Job description

The Department of Kinesiology at UAH is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Exercise Science. Duties include teaching 9 hours per semester, engaging in scholarly activities, professional service, and serving on departmental, college, and university-wide committees. This tenure-track faculty position has a strong focus on teaching and mentoring of undergraduate research. Areas of expertise may include human performance assessment, strength and conditioning, biomechanics, and sports science. Primary teaching responsibilities include KIN 327: Exercise Physiology, KIN 351: Exercise Testing and Prescription, KIN 375: Strength Training and Conditioning, KIN 418: Structural/Functional Kinesiology, and KIN 451/452: Research I & II in Exercise Science. Additional responsibilities include curriculum development, laboratory supervision, and performing other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences and the Kinesiology Department Chair. The ideal candidate will be committed to effective classroom teaching, student mentoring, curriculum development, and professional scholarly activity.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate (ABD will be considered) in Exercise Science, Sports Science, Health and Human Performance, or related field
• Experience teaching university students in Exercise Science, Sports Science, Health and Human Performance, or related discipline
• Demonstrated evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., peer-reviewed manuscripts, presentations, external funding)
• Demonstrated evidence to pursue a defined line of research in Exercise Science, Sports Science or Kinesiology-related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience developing/enhancing undergraduate exercise science, kinesiology, and/or sports science-related courses
• Experience teaching university students in online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face modalities
• Potential to collaborate with other units and colleagues within the university and community
• Demonstrated potential in grant writing and history of seeking/obtaining funded projects
• Knowledge of maintaining and use of human performance laboratory equipment (EMG, force plates, metabolic cart, etc.)
• Active participation in and certification from pertinent professional organizations (ACSM, NSCA, etc.)
• Experience working with programmatic accreditation

RANK and SALARY:

This is a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Salary will be competitive and commensurate to rank, experience, and qualifications. An excellent and comprehensive benefits package is available.

APPOINTMENT DATE:

Anticipated start date is Fall 2026.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Kinesiology is authorized to award a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with concentrations in Exercise Science and Physical Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports & Fitness Management. The Exercise Science concentration aligns with the standards of the American College of Sports Medicine and is also an Education Recognized Program through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:

Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. UAH has eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study, and 17 high-tech research centers and institutes. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at www.uah.edu.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE:

Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life in the Southeast. More than 1.2 million people reside in the Huntsville metro area, and it is now the largest city in Alabama. From outdoor recreational activities to an enhanced arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. Learn more at www.huntsville.org.

How to apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest (relating your experiences to the required/preferred qualifications and responsibilities of the position), curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, research statement, teaching philosophy, and three current letters of recommendation. UAH is unable to provide VISA sponsorship for this position. As a result, we are not hiring individuals that will require VISA sponsorship.

Please send application material to:

Rae Gill
c/o UAH Kinesiology – Faculty Search
301 Sparkman Drive – Wilson Hall 329
Huntsville, AL 35899

Digital submissions may be sent via e-mail to [email protected]. Please direct any questions related to the position to Dr. Sara Harper at [email protected].

Please refer to the log number 26-27-642 when applying.