The Department of Exercise, Health and Sport Sciences at the University of Southern Maine is seeking part-time instructor applicants for the upcoming academic year. Our Fall 2025 semester begins September 1, 2025. This is an in-person teaching position on our Gorham Campus. The successful candidate will be able to teach undergraduate courses within the Department’s Exercise Science and Health Sciences degree programs. Courses to be taught may include but are not limited to: Introduction to Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences (SPM 100), Medical Terminology (SPM 140), Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness (SPM 219), Foundations of Exercise Science (SPM 260), Physiology of Exercise Labs (SPM 331), Kinesiology Labs (SPM 382), and/or Biomechanics Lab (SPM 391). All part time faculty are responsible for providing our students with a high-quality learning environment, while utilizing their focused expertise and experience in their individual classroom, laboratories and studios. The Department of Exercise, Health and Sport Sciences (EHSS) (https://usm.maine.edu/department-exercise-health-sport-sciences/) offers degrees in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Therapeutic Recreation, and Health Sciences. These innovative programs offer students the opportunity to gain clinical experience while using the most advanced athletic training and exercise science equipment available. EHSS offers accredited, professional programs that provide a quality learning environment through content-rich curricula, student-faculty interactions, and active learning experiences to emphasize the application of knowledge. Part-time faculty members are paid on a credit hour basis based on prior teaching experience. Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-PATFA.pdf) provided by the University of Maine System. In addition, The Center for Academic Innovation (https://usmdl.org/) provides learning design consulting and faculty development opportunities to help faculty to create engaging programs, courses and lesson plans grounded in evidence-based best practices for every modality. The University of Southern Maine (https://usm.maine.edu/) is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University (https://usm.maine.edu/about-our-university/) . The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. USM encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and those with differing abilities, experiences, and cultural perspectives. We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. Required Qualifications: + A completed degree in Exercise Science or closely related field. + Prior experience teaching in the Health Science and/or Exercise Science field. Preferred Qualifications: + A completed Master’s Degree or Master Degree in progress in a related field. + ACSM or NSCA certification preferred but not required. To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our USM Careers Page (http://usm.careers.maine.edu) and submit the following: + Cover letter describing qualifications for the position. + Curriculum vitae or resume + Contact information for three professional references. We will begin reviewing applications immediately. All application materials must be received by June 1, 2025. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate(s). 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