Assistant Professor - Anatomy​/Physiology

Position Title: Assistant Professor
- Anatomy/Physiology

Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Professor

The Department of Exercise & Sport Science at the University of Wisconsin
- La Crosse is seeking applicants for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with the start date of 8/23/2027 with the potential of starting January 2027. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in but not limited to: exercise physiology, human physiology, integrative physiology, applied physiology, systemic physiology (cardiorespiratory, metabolic, neurological, etc.), pathophysiology, or related fields.

Come join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student success.

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.

The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline. In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

Department: Exercise Sports Science

• Doctorate in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology/Exercise Science discipline or related field. The degree must be earned by the end of the first academic year.
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research.
• Evidence of ability to contribute to multiple areas of undergraduate and/or graduate curriculum in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science.

Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
• Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.