Edu - Clinical Assistant Professor of Exercise Science
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Faculty
Edu - Clinical Assistant Professor of Exercise Science – Renewable Contract
Alabama, United States
Education
Non-Tenure-Track/Clinical Faculty
Closing at:
Jul 31 2026 - 22:55 CDT
Department/Organization 212801 - Kinesiology
Rank Clinical Assistant Professor
Position Summary Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University's academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities.
Detailed Position Information The exercise science faculty in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Alabama invite applications to fill a full-time, renewable contract (non-tenure track) position at the clinical assistant professor rank in exercise science to begin August 2026. There are currently 10 tenure track and 7 renewable contract faculty in this area. Enrollment in the Exercise Science concentration of the Kinesiology undergraduate major has increased considerably in recent years.
Applicants are sought who can teach 4 classes per term and engage in service activities related to the departmental and college missions. Responsibilities:
- Teach up to 8 classes during the academic year in exercise science or related areas
- Meet with prospective students and their families and attend events on campus aimed at prospective students
- Participate in professional organizations
- Participate in academic citizenship
Minimum Qualifications Earned doctorate in exercise science, or related field Previous teaching experience in exercise science
Preferred Qualifications Professional certification such as ACSM-EP or NSCA CSCS
Instructions and Required Materials for Application The review of applicants will begin immediately upon receipt and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered for the position, applicants must apply online. A letter of application; unofficial transcript(s) of all graduate level coursework; vita; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references are required to complete the online application process.
Only completed applications will be considered. Starting Date:
August 16, 2026 Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Zacko Rightmire (zbrightmire).
About the Division/College/School For over 150 years, the College of Education has been dedicated to developing professionals. By effectively preparing graduates to pursue their pedagogical and scholarly endeavors, the College of Education aims to lead Alabama in teaching, scholarship, advocacy, and service. Our faculty's research, teaching, and service is widely recognized through the securement of external funding, national awards, professional organization leadership, established centers and offices, and outreach to local, state, and national communities.
Faculty in the college are free to pursue their passions, partner with the local communities, and excel in their many pursuits of academia. The College of Education consists of six academic departments and 29 high-caliber programs that enable students to earn specialized degrees in teacher education, exercise science, counseling, psychology, and educational neuroscience. Through a robust offering of main campus options, online degrees, and certification programs, the College is poised to accommodate any learner.
The College of Education is also home to the No. 1 competitive adaptive sports program in the nation, UA Adapted Athletics, and proudly supports their successes at their state-of-the-art facilities. With teaching, research, and outreach efforts that serve the local community and beyond, the College of Education continues to expand its footprint in both the world of academia and in our global society.
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