Job Description

Wilfrid Laurier University

Kinesiology & Physical Education

Tenure Track Position in Clinical Exercise Physiology

The Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) invites applications for a tenure track position in Clinical Exercise Physiology at the Assistant Professor level beginning July 1st, 2024, subject to budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will have earned a PhD in clinical exercise physiology or related field, and certification as a Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Clinical Exercise Physiologist\xe2\x84\xa2 (CEP), is preferred. Applicants should have evidence of commitment to and superior ability in teaching, an active program of research with strong potential for external funding, and undergraduate/graduate student mentorship. Ideally, the successful candidate\'s research program will focus on metabolic aspects of exercise (or physical activity) related to cardiometabolic health and be able to collaborate within the Department. The candidate is expected to be actively involved with the , building research capacity as well as hands-on, experiential learning opportunities for students.

The successful candidate will support our undergraduate program and teach courses in human physiology, exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, and/or exercise prescription. The candidate will also contribute to students\' ability to obtain core competencies and practical experience in exercise physiology required for accreditation by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) as Certified Personal Trainer\xc2\xae (CPT) or Clinical Exercise Physiologist\xe2\x84\xa2 (CEP). The ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition and research methods would be considered an asset. Teaching responsibilities may be multicampus with course delivery at Waterloo, Brantford, and Milton campuses.

We are seeking a candidate with the capability to engage and inspire students in their academic work and who will show initiative in contributing to the department\'s programs and curriculum development. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an active program of scholarship/research, contribute to the mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in service within the department, faculty, and university.

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of current and prospective research interest, a teaching dossier, and contact information (address, telephone, and email) for at least three referees to:

Dr. Pam Bryden,

Chair, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education,

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario

N2L 3C5

(email: ).

Electronic submission of applications is preferred. Applications will be accepted until March 10, 2024 at 11:59pm.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University\'s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier\'s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada\'s reporting requirements, the University is obligated to gather information about applicants\' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenships; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements in their cover letter:

Yes, I am a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada;

No, I am not a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Members of designated groups must self-identify to be considered for employment equity. Candidates may self-identify, in confidence, to Ruth MacNeil, Senior Administrative Officer, Faculty of Science ( ). Further information on the equity policy can be found at

Applicants are encouraged to address any career interruptions or special circumstances that may have affected their record of research and teaching, in accordance with SSHRC and NSERC definitions and guidelines. To obtain a copy of this job description in an accessible format, please contact Human Resources ( ).

The Faculty of Science wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. All nominations and applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the Department Appointments and Promotion Committee and a short list of candidates shall be interviewed. Only those applicants selected for the short list will be contacted.

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