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Position Title:
Assistant Professor- Kinesiology/Exercise Science
Job Category:
Faculty
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor
Job Duties:
The School of Nursing and Health Professions at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh invites applications for an on-campus, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, with an anticipated start date of August 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to the program through teaching, scholarship, and service, delivering courses in areas such as exercise physiology, nutrition for health and performance, medical aspects of kinesiology, and administration and facilities management. The position offers opportunities to engage students in scholarly activities, contribute to program and school initiatives, and potentially direct the Healthy Titans employee wellness program.
Kinesiology is one of the university’s larger academic programs, serving more than 300 students within a school committed to advancing physical and emotional well-being through education, research, and practice. Faculty benefit from a collaborative academic environment, opportunities for student-engaged research, and access to specialized teaching and research facilities, including a 3-D motion capture lab, concussion research lab, and exercise physiology lab. The current standard teaching load is 24 credits per academic year, with the possibility of a reduced teaching load to support scholarship during the initial appointment.
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Key Job Responsibilities:
Department:
School of Nursing and Health Professions
Compensation:
Competitive
Required Qualifications:
Terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D.) or clinical doctorate (DPT, OTD, DAT) in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science content area by the time of appointment. ABD will be considered provided the terminal degree is conferred by May 31, 2027.
College teaching experience within Kinesiology/Exercise Science content area
Demonstrated experience in research activities, including student mentorship, with a plan for developing a productive research program.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science content area
Additional certifications relevant to the field of Kinesiology/Exercise Science (such as NSCA and ACSM certifications)
Evidence of research productivity with national-level dissemination
Evidence of successful student mentorship
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit all the following documents using the online application:
Letter of intent
Curriculum vitae
Copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate programs
Contact information for three professional references
Teaching philosophy statement
Statement of anticipated research agenda
If you have any issues uploading documents, please reach out to our HR Office at recruitment@uwosh.edu.
*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
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