Kinesiology: Assistant Professor in Rehabilitation/Exercise Physiology

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh • Eau Claire, WI

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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 Rehabilitation Science and/or Exercise Physiology 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 2026/2027 academic year with a start date of August 18, 2026.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Rehabilitation Science, Exercise Physiology, or related area by August 18, 2026 (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. Evidenced-Based Practices/Research Methods, Exercise Physiology, Fitness Assessment/Exercise Prescription, Clinical Populations, Manual Therapy Techniques, etc.) as a faculty member in the department.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students within the Rehabilitation Science and/or Master's of Exercise Physiology program.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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