Assistant Instructor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois

Salary

$7,800.00 Monthly

Location

Carbondale, Illinois

Job Type

Faculty

Job Number

2600558

Department

School of Human Sciences-SIUC

Opening Date

11/10/2026

FLSA:

Exempt

Security/Safety Sensitive:

NA

FTE

1.0

Description

The Exercise Science program in the School of Human Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences at SIU-Carbondale seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Exercise Science. We seek candidates with expertise in exercise physiology or related areas of exercise science, including exercise assessment/prescription, strength and conditioning, research methods, and foundational exercise science. This is a 9-month, continuing, tenure-track faculty appointment. Contingent on demand for teaching assignments, an additional summer session appointment is possible. Review of applications will begin December 10, 2026. Applications will be accepted after this date until the position is filled.

This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit: https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Examples of Duties

• Teach exercise science courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Areas might include exercise physiology, exercise assessment/prescription, strength/conditioning, research methods, and basic exercise science. The teaching assignment will be based on the area of expertise of the chosen candidate.
• Initiate and implement a focused research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Advise graduate students and serve on thesis/research project committees.
• Secure external funding for research and training projects.
• Participate in professional associations/activities and university service appropriate to academic rank.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Exercise Science (or related field). Applicants who have completed all but the dissertation and who expect to complete all requirements for the doctorate prior to August 10, 2027, will be considered. If all degree requirements are not completed by that date, a term, non-tenure track appointment may be offered in accordance with University policy (https://policies.siu.edu/personnel-policies/chapter2/ch2-faps/faculty-contingent.php).

Preferred Qualifications:

- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in one or more areas of Exercise Science, including exercise physiology, exercise assessment/prescription, strength and conditioning, research methods, or foundational exercise science.
- Professional preparation, experience, and research interests in exercise physiology.
- Experience in serving on graduate thesis/research project committees.
- Evidence of, or potential for, securing external research funding.

Required Documents: Submit a letter of application, CV, and three references.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.

Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.

Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, and Employee Assistance Program.

SIUC also provides extensive tuition benefits for its employees and their families such as: tuition waiver/application fee waiver for the employee and their dependents, a Legacy tuition rate for children of SIU Alumni, and Civil Service Employee Counsel (CSEC) Education Assistance Program (EAP).