Job description
The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) Department of Exercise & Sport Science invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Professor of Exercise Science.
QUALIFICATIONS:
An earned doctorate in Exercise Science or a Health-related field; a strong record of teaching, research, scholarship, and service.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching, research, and service. The department is looking for candidates who have a background in exercise physiology, research methods and evaluations. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong research background and experience with instruction in research methods. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. The position is tenure track and a nine-month appointment. This position will teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Additionally, candidates will be expected to actively participate in scholarship and provide service to the department, college, and university.
How to apply
Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcript, teaching philosophy and names and contact information of three professional references through UCA’s online application system:
Priority review of applications begins January 5, 2026, but continues until the position is filled.
Starting date August 16, 2026.
The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.
