Assistant Professor of Exercise Science/Health Promotion

University of Wisconsin Stout • Platteville, WI

10d • $60,000 - $62,000

About The Position

The Health and Human Performance department at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is seeking a dynamic tenure-track Assistant Professor of Exercise Science/Health Promotion , with an anticipated start date of August 2026. Responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate courses, research and scholarly activity, and university and departmental service. This is a full-time, 9-month, benefit-eligible position with a salary of $60,000–$62,000 per academic year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Health and Human Performance department includes four emphases: Exercise Science, Strength and Conditioning, Health Promotion, and Physical Education. Our Exercise Science emphasis is designed to prepare graduates for the professional workplace research setting and acceptance into graduate schools. The Strength and Conditioning emphasis prepare students to train individuals in a variety of wellness settings, including athletics. Students within our Health Promotion field work in many different areas related to personal fitness or community/corporate wellness. The Physical Education emphasis prepares students for teaching physical education, health education, and/or adapted physical education in the K-12 setting. They also receive a coaching endorsement from the state of Wisconsin. The HHP department also offers minors in Sports Management, Health Promotion, and Coaching.

Requirements

• PhD, Ed.D, or other terminal degree in Exercise Science, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or related field. An ABD will be considered if completed by anticipated start date of position.
• Two semesters or more of undergraduate teaching experience during or after completion of graduate school or at least two semesters as a graduate teaching assistant for a lab.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate education and a willingness to collaborate with both students and faculty.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Exercise Science undergraduate courses in the Department of Health and Human Performance.
• Engagement in evidence-informed pedagogy to teach undergraduate students in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Record of research or a willingness to develop in the area of Exercise Science.
• Academic advising to undergraduate students within the Health and Human Performance Department.
• Effective collaboration with colleagues across the university to complete tasks and goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees