Faculty Positions

This page is primarily for faculty positions and will be updated as positions become available and are filled.

These openings are only for full time faculty or full time visiting faculty positions. If you are interested in adjunct positions, please contact the appropriate academic department.

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Department of Education non-tenure track visiting faculty positions

Rockhurst University, a liberal arts, Catholic, Jesuit university located in Kansas City, Missouri, offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees.  The Department of Education is seeking candidates for two (2) full- time non-tenure track visiting assistant professor positions beginning in August, 2012.

Candidates should hold a doctorate in education or related field.  ABD candidates will be considered. Responsibilities include: teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, assessing certification portfolios, supervising student teachers and portfolio mentees, and collaborating with other faculty in such capacities as accreditation preparation and continuous improvement of the department.  A commitment to service both to Rockhurst and the external community is also required.

Experience teaching in K-12 schools, post-secondary levels and working with diverse populations and with a variety of learners is preferred. 

The two positions are:

  • Generalist:  combination of science education, educational psychology, foundations of education, and/or research methods
  • Literacy Education specialist

Review of applications will begin May 15, and continue until the positions are filled.     A letter of interest, vitae, and contact information for three references should be submitted electronically to:

Mary Pat Shelledy, Chair

Marypat.shelledy@rockhurst.edu

We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives.  Rockhurst University is an equal opportunity employer.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology Teaching Position

The Department of Biology at Rockhurst University invites applications for a visiting assistant professor position for the fall 2012-spring 2013 academic year. Candidates should be trained in biology and demonstrate both interest and experience in teaching.  Experience teaching Gross Anatomy or Human Anatomy is preferred.  

Candidates with a PhD or equivalent degree (ABD is acceptable), teaching experience, and a verifiable record of research in the biological sciences are preferred.  Review of applications will begin March 22, 2012.  The position will remain open until filled.

Please forward a curriculum vitae including contact information for three references, graduate transcript, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests to: 

Dr. Laura Salem
Associate Professor and Chair, Biology Department
Rockhurst University
1100 Rockhurst Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64110

laura.salem@rockhurst.edu

 Rockhurst University is one of 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States.  Reflecting its Catholic and Jesuit roots, Rockhurst seeks to develop the very best in the minds and hearts of men and women who will be leaders in service.  The University of 3000 Students is located in the cultural and artistic center of the racially and ethnically diverse Kansas City metropolitan area.  For more information about Rockhurst, please visit our website at www.rockhurst.edu.  Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity.

Biology Lab Manager

The Department of Biology at Rockhurst University invites applicants for a non tenure-track biology lab coordinator position beginning July 2012. The department has nine full-time faculty members and emphasizes inquiry based laboratory experiences for our undergraduates.   A Master’s Degree or equivalent experience is preferred.   The primary responsibilities of this position will include:

  • Chemical inventory maintenance
  • Attention to EPA and OSHA standards
  • Biohazard , sharps, and glass disposal
  • Teach three labs per semester
  • Help faculty prepare for labs, especially in General Biology I and II
  • Schedule repairs and maintenance for equipment
  • Help manage work study students
  • Help maintain a safe and effective research space for biology students and faculty
  • Other duties as needed

Applications will be reviewed beginning April 1, 2012 until the position is filled.  Please submit 1) a cover letter summarizing your experience and interest in the position, 2) a current resume/CV including names and contact information for three references and 3) official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate education to:

Laura Salem, Ph.D
Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Biology
Rockhurst University
laura.salem@rockhurst.edu

Instructor - Non-tenure Track - Exercise and Sport Science

Rockhurst University, the Catholic Jesuit University in Kansas City, Missouri, seeks candidates for a full-time, temporary non-tenure track Instructor position in Exercise and Sport Sciences beginning in August, 2012.

Qualifications: Masters or Doctorate in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology or equivalent preferred. ABD or Master’s considered.  Evidence of some university-level teaching experience strongly preferred. 

 Responsibilities: Teach a variety of core exercise science classes including kinesiology, motor development and other upper level, exercise science courses; assist with program growth and development as well as academic quality; additional responsibilities as assigned. Teaching load will be 21-24 hours per year.

 Application Procedure:

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae/resume, and names and contact information for three references. Electronic submissions (Jeffrey.roitman@rockhurst.edu) are preferred. If you are unable to submit electronically, please mail the requested materials to:

Jeffrey L. Roitman, EdD, FACSM
Chairperson, Search Committee
Convocation Center 206
1100 Rockhurst Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64110
816-501-4750

Rockhurst University is an institution focused on learning, leadership and service. We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives.  For more information about Rockhurst, please visit our website at www.rockhurst.edu.  Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

Faculty Position - Department of Physical Therapy Education

Rockhurst University invites applications for 3 full-time faculty positions in the Department of Physical Therapy Education’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program. Additional faculty positions were recently approved to address expanded enrollment. Successful applicants will join a dynamic faculty in a growing program recognized for excellence within the university and the community. The program has excellent technological support in all teaching classrooms, numerous teaching laboratories, and a highly functional research laboratory housing contemporary instrumentation, including EMG, 3-D and 2-D motion analysis, body weight support treadmill system, isokinetic testing, and a wide variety of additional measurement tools. Opportunities for teaching are in professional development, orthopedics, neuromuscular and other foundational and clinical sciences as well as in the candidates’ area of expertise. Additional participation in academic leadership, conducting and mentoring research, and participating in departmental and university committees are included.

 Rockhurst University is a renowned private, Jesuit institution whose mission of learning, leadership and service reflects the core values of physical therapy practice. Award-winning students have been commended for excellence in academics, service, and leadership. Graduates of the program exceed the state and national average pass rates on the licensure examination and are highly sought for employment. Additional details about the Physical Therapy Program are listed on the program’s website: http://www.rockhurst.edu/academic/pt/index.asp

Located in the heartland of the nation, Kansas City provides ample opportunities for community-based service learning and clinical practice for interested faculty. Additional information about Kansas City can be found at: http://www.visitkc.com/.  

 Qualifications for this position include:

  • Possessing or eligible for Missouri licensure
  • A PhD, EdD or DSc is desirable (ABD considered). A professional or post professional DPT will also be considered
  • Teaching experience at the post-baccalaureate level
  • Ongoing scholarship
  • Record of service to the profession or community
  • A strong background of clinical practice
  • Desire to pursue leadership roles

 These are 9-month positions (tenure track possible with appropriate credentials). Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should electronically submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three references to:

Amy Foley, PT, DPT
Chair of Search Committee, Department of Physical Therapy Education
Rockhurst University 1100 Rockhurst Road Kansas City, MO 64110
(816) 501-4698
amy.foley@rockhurst.edu

Rockhurst is an EOE employer and uses E-verify

Rockhurst University, a Catholic, Jesuit University, is located in the cultural and artistic center of the racially and ethnically diverse Kansas City, Missouri metropolitan area. Rockhurst is an institution focused on learning, leadership and service. We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives. Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.