Classification Title
Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility

Department: Kinesiology

Job Description

The Department of Kinesiology at Hope College invites applicants for two full-time tenure-track faculty positions beginning Fall 2026. The responsibilities of these positions include, but are not limited to:

Open Rank: Teaching and program development in Kinesiology with an emphasis in the following areas: Sport Psychology, motor behavior, and/or health/fitness. (2) advising and professional development of exercise science and pre-health care profession students, and (3) having a scholarly research agenda, with preference given to those who involve undergraduates in collaborative research. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Assistant Professor: Teaching and program development in Kinesiology with an emphasis in the following areas: exercise science, health/fitness, human anatomy, human and exercise physiology, or nutrition, (2) advising and professional development of exercise science and pre-health care profession students, and (3) having a scholarly research agenda that can involve and excite undergraduate students in collaborative research.

Is this a visiting faculty position?
No

Rank
Assistant or Associate

Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to hold a Ph.D. in exercise science or a terminal degree in a related field of academic study. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their Christian faith and commitment to the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. More guidelines for Hope College candidate’s response to the mission statement can be found at hope.edu/jobs.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

“All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.”

Posting Number: 2023-118FR

Job Posting Close Date: 11/09/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Is this position available for sponsorship: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. A statement describing how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.
4. Teaching Statement
5. Research/Scholarly Work Statement
6. Unofficial Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.hope.edu/postings/4790