Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor

Universities of Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

3d • $75,000

About The Position

Department: University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is a nationally recognized research university serving approximately 24,000 students from 87 countries and is known for combining academic excellence with access and affordability. The university maintains strong partnerships with industry, health systems, and community organizations to translate research into practice and to prepare graduates for success in a global workforce. UWM is deeply committed to inclusive excellence and strives to build a diverse faculty, staff, and student community whose experiences and perspectives reflect the populations it serves. The Kinesiology degree programs are housed in the Zilber College of Public Health and center on the generation, integration, and application of knowledge related to human movement, exercise, and sport across health, performance, and clinical contexts. Faculty and instructional staff engage in high-impact teaching, applied and translational research, and community and clinical partnerships. The programs emphasize student engagement, experiential learning, and career readiness, with extensive laboratory, field, and internship opportunities. Collaborative connections across campus support interdisciplinary teaching and research, as well as certificate and interprofessional training opportunities that extend learning into complementary health, aging, and population health. The BS in Kinesiology is a multidisciplinary undergraduate program with over 400 majors that provides a strong scientific and applied foundation in human movement and exercise. Core coursework includes human anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor behavior, statistics, and psychological and sociological aspects of physical activity and sport. Students can pursue specialized upper-level coursework in areas such as strength and conditioning and clinical exercise physiology, and many complete supervised internships to gain professional field experience. Graduates pursue a wide range of pathways: roughly half prepare for advanced professional programs such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic training, while others enter applied careers in fitness, performance, coaching, and health promotion. The curriculum is designed to support both pre-professional preparation and immediate workforce entry. The MS in Kinesiology provides advanced, on-campus graduate education focused on physical activity, exercise, and sport in relation to health, disease prevention, and human performance. The program supports multiple career trajectories, including clinical and applied roles, strength and conditioning, clinical exercise physiology, and preparation for doctoral study or other health professional programs. Students complete rigorous graduate coursework in research methods and specialized kinesiology content while selecting a thesis, project/internship, or comprehensive exam track aligned with their professional goals. The program prioritizes innovative, student-centered instruction, close faculty mentorship, and applied learning experiences, making it especially attractive to educators and mentors who are passionate about preparing the next generation of kinesiology and exercise science professionals.

Job Summary A 12-month, non-tenure track, fixed-term renewable Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor in the ZCPH. The position includes teaching and service responsibilities across fall, spring, and summer semesters to support the B.S. and M.S. Kinesiology programs. The successful candidate will teach primarily in the areas of clinical exercise physiology, applied exercise science, and exercise testing and prescription. Experience teaching face-to-face and online classes; delivering laboratory-based, experiential learning classes; and creating inclusive learning environments for a diverse student body are strongly desired. On occasion, the applicant may teach graduate courses in their area of expertise.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or closely related discipline.
• Experience in Kinesiology-related education including teaching courses, creating and/or revising curriculum, advising and/or mentoring students.
• Professional experience in Clinical Exercise Physiology-related program development, delivery, and/or administration.
• Evidence of effective written communication.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or closely related disciplines (ABD considered).
• Demonstrated expertise in clinical exercise physiology, applied exercise science, and exercise testing and prescription.
• Relevant professional certifications, (e.g. ACSM-CEP, ACSM RCEP, AACVPR or related credentials)
• Experience working effectively with students, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience using learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) and instructional technologies to support student engagement and learning.
• Experience with accreditation processes and assessment reporting.
• Experience supervising student internship experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality and innovative student-centric instruction that supports dynamic and engaging classroom experiences and facilitates the attainment of Kinesiology-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Revise (as needed) and deliver existing academic courses associated with the BS and MS Kinesiology programs in the areas of clinical exercise physiology, electrocardiographic interpretation, exercise testing and prescription.
• Support and maintain all required documentation, reporting, and continuous quality improvement materials for CoAES/ACSM accreditation, including: data collection, assessment records, and compliance evidence. Serve as the program’s designated Clinical Exercise Physiologist for accreditation purposes, ensuring that curricular, laboratory, and clinical components align with CoAES/ACSM standards, and collaborating with program leadership and faculty to prepare accreditation submissions, updates, and review materials.
• Provide mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students in the BS and MS Kinesiology program including career guidance, and professional development support.
• In partnership with other Program Directors, faculty, and staff, actively participate in the program evaluation and improvement processes, including formal curriculum review and revision.
• In partnership with other Program Directors, faculty, and staff, assist with student recruitment/admissions, orientation, advisement, and evaluation, as appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the Kinesiology programs.

Benefits

• UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans.
• Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time