Kinesiology: Assistant Professor in Rehabilitation/Exercise Physiology

Job Description

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Position Title:
Kinesiology: Assistant Professor in Rehabilitation/Exercise Physiology
Job Category:
Faculty
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor
Job Duties:
POSITION
:
A p
robationary

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.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
:
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).
PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS
:
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 and professional certification through nationally recognized organizations (ACSM, NSCA, or NASM) are also preferred. Demonstrated commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of students, faculty, and staff.
DUTIES
:
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.
DEPARTMENT
:
The Department of Kinesiology consists of 12 faculty and instructional academic staff and approximately 720 majors and minors. Department faculty are dedicated to teaching and student learning and are actively engaged in student-faculty research. The Department is a regional leader in the preparation for pre-professional undergraduate students entering into PT, OT, and Clinical Exercise Physiology graduate programs. The Department is also recognized for community outreach programs that offer health and physical activity opportunities for individuals living in the Eau Claire area. In addition, the Department collaborates with Mayo Clinic and other clinical entities in the region to provide both clinical education and research opportunities for students.
UNIVERSITY
and
EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY
:
UW-Eau

Claire,

an institution of
approximately
10,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently
recognized
as a top
comprehensive

university
in the Midwest and is widely
known
as a leader in
faculty-undergraduate

research
and study
abroad.
W
e

strive
for
excellence
in liberal education and select
graduate
and professional
programs

through commitment
to teaching and learning and dedication to our
core

values
of
diversity,

sustainability,
leadership, and
innovation.

The
City of
Eau

Claire,
situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and
Eau

Claire

rivers,
is at
the
center of a
metropolitan

area
of
approximately
100,000 people located 90
miles
east of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
The

area
features beautiful
parks
and
trails,

strong
public schools, a
vibrant

arts
scene and local food culture, and abundant
recreational
opportunities.
APPLICATION

PROCEDURE
:

Applications are submitted electronically.
following Web site:
https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives
. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format
:
Letter of application, curriculum vita, and unofficial graduate school transcript
Statement of teaching philosophy
Names and contact information for three references.
Direct

requests

for additional information to:
Dr. Marquell Johnson, Department of Kinesiology;
johnmarq@uwec.edu
;
715-836-3948.
To ensure consideration, completed
applications
must be received by

November 28th, 2025
.

However,
screening
may
continue until the position is filled.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Department:
Compensation:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
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Special Notes:
INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately
9
,
0
00 students
and 1,
2
00 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in
faculty-undergraduate
research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit

https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/

.

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately
100,000 people

located
90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The university reserves the right to contact
additional
references with notice given to the candidates at
an appropriate time
in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions
regarding
past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to
maintaining
a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students,
faculty
and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to
disclose
annual information about campus crime. Visit
Campus Security and Fire Report
. Also visit our
Campus Security Authority
(CSA) policy.

EEO STATEMENT
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.