Assistant Professor

University of Wisconsin Stout • La Crosse, WI

6h

About The Position

The Department of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is searching for a passionate educator with expertise in general physiology and/or exercise physiology to join our team. We are seeking applicants for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position that will begin in the fall of 2026. Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate general physiology and/or exercise science courses (if applicable) and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline. In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.
The College of Science & Health (CSH) is the largest academic unit at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, bringing together diverse disciplines across the natural, physical, computational, and health sciences. Home to 11 academic departments and nationally recognized professional programs, CSH is known for its strong tradition of faculty mentorship, hands-on undergraduate research, and graduate education that prepares students for leadership in science, healthcare, and industry. Faculty and students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities such as the Prairie Springs Science Center and the Health Science Center, which support innovative teaching, collaborative research, and community engagement. The college also hosts interdisciplinary centers and institutes that connect scholarship with real-world challenges, ranging from river studies to disability health. With robust instrumentation, collaborative partnerships—including ties with the Mayo Clinic Health System—and potential start-up support, CSH provides new faculty with an environment that fosters both scholarly excellence and student success. The review of applications starts on February 16, 2026 . Applications received on or before February 16th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Requirements

• PhD in Exercise Sports Science or Doctor of Medicine at time of application.
• Demonstrates excellence in research physiology or exercise physiology.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A demonstrated record of, or strong potential for, publication in peer-reviewed academic journals.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate general physiology and/or exercise science courses (if applicable)
• Advising students
• Maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment
• Evaluating students’ work
• Assessing student outcomes
• Providing regular and substantive feedback on student work
• Maintaining appropriate records
• Holding office hours
• Maintaining an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline
• Providing service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations
• Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

Benefits

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

What This Job Offers

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