Kinesiology: Assistant Professor in Kinesiology

Universities of Wisconsin • Eau Claire, WI

67d • Onsite

About The Position

A probationary tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor is available in the Department of Kinesiology. The department seeks a dynamic candidate with expertise in Kinesiology who is committed to teaching excellence and to maintaining an active research program involving both undergraduate and graduate students. This appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year with a start date of August 16, 2027.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or related area by August 16, 2027 (ABD applicants may be considered but must complete the terminal degree by the start date)

Nice To Haves

• Successful college/university teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Evidence of professional and scholarly activity and commitment to student/faculty research at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Ability to teach core program courses and/or courses serving multiple department programs
• Experience in supervising clinical students, if applicable
• Experience working in clinical, commercial, worksite, and/or community health/fitness settings
• Professional certification through nationally recognized organizations (ACSM, NSCA, or NASM)
• Demonstrated commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of students, faculty, and staff

Responsibilities

• Teach up to an equivalent of 12 credits per semester/24 per year of courses in the area of expertise (e.g. Rehabilitation Science, Exercise Physiology Lab Procedures, Behavior Change Theories, Graded Exercise Testing, Corrective Exercise, etc.) as a faculty member in the department
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students within the department
• Engage in scholarly activities through collaboration with students and other faculty members within and outside the department
• Provide service to the department, college, university, profession, and community

Benefits

• The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process.
• Employment will require a background check.
• Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
• The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.
• UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.
• We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree