Adjunct Instructor: Introduction to Health and Wellness (EXSC 110), Exercise Science Program

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Adjunct Instructor: Introduction to Health and Wellness (EXSC 110), Exercise Science Program

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Xavier University, located in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking candidates to join our pool of potential adjunct faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year.  This posting is intended to collect applications for part-time, non-tenure track position for an Adjunct Instructor for Introduction to Health and Wellness.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications to teach Introduction to Health and Wellness (EXSC 110) at Xavier University include a master’s or terminal degree or have taken 18 credit hours of graduate work, in the following fields: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Nutrition, Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or Motor Behavior; or have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the exercise science field and a relevant certification in the field of exercise science, and/or previous teaching experience at an accredited college or university.

Preferred qualifications include work or teaching experience related to the foundational concepts of health and wellness that contribute to a healthy and fulfilling life. The Introduction to Health and Wellness course incorporates ethical, moral, and spiritual reflections of socially relevant health issues.

This position will include teaching one, three-credit hour class in the exercise science major on Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00AM – 12:45PM (Start date 8/17, End date 12/11). Contracts for adjunct faculty members are issued on a semester basis.

Duties include:

• Deliver in-person learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Adequately prepare all course materials and lessons including an appropriate course syllabus clearly describing course expectations.
• Provide appropriate course assessments designed to adequately assess student’s learning in connection with Xavier’s Core Curriculum.
• Use Xavier’s campus-wide academic program, Canvas, to provide course information and an electronic record of student’s progress on a regular basis.

To ensure consideration, interested and qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website.  If you have any questions about this position, please contact, Dr. Jeremy Steeves at [email protected].

Xavier University is an equal opportunity employer.

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Benefits - applies only to full-time positions: 

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class: 

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.

• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.

• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.

• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.