Asst Professor - Kinesiology Exercise Science

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JOB TITLE:   

Asst Professor - Kinesiology Exercise Science

JOB PURPOSE:   

Candidates for tenure-track positions will be expected to develop and maintain a robust research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and have research expertise appropriate for the effective mentoring of students at the undergraduate, master’s, doctoral and post-doctoral levels. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential to build a nationally recognized, externally funded research program. 

Applicants whose research includes computational modeling, simulation, sports analytics, or data-driven analysis (AI) in kinesiology/exercise science may be eligible for a joint appointment with the University of Wyoming’s School of Computing and additional research resources. This opportunity supports interdisciplinary collaboration in the emerging area of computational kinesiology data science. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Teach courses in exercise physiology, advanced exercise physiology, applied/clinical physiology, environmental physiology, motor development, motor behavior, and area(s) of expertise 

• Develop and sustain (assistant rank) or sustain and elevate (associate rank) an active and independent research program in applied/human exercise physiology (clinical, environmental/altitude, sport performance/health) or closely related field, leading to peer-reviewed publications in the scientific community and national/international presentations 
  • Optional Opportunity: Joint support/resources or adjunct appointments may be available to candidates working in (1) the computational/data sciences (e.g., AI) through University of Wyoming School of Computing or (2) exercise and cancer through a partnership with the University of Utah Huntsman Cancer Institute.
• Pursue and secure funding to sustain an active and independent research program and support student researchers/trainees 

• Contribute to service in the department, college, university, and profession; may include advising and accreditation review responsibilities 

 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Earned doctorate (or ABD no later than August 2026) in kinesiology/exercise science, exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, muscle physiology, environmental physiology, sport performance, exercise science, applied human performance, sports analytics, or closely related field
• Commensurate with career stage, evidence of the following:
  • Ability to generate research contributions in kinesiology/exercise science or related fields
  • Ability to teach university-level courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels 
  • Ability to m