Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Undergraduate and Graduate Biomechanics and Neuromuscular Behavior

Position Overview: Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul work as members of an academic team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high-quality instruction to students. Faculty are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university's mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community.

Course Description:

KHS 473 Biomechanics (4 credits)- This course examines the physics of human movement. Content areas include the structural mechanics of bone construction, muscle contraction, ligament, and tendon plasticity and elasticity. Sport implement mechanics and the mechanics of environmental conditions (e.g. friction, air, and water resistance) are also explored. Sport performance issues will also be analyzed for mechanical efficiency.

KHS 580 Mechanisms of Skilled Neuromuscular Behavior (3 credits)- This course examines the integration of thought processes with the human body to produce skilled motor performance. Theoretical perspectives and mechanisms of motor behavior are examined and applied to significant systems involving gross motor learning and control in sport and exercise.

KHS 585 Advanced Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics in Exercise Science (3 credits)- In this course, the student will delve into the complex relationships between the structure and function of the human body and how it moves. The course will cover a wide range of topics, including the anatomy of the musculoskeletal system, the mechanics of movement, and the principles of biomechanics. The student will also learn about the various forces that act on the body and how they affect movement and function.

Class Dates/Times: TBD on course; Spring semester dates are 1/11/2027- 5/5/2027

Pre-Written Course: Yes

Modality: Online, Asynchronous

# of Credits: 3-4 credits, dependent on course

Total Compensation: $800 per credit (Undergraduate); $1,000 per credit (Graduate)

Program/College: Undergraduate and Graduate Kinesiology/College of Health Sciences and Kinesiology

Course Instruction Responsibilities:

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Increase student course engagement by providing a positive and regular presence within the course (at least four days per week for online courses) by engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.
• Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments' due dates.
• Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).
• Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Follow the university and academic unit's policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education Required: Options: (1) Master''s degree in a Kinesiology related field if the colleague meets Required (Tested) Experience requirement. (2) Master''s degree in an unrelated field can be acceptable if the colleague meets Required (Tested) Experience requirement.

Education Preferred: Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a Kinesiology related field is preferred.

Experience Required: (1) For colleagues possessing a doctorate in a Kinesiology related discipline, tested experience is not required. (2) For colleagues possessing a master''s degree in a Kinesiology related discipline, tested experience is required. (3) For colleagues possessing an unrelated advanced degree (e.g., master''s in education), tested experience is required. Tested experience requires 10,000 hours in the human resources industry.

Experience Preferred: Minimum of 5 years of experience in the industry. Online teaching experience preferred.

Additional Certifications/Licensures:

Supplemental Information: N/A

It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.

The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God''s creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.

The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.

Promise to Students - Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.

Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation. Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound. Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.

CSP prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.csp.edu/student-life/title-ix/

Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu, with any questions