Faculty position in Sport Science

The Department of Sport Science at Reykjavik University is excited to offer a full-time faculty position in Sport Science (or related fields). We are specifically looking for individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas: strength and conditioning, coaching, performance measurement, and exercise physiology. The position can range from Assistant Professor to Full Professor, depending on the current qualifications and position of the applicant. According to university regulations, a higher-ranking promotion is subject to a formal assessment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research in sport science or related fields
• Teaching courses within the sport science department
• Supervision of students at all levels of study, but with a particular focus on MSc and Ph.D. supervision
• Participation in the department´s administration
• Involvement in projects the department is working on in collaboration with the sports community in Iceland

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. in Sport Science or a related field
• Demonstrated research experience, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in international academic journals, contributions to textbooks, conference presentations, and industry collaborations
• Teaching experience at the university level and ambition for excellence in teaching
• Excellent English proficiency is a precondition
• Good interpersonal skills, initiative and ability to work independently
• Willingness to work in a team of teachers and scientists

Relocation assistance is available. Reykjavik University is a bilingual university where courses at the master's level are taught in English.

Applications should be submitted through the University's online applications website no later than March 9, 2025 and should include the following documents:

• A cover letter specifying whether the candidate is applying for appointment as an assistant, associate or full professor
• A CV with a full list of publications
• Copies of relevant certificates and diplomas
• A research statement
• PDF Copies of three to five relevant publications
• A teaching statement
• Supporting material regarding excellence in teaching
• Letter of recommendation
• Any other relevant information the applicant wishes to supply

For further information, interested candidates are invited to contact the Chair of the Department, Dr. Hafrún Kristjánsdóttir, [email protected], or Elísabet Jóhannesdóttir, [email protected], human recourses specialist. All inquiries and applications are treated as confidential.

Reykjavík University

Reykjavik University aims to create an international workplace that celebrates diversity and is characterized by respect for the individual. Equal opportunities for progression and salaries are important values at RU. There are seven departments within the university; Business Administration, Law, Psychology, Sport Science, Computer Science, Engineering, and Applied Engineering. Education and research at RU are based on strong ties with industry and society. We emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, international relations and entrepreneurship. Currently, Reykjavik University has around 3.700 students and 350 faculty and employees in addition to numerous adjunct faculty.

On the Times Higher Education rankings for 2022, Reykjavík University is ranked in first place along with eight other universities for the average number of citations per faculty. Overall, Reykjavik University is ranked among the 350 best universities world-wide, and first among Icelandic universities. It was ranked 54th amongst all universities established fewer than 50 years ago in the 2021 rankings.