At the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology, one or more positions as Associate professor in sport and exercise psychology are open for appointment from 1. August 2022 or soon hereafter.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Department of Health Science and Technology carries out multidisciplinary research, teaching and dissemination within biomedical engineering, sports science and medicine. The department has more than 250 employees and is responsible for more than 1700 students. More than 100 PhD students are enrolled in the doctoral school affiliated to the department. All study programs at Aalborg University involve problem-based learning, organized around cases and projects. For more, see: www.hst.aau.dk.
The main responsibilities of the position are research within the area of sports and exercise psychology along with teaching, and project supervision, at the bachelor and master programs in sport sciences. The successful candidate(s) must demonstrate that their research has contributed to the field of sport and exercise psychology, and that they are capable of conducting research projects in collaboration with university colleagues as well as external collaboration partners. Candidates with a strong focus on applied sport and exercise psychology will be preferred. The candidate will be affiliated to the research group “Sport and Social Issues”.
In addition, the successful candidate should hold a candidate in Sport Sciences, Psychology or equivalent, and their PhD research must fall within the area of sports and exercise psychology. The candidate should be capable of teaching sport and health psychology in Danish and English. It will be considered an advantage, but not a prerequisite, that applicants have experience with problem-based learning in alignment with Aalborg University’s pedagogical model.
You may obtain further information from Professor MSO Sine Agergaard e-mail: sine@hst.aau.dk.
Qualification requirements:
The level of qualification for Associate Professors shall correspond to the level, which can be achieved on the basis of the appointment as Assistant Professor, but may be achievable in other ways. The appointment presupposes that the applicant can demonstrate original scientific production at an international level as well as documented teaching qualifications. Appointment to the position requires that both research and teaching qualifications are at the requested level. The two qualifications will be given equal and principal priority in the overall assessment.
The application must contain the following:
- A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Copies of relevant diplomas (Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
- Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 10 publications.
- Teaching qualifications described in the teaching portfolio. If this is not enclosed the applicant must include an explanation for its absence.
- Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
- Additional qualifications in relation to the position.
- References/recommendations.
- Personal data.
The applications are only to be submitted online by using the “Apply online” button below.
Shortlisting will be applied. After the review of any objections regarding the assessment committee, the head of department, with assistance from the chair of the assessment committee, selects the candidates to be assessed. All applicants will be informed as to whether they will advance to assessment or not.
AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.
For further information concerning the application procedure please contact HR Partner Jeannette Bøgh by mail jebo@adm.aau.dk or phone (+45) 9940 7968
Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force, teaching portfolio and procedures can be seen here
AGREEMENT
Employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Finance’s current Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement for state-employed academics.
VACANCY NUMBER
2022-224-04700
DEADLINE
07/07/2022Apply online