Assistant Professor- Kinesiology/Exercise Science

University of Wisconsin Stout • Oshkosh, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Nursing and Health Professions at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh seeks an on-campus, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, with an anticipated start date of August 2027. The successful candidate will contribute through teaching, scholarship, and service, including courses in areas such as exercise physiology, nutrition for health and performance, medical aspects of kinesiology, and administration and facilities management. The role offers opportunities to involve students in scholarly activities, contribute to program and school initiatives, and potentially direct the Healthy Titans employee wellness program.

Kinesiology serves more than 300 students within a school focused on advancing physical and emotional well-being through education, research, and practice. Faculty work in a collaborative academic environment with opportunities for student-engaged research and access to specialized facilities, including a 3-D motion capture lab, concussion research lab, and exercise physiology lab. The standard teaching load is 24 credits per academic year, with the possibility of a reduced load to support scholarship during the initial appointment.

The position is based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, transcripts from undergraduate and graduate programs, contact information for three professional references, a teaching philosophy statement, and a statement of anticipated research agenda. Applications received by 11:59 PM CST on January 15, 2027, are ensured full consideration.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) or clinical doctorate (DPT, OTD, or DAT) in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science content area by the time of appointment. ABD candidates will be considered if the terminal degree is conferred by May 31, 2027.
• College teaching experience in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science content area.
• Demonstrated experience in research activities, including student mentorship, and a plan for developing a productive research program.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science content area.
• Additional certifications relevant to Kinesiology/Exercise Science, such as NSCA or ACSM certifications.
• Evidence of research productivity with national-level dissemination.
• Evidence of successful student mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach Kinesiology/Exercise Science courses, including areas such as exercise physiology, nutrition for health and performance, medical aspects of kinesiology, and administration and facilities management.
• Contribute to scholarship and develop a productive research program, including research activities that involve student mentorship.
• Provide service to the program, school, and university.
• Engage students in scholarly activities.
• Contribute to program and school initiatives.
• Potentially direct the Healthy Titans employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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