Assistant Professor-Kinesiology & Physical Education (Community Sport, Exer at Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

125000.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sociocultural Aspects Of Sport, Sociology Of Sport, Sport Psychology, Exercise Psychology, Fundamental Movement Skills, Teaching, Coaching, Physical Activity, Physical Education, Sport Pedagogy, Experiential Learning, Knowledge Mobilization, Physical Activity Promotion, Behaviour Modification, Service

Industry

Higher Education

Description

WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY & PHYSICAL EDUCATION The Kinesiology & Physical Education Department at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a 2-year Limited Term Appointment (LTA) faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity within the Community beginning September 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval. The primary campus location for this position is Waterloo; however, teaching responsibilities may include instruction at the Brantford, Milton campuses via in-person or virtual delivery. Anticipated Salary Range: $90,000 to $125,000. Actual salary to be commensurate with experience. List the duties and responsibilities of the position: Ability to teach Sociocultural Aspects of Sport, Sociology of Sport, Sport/Exercise Psychology, or within the area of Fundamental Movement Skills, Teaching/Coaching of Physical Activity and/or Physical Education/Sport Pedagogy Support the department’s efforts in experiential learning and knowledge mobilization Research specialization and expertise within Sport/Exercise Psychology, Physical Activity Promotion, Sociocultural Aspects of Sport, Behaviour Modification Collaborate and engage with other faculty members within the department and Faculty of Science Contribute to the department and institutional culture through service Qualification for the positions include a PhD in Kinesiology or related field. Application package: The materials required to evaluate the candidates against the duties and responsibilities of the position (listed above) must be stated to allow the systematic evaluation of candidates. Typically, this would include in the application would be CV, a teaching dossier (or equivalent record of teaching philosophy and practice), samples of published work, and names of referees. For example: Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier and copies of recent publications, a 1–2-page statement of current and prospective research interests, and contact information (address, telephone, and email) for at least three referees to: Dr. Pamela J Bryden, Chair, Kinesiology and Physical Education email: pbryden@wlu Electronic submission of applications is preferred. Applications are to be addressed to: Dr. Pamela J Bryden, Chair, Kinesiology and Physical Education Email: pbryden@wlu.ca Applications will be accepted until Sunday April 10th, 2026 | 11:50pm. Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading Canadian university renowned for its learning environment and student-focused educational experience. As a comprehensive university with more than 19,000 students, Laurier has grown rapidly in research intensity while at the same time preserving its well-earned reputation for undergraduate and graduate teaching and learning excellence. With a multi-campus and multi-community culture, Laurier offers students an exceptional range and depth of more than 100 academic programs taught by award-winning lecturers across nine faculties. For more information about working at Laurier as well as the Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education applicants are encouraged to visit the institutions web pages: Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education – https://students.wlu.ca/programs/science/kinesiology-and-physical-education/index.html Waterloo Campus - https://wlu.ca/about/working-at-laurier/assets/resources/living-in-waterloo.html 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 candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any sexual identities and gender identities. 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 seeking groups who would like to learn more about equity hand 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 (rmacneil@wlu.ca). Further information on the equity policy can be found at https://www.wlu.ca/about/governance/assets/resources/8.4-employment-equity.html . 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 (HR@wlu.ca). 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 Search Committee and a short list of candidates shall be interviewed. Only those applicants selected for the short list will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The role involves teaching courses such as Sociocultural Aspects of Sport, Sociology of Sport, Sport/Exercise Psychology, or Fundamental Movement Skills, and supporting the department's efforts in experiential learning and knowledge mobilization. Responsibilities also include conducting research in specified areas and contributing to departmental and institutional culture through service.