Executive Kinesiologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $50,000.00 Annually
Location : 4205 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: MSU060526F99577
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Position/Application Information
McNeese State University invites qualified applicants for the position of Instructor of Kinesiology in the Department of Kinesiology in the Burton College of Education. This is a full-time, 9-month, unclassified non-tenure-track position. The appointment is available in August (Fall) 2026.
POSITION NUMBER: F99577
SALARY: $50,000
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.
First round of candidate review is expected for June 15 and may continue until position is filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: To apply for this vacancy, and to ensure full consideration, applicants must submit the required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application
• Resume/Vitae
• Three Professional References (include: name, phone number, and email address)
• Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned

Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.
ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
QUESTIONS RELATED TO THE JOB SEARCH CAN BE DIRECTED TO:
Alex Rozas at or Christin Manuel at
QUESTIONS RELATED TO THE JOB POSITION CAN BE DIRECTED TO:
Dr. Courtney Hebert at
Office of Human Resources: Kim Dronett, HR Analyst/Recruitment / or (337) 475-5413
Position Duties/Responsibilities
The Kinesiology Instructor is responsible for functions related to teaching 15 hours of undergrad and/or graduate (if applicable) courses involving the skills of a physical medicine professional and general knowledge involved with kinesiology related fields. The Kinesiology Instructor will work closely with other faculty members of the Kinesiology department, undergraduate and graduate students within the Kinesiology department, as well as community partnerships.The Kinesiology Instructor will be responsible for advising kinesiology undergrad, and possibly graduate students if applicable, across 2-4 concentrations within the Kinesiology department, as well as serve on departmental and university committees. The Kinesiology Instructor will be responsible for participating in recruiting events within an academic year. Annual professional development is expected regardless of certification and/or licensure status.
Required/Preferred Qualifications
Required:

• Master's or greater in a Kinesiology field of Physical Medicine (Athletic Training, Chiropractic Medicine, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or similar) or master's or greater in Kinesiology or related field with a valid license or certification in a physical medicine setting.

Preferred:

• Additional certifications related to Kinesiology
• Teaching experience in higher education
• Experience as a mentor or supervisor in the physical medicine setting
• Experience with recruitment

General University information
McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at (337) 475-5428 or kyoungblood@mcneese.edu.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.
Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.
Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.
McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include:
Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.
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