Assistant Teaching Professor - Exercise Sports Science at Universities of Wisconsin in La Crosse, WI

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor - Exercise Sports Science Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Teaching Assistant Professor Job Duties: The Department of Exercise & Sport Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is searching for a passionate educator with expertise in general exercise science as well as clinical exercise physiology to join our team. We are seeking a full-time, Instructional Academic Staff position that will begin in the August 23, 2027 (the possibility for a January 2027 hire does exist). This is a 9-month position, but comes with summer responsibilities and additional compensation for the summer work. The position requires expertise in clinical exercise physiology and clinical education of graduate students. Additional background in exercise science laboratories is desirable. This individual will also serve as Executive Director of the La Crosse Exercise and Health Program (LEHP), providing management and leadership to a community program developed for the clinical education of students. Applications received prior to the first review date will receive full consideration, and the search will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses (if applicable) and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students' work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean. The College of Science & Health (CSH) is the largest academic unit at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, bringing together diverse disciplines across the natural, physical, computational, and health sciences. Home to 11 academic departments and nationally recognized professional programs, CSH is known for its strong tradition of faculty mentorship, hands-on undergraduate research, and graduate education that prepares students for leadership in science, healthcare, and industry. Faculty and students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities such as the Prairie Springs Science Center and the Health Science Center, which support innovative teaching, collaborative research, and community engagement. The college also hosts interdisciplinary centers and institutes that connect scholarship with real-world challenges, ranging from river studies to disability health. With robust instrumentation, collaborative partnerships -- including ties with the Mayo Clinic Health System -- and potential start-up support, CSH provides new faculty with an environment that fosters both scholarly excellence and student success. The review of applications starts on November 16, 2026 . Applications received on or before November 16th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus. UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013. Key Job Responsibilities: Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic cont