Please see the online links listed for each position and/or go to NCHPAD "Jobs" at http://www.ncpad.org/employment/ for further descriptions and requirements regarding each job listing below.
3 Faculty Positions, University of Texas at San Antonio, Department of Health and Kinesiology
The Department invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor in Health Promotion, an Associate Professor in Community Nutrition/Nutrition Education with a joint appointment in the School of Allied Health Sciences, and an Assistant/Associate Professor in Kinesiology in areas of Motor Development and/or Pedagogy.
Inquiries: 210-458-5642
Director of Health Promotion, Lakeshore Foundation, Birmingham, AL
This position will be responsible for ongoing development and successful implementation of a comprehensive health and education program promoting the benefits physical activity and favorably lifestyle changes amongst children and adults with physical disabilities and chronic health conditions.
Website: http://www.lakeshore.org/index.php?src=jobs
Applications: Debbie Smith, Human Resources, 4000 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209, DebbieS@lakeshore.org
Inquiries: Same
Arizona State University (ASU), Department of Exercise and Wellness (2 Positions), Mesa, Arizona
1.) Professor and Chair
Application Deadline: January 15, 2008
The Department seeks an experienced leader to chair a growing academic department with a vision to become nationally recognized in research promoting healthy lifestyles.
2.) Assistant Professor in Health Promotion and Technology
Application Deadline: January 5, 2008
The Department seeks a candidate to perform independent and collaborative research and to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in health promotion and technology related to physical activity and wellness.
Inquiries: Dr. David Schwalm, 480-727-1644, DAVID.SCHWALM@asu.edu
Director, Camp Hope Illinois, Lake Forest, Illinois
This is a year-round (primarily summer), part-time position at a 5-day recreational and residential summer camp in the Chicago area for children, teenagers, and young adults with developmental disabilities.
Website: http://www.camphopeillinois.org
Inquiries: Lillie Romeiser, Camphopeillinois@aol.com
Prevention Specialist - Built Environment (Physical Activity and Nutrition Team), Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, Washington
The Prevention Business Unit is seeking to fill one regular, full-time position to develop and implement programs, projects, and processes designed to increase physical activity among selected Pierce County populations.
Inquiries: John Britt, jbritt@tpchd.org, 253-798-2881
Postdoctoral Fellows, Department of Nutrition, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Position 1: Epidemiologic studies of obesity and physical activity
Position 2: Studies of obesity prevention in children
Applicants should be interested in both data collection and analysis, and have some experience in the design and implementation of trials. Experiences will include data analysis, manuscript preparation, and involvement in writing grant proposals. Participation in classroom courses is also available. United States citizenship is not required; however, candidates must speak and write English fluently.
Applications: June Stevens, Professor and Chair, 919-966-7218, June_Stevens@unc.edu
Inquiries: Same
Assistant/Associate Professor in Obesity Prevention and Control, Department of Health and Human Performance, University of Houston, Texas
The Department is seeking a health specialist with an earned doctorate in physiology, epidemiology, nutrition, or psychology with an established record of investigating facets of obesity and associated health problems.
Website: http://www.uh.edu/provost/fac_openings/hhp10.html
Inquiries: Dr. Mark Clarke, mclarke@mail.uh.edu
Assistant Professor, Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Management, Penn State University, University Park, Pennsylvania
The Department invites applications for a tenure-track position expected to continue or develop a funded, focused line of research; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; supervise student research; and provide service to the Department, College, and University.
Send letter of application, resume, supporting materials, and contact information for three professional references.
Applications: Dr. Harry C. Zinn; Dept of Recreation, Park & Tourism Management, 801 Ford Building, University Park, PA 16802-1307
Inquiries: Dr. Harry Zinn, hzinn@psu.edu, 814-863-7849
Applied Research Scientist, Health Behavior Change, the Oregon Center for Applied Science (ORCAS), Eugene, Oregon
ORCAS has an opportunity for applicants with a background in public health, health education, health psychology, prevention science, research methodology/statistics, or a related discipline. Applicant must be interested in creating effective intervention programs to address significant public health issues.
Applications: apply@hpcareer.net
Inquiries: HR@orcasinc.com
Exercise Science Assistant Professor (2 positions), University of Nebraska at Kearney
The University invites applications to fill two tenure-track faculty positions to build a program with research and public health promotion emphasis in nutrition, physical activity, and obesity prevention.
Website: https://employment.unk.edu/
Applications: https://employment.unk.edu/ (apply online), employment@unk.edu
Inquiries: Kate Heelan, Director, 308-865-8180, heelanka@unk.edu; or 308-865-8655
Assistant/Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology, Department of Exercise, Sport, and Leisure Studies, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The Department is seeking an applied researcher in health behavior change with an earned doctorate in exercise physiology or related discipline and research specialization in the application of exercise physiology to combat current problems such as obesity, chronic disease, or youth inactivity.
Website: http://cehhs.utk.edu/news/positions.html
Applications: David Bassett, Dept of Exercise, Sport, and Leisure Studies, 1914 Andy Holt Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-2710; Phone: 865-974-9045, Fax: 865-974-8981
Inquiries: Same
Program Coordinator, TRAILS, Kenai Peninsula Independent Living Center, Homer, Alaska
TRAILS is an inclusive recreation program that serves three major communities on the Kenai Peninsula. This position is responsible for developing and implementing year-round activities and adventure. The applicant must have experience working with individuals of various ages and disabilities in the arena of recreation and must be a skilled fund raiser.
Send resume and cover letter.
Applications: ilc@xyz.net
Inquiries: Same
Program Coordinator II (Exercise Interventionist), Arnold School of Public Health, Prevention Research Center, University of South Carolina, January 2, 2008
This position will be part of a team carrying out research objectives for a community-based intervention focused on diet and exercise among predominately African-American, economically disadvantaged women.
Website: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/
Inquiries: Human Resources Employment Office, (803) 777-3821
Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Nutrition, Food Studies and Public Health, New York University (NYU), New York City
NYU invites candidates with an advanced degree in Public Health for this tenure-track appointment.
Candidates should send a cover letter discussing qualifications, curriculum vitae, and five references.
Applications: Professor Sally Guttmacher, 35 West 4th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10012-1172, Phone: 212-998-5580, Fax: 212-995-4194, nutrition@nyu.edu (subject: faculty search)
Inquiries: Same
Physical Activity Behavior and Health Faculty Position, Department of Kinesiology, University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia
The Department seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-track position at the assistant or associate professor rank in the area of physical activity behavior and health. Applicant is to have preferred research and teaching expertise related to public health/preventive medicine, with a particular emphasis on children and youths.
Send letter of application, curriculum vita, reprints of three recent scholarly research articles, and three references.
Website: http://www.coe.uga.edu/employment/kinesiology/
Applications: Rod Dishman, rdishman@uga.edu
Inquiries: Rod Dishman, 706-542-9840
Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
The Department is seeking a behavioral scientist specializing in prevention or public health with an expertise in physical activity intervention, which may also include exercise and sport settings.
Send application, curriculum vita, reprints of up to three recent publications and three references.
Website: http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin
Applications: Daniel R. Gould, Ph.D., Dept of Kinesiology, 210 IM Sports Circle Building, East Lansing, MI, 48824-1049, drgould@msu.edu.
Inquiries: jce@msu.edu, kap@msu.edu, carls122@msu.edu, or fiferang@msu.edu.
Tenure-track Faculty Positions (2), Department of Kinesiology, Boise State University, Boise, Idaho
Two positions are available for individuals with primary expertise in biomechanics and measurement/statistics and secondary qualifications in health education/promotion, exercise science, or athletic training.
Website: http://hrs.boisestate.edu/joblistings/faculty
Inquiries: Linda Petlichkoff, 208-426-1231, lindapetlichkoff@boisestate.edu
Ron Pfeiffer, 208-426-3709, rpfeiffer@boisestate.edu.