Assistant/Associate Professor - Motor Behavior

The School of Kinesiology at LSU seeks a full-time Assistant or Associate tenure track position in the area of Motor Behavior. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in motor development in typically and/or special populations. We seek a scholar whose work aligns with the College of Human Science and Education’s priority for understanding Health, Human Performance, and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan and the University’s Strategic Plan. The ideal candiate will continue increasing research capacity of our School. The candidate will have a commitment to scholarly productivity, grant writing, teaching excellence, and service. The appointment will be effective August 2027.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.