Instructor​/Assistant Professor Department of Applied Human Sciences, Exercise and Rehabilitation

About the Job

The department of Applied Human Sciences seeks a part‑time term faculty for the  academic year in the Exercise & Rehabilitation Sciences program.

Start date:

August 24, 2026.

End date:
May 23, 2027.

• Develop and teach courses in Human Anatomy and Physiology, Statistics and Research Methods, and Exercise Physiology Lab
• Demonstrate command of their subject matter.
• Have well organized course plans and deliver courses clearly to students.
• Use high impact, active, and inclusive teaching practices.
• Incorporate assessment of program student learning outcomes into relevant courses.
• Help students fulfill their academic needs.
• Maintain a consistent and positive student teaching evaluation record.
• Advise students regarding both specific coursework and broader academic or career goals, both inside and outside the classroom.

• Potential supervision of student internships as part of teaching workload in Department.

• There is no expectation of the following as part of this position: formal advising, conduct research in the department, or contribute to service responsibilities at the department, collegiate, campus or university level.

Required:

• Masters degree from an accredited university in Exercise Science or related field.
• One year of relevant teaching experience at the college level (graduate TA experience acceptable).
• Effective written communication skills appropriate to the position.

Preferred:

• Terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in Exercise Science or relevant field.
• Experience teaching a variety of upper and lower division courses such as those offered by the UMD Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences Program.
• Effective teaching, organizational, and communication skills appropriate to the position.
• Experience in using technology for teaching.
• Demonstrated experience with assessment and alignment of course learning outcomes with program learning goals.
• Evidence of the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Pay Range: $45,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Time Appointment: 75% Appointment.

Position Type:
Faculty and P&A Staff.

Benefits include:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• University HSA contributions.
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance.
• Employee wellbeing program.
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity.
• Financial counseling services.
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.