Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
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Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology
Assistant Professor
Tenure Track Faculty Position
The Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology invites nominations and applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor (nine-month academic year appointment) in biomechanics or a related field with preferred research expertise in musculoskeletal modeling. The candidate must have strong potential to develop an innovative and extramurally funded research program that will complement the Departments ongoing research areas particularly in biomechanics and neuromotor control. A candidates ability to leverage existing research infrastructure and contribute to established campus research centers and programs is also a strength. The successful applicant will also contribute to the Departments teaching efforts at the undergraduate and graduate level. The teaching load will be appropriate to allow the candidate to pursue and establish a rigorous research program.
The Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology at the University of Delaware ( is comprised of 25 faculty approximately 750 undergraduate students pursuing a B.S. in Kinesiology Human Physiology or Sports Health and 100 graduate students pursuing a M.S. in Exercise Science a M.S. in Athletic Training a M.S in Clinical Exercise Physiology a Ph.D. in Biomechanics and Movement Sciences or a Ph.D. in Applied Physiology.
QUALIFICATIONS:A doctoral degree in a related field and 2 years of post-doctoral training or independent research experience are required.
GENERAL INFORMATION: The College of Health Sciences is a dynamic innovative academic unit with more than 3400 undergraduate and graduate students and 130 faculty members who are nationally recognized leaders across multiple disciplines. The College is housed in multiple buildings on the traditional main campus but also is an anchor tenant of the Universitys Science Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus. STAR has become an exciting center that combines business research and education focused on leading topics in health science biopharmaceuticals data science engineering finance and other cross-cutting fields of addition to Kinesiology and Applied Physiology (ranked #7 according to the National Academy of Kinesiology) the College has six additional academic units including Communication Sciences and Disorders Epidemiology Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences Medical and Molecular Sciences Physical Therapy (ranked #1 by US News and World Report) and the School of Nursing. With annual research expenditures of approximately $20 million the college currently houses a number of large interdisciplinary grants with significant funding from the NIH and DoD. The college boasts strong research teams in the areas of neurological disorders cardiovascular health and other chronic disease conditions as well as rehabilitation science and concussion.
One of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States the University of Delaware has a rich history of contributing scientific insights and new ideas fostering enlightenment transforming lives and changing the world. Today under the leadership of Interim President Laura Carlson the University is committed to building on this legacy to meet the complex challenges facing the globe. The Universitys foremost priority remains to ensure the success of every student and this commitment dates to our roots as a small private academy founded in 1743. From that early school which educated three signers of the Declaration of Independence UD has grown into a research-intensive technologically advanced institution that is at the forefront of innovation in the classroom in the laboratory and in the community.
Located in scenic Newark Delaware within 2 hours of New York Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington D.C. the University is a Land Grant Sea Grant Space Grant and Carnegie Research University (with very high research activity a designation accorded to fewer than 5% of degree-granting institutions in the U.S.) and with external funding exceeding $200 million. A state-assisted privately governed institution the University enrolls approximately 18600 undergraduates and 4500 graduate students.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications consistent with the existing collective bargaining agreement. Faculty at the University have regularly received annual cost-of-living and merit salary increases and the benefits package is one of the best in the nation. Relocation and professional development funds are available and negotiable. Appointment date is set for August 2026.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Review of applications will begin on October 13 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence and references will be contacted only with the candidates permission. Applicants should upload a letter of application curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. The letter of application and CV will be shared with the search inquiries contact:Elisa Arch Ph.D. Associate Professor & Search Committee Chair
Employment Type
Full Time
