challenges of tomorrow. Information about the University of Windsor and its programs may be found at http://www.uwindsor.ca/. For more information on living and working at the University of Windsor, visit the Office of Faculty Recruitment Web site at http://www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions/, e-mail recruit@uwindsor.ca, or contact Dr. Janice Drakich, Director, Faculty Recruitment at 1-877- 665-6608 toll free within North America, or call collect outside of North America at 001-519-561-1432.