Open Faculty Rank Strategic Hire in Microbiome Research

42764BR

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Position Description

The Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenured/tenure-track position to begin September 1, 2026. This position is for a tenure-track open rank in metabolic and/or neurological diseases (obesity, cardiometabolic diseases, age-related diseases) with expertise in dietary (dietary patterns, bioactive compounds, precision nutrition) and/or exercise interventions and the impact of these interventions related to nutrigenomics and the microbiome. Websites: TTU's website is http://www.ttu.edu/, and the department's website is http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ksm/.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

Founded in 1925 as one of the university's four original colleges, the College of Arts & Sciences is comprised of 15 departments, offering a wide variety of courses and programs in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and natural sciences. The College has more than 10,000 students enrolled representing more than a quarter of the overall Texas Tech University student population while maintaining a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

About the Department/School/Area

Founded in 1925 as one of the university's four original colleges, the College of Arts & Sciences is comprised of 15 departments, offering a wide variety of courses and programs in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and natural sciences. The College has more than 10,000 students enrolled representing more than a quarter of the overall Texas Tech University student population while maintaining a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

Major/Essential Functions

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

As a faculty member in the Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management, you will be expected to:

• Contribute to the teaching mission of the department.
• Mentor graduate students.
• Develop a record of peer-reviewed/funded research.
• Provide service to the department, college, and university.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

• An earned (no later than August 31, 2026) doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition, or a relevant health or biomedical area.
• Knowledge and skills to analyze metabolites (metabolomics), and/or intestinal physiology.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain and maintain an externally funded research program.
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed research.
• Contribute to the teaching and research mission of the department and university.
• Mentor graduate students.
• Provide service to the department, college, and university.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Applicants with funded programs will be given top consideration for this position.
• Experience/knowledge in the interplay between the immune system and host organ functions in response to challenges including diet, exercise, other environmental factors, exposure to pathogens, the commensal microbiome, or to immune-activation and inflammation related to the development of diet-related metabolic diseases are preferred qualifications. Positions will come with a highly competitive start-up package and salary commensurate with candidate experience, rank, and funding.
• Experience developing and teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses
• Experience developing and teaching online courses in one or more areas of kinesiology.

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the following documents in your application:

• Curriculum vitae.
• Cover letter that addresses the required and preferred qualifications above.
• Research statement that includes your research agenda that outlines milestones and plan for securing external funding.
• Teaching statement that includes your experience teaching at the college level, teaching philosophy, and a list of preferred courses you could teach in our graduate and undergraduate kinesiology programs.
• Contact information (email and telephone) of three professional references.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

None

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Full Professor

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800

Applications must be received by

01/31/2026