ACSM Southeast Chapter
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Volunteer Opportunities

Southeast ACSM has a variety of opportunities for professionals and students who want to volunteer and get more involved.  

We are especially interesting in providing early career professionals with opportunities for service and leadership in the chapter and experience toward achieving ACSM Fellowship.

We also want our student members to become active SEACSM members and volunteering at the Annual Meeting is a great way to do that! 


Complete the SEACSM Volunteer Form

Volunteer opportunities include:

 

Please complete the SEACSM Volunteer Form to let us know how you are interested in volunteering to assist the SEACSM chapter.

Special Interest Groups

The Southeast ACSM chapter has several Special Interest Groups (SIGs) that provide an opportunity for professional and student members to share, learn, and connect with members with similar interests.

Most interest groups hold a yearly meeting in conjunction with the SEACSM Annual Meeting, some hold regular virtual meetings and webinars, and others provide scholarship opportunities for students.

Special Interest Groups are free to join for SEACSM members, including students. 

You can learn more about the SEACSM SIGs and how to join by contacting their leaders.

Biomechanics

The mission of the SEACSM Biomechanics Interest Group (BIG) is to connect researchers, students, and professionals focused on biomechanics and promote biomechanics research in Southeast ACSM through increased participation in the Annual Meeting and support of student research.

For more information or to join the interest group, contact:

Ryan Colquhoun rcolquhoun@southalabama.edu

Exercise Science Education

Join a community that is passionate about exercise science education. This SIG is specifically designed for:

Contact the leaders:

Julie Marino jmarin11@charlotte.edu

Douglas Gregory dgregory@tnwesleyan.edu

Join our SIG: https://forms.gle/VEoFNbwu1EschDBb8 

Exercise Oncology 

The mission of the Exercise Oncology Interest Group is to promote the study of physical activity and cancer, foster professional development, and encourage collaboration among SEACSM members.

In addition to coming together at the SEACSM Annual Meeting, members collaborate and network throughout the year.

For more information or to join the interest group, contact:

Erik Hanson edhanson@mail.unc.edu

Health Equity Research

The mission of the Health Equity Research Interest Group is to provide a multidisciplinary forum for focused discussion and collaborative research to advance health equity in population groups that are underrepresented in health and medical sciences.

In addition to coming together at the SEACSM Annual Meeting, members collaborate and network throughout the year.

For more information or to join the interest group, contact:

Marc D Cook mdcook@ncat.edu

Military & Tactical Athlete

Mission

To advance the field by providing resources and networking opportunities to researchers, educators, practitioners, and clinicians focused on enhancing the readiness of tactical populations.

Purpose

To develop a regional network of professionals and students united by a shared commitment to improving the health, performance, resilience, and operational readiness of tactical populations.

The SIG was established at a session at the 2026 SEACSM Annual Meeting attended by 41 members.

For more information, contact:

Mark Abel mark.abel@uky.edu

 

Join the interest group: https://forms.office.com/r/7QjVQV38Pn?origin=lprLink

Academic positions and other jobs

We post academic positions and other jobs in the Southest region as an SEACSM member benefit.

If you would like your job listed here, complete the SEACSM job and grad program posting form. 

Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sports Science – University of South Carolina Aiken

The Department of Exercise and Sports Science at the University of South Carolina Aiken invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, teaching, research, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, with an expected start date of August 16, 2027.

Candidates must have a conferred doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree) in exercise science, kinesiology, sports science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment (ABD will be considered with degree conferred by the time of appointment). Candidates must be willing to teach undergraduate and graduate exercise and sports science courses as assigned in both in-person and online settings, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, functional anatomy, exercise testing, exercise prescription or strength and conditioning. Candidates should demonstrate potential for an active research/scholarship agenda involving undergraduate and graduate students, evidence of effective teaching, and a commitment to service to the department, university, and profession.

Learn more and apply: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/211549

Posted: 9/11/2026

Closing date: 10/02/2026

Assistant Professor in Kinesiology – Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University seeks an Assistant Professor in Kinesiology with an earned Ph.D. in Kinesiology or a closely related field. Candidates should demonstrate potential for effective undergraduate and graduate teaching and a record of scholarly productivity. Preferred teaching expertise includes exercise physiology, exercise prescription, sport and exercise nutrition, anatomy and physiology, exercise psychology, behavior change, data analysis, and research methods. Relevant professional credentials, such as CEP, EP, CSCS, CPSS, or CMPC, are desirable. Candidates should present a clearly defined, impactful, and fundable research agenda and demonstrate the ability to mentor students in research, scholarship, and career development. Evidence of service to the university, community, or professional organizations and postgraduate education or professional experience is also valued. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, typically on a 3:3 load, maintaining an active independent research program, mentoring students, and contributing to departmental, university, community, and professional service.

Learn more and apply: https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55799

Posted: 9/11/2026

Closing date: 12/31/2026

Assistant/Associate Professor in Strength & Conditioning –
Mississippi State University

The Department of Kinesiology at Mississippi State University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Strength and Conditioning to join its growing Strength and Conditioning Program. This tenure-track position offers opportunities to develop an independent research program, pursue external funding, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and contribute to the continued development of the Strength and Conditioning curriculum and program. The anticipated start date is January 2027 or August 2027.

Learn more and apply:  https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/jobs/assistant-or-associate-professor-main-campus-starkville-ms-mississippi-united-states-d284abeb-81bf-4960-a714-c96dc3027e04

Posted: 9/11/2026

Graduate Assistantships and Internships

If you would like your graduate program openings, graduate assistantship and fellowship positions, or internship opportunities listed here, complete the SEACSM job and grad program posting form. 

Academic Programs

SEACSM boasts many first-rate educational institutions with undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields. Institutions may promote their programs to potential students in the region.

Graduate Programs

Alabama

Florida

Georgia

Kentucky

Louisiana

Mississippi

North Carolina

South Carolina

Tennessee

Virginia

Undergraduate Programs

Alabama

 

Florida

Georgia

Kentucky

Louisiana

Mississippi

 

North Carolina

South Carolina

Tennessee

 

Virginia

Newsletters & Programs

Current and past SEACSM Newsletters and SEACSM Annual Meeting Programs are available to keep you up-to-date on chapter programs and provide access to past news & archives.

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