Clinical AssistantAssociate Professor

The Kinesiology degree programs are housed in the Zilber College of Public Health and center on the generation integration and application of knowledge related to human movement exercise and sport across health performance and clinical contexts. Faculty and instructional staff engage in high-impact teaching applied and translational research and community and clinical partnerships. The programs emphasize student engagement experiential learning and career readiness with extensive laboratory field and internship opportunities. Collaborative connections across campus support interdisciplinary teaching and research as well as certificate and interprofessional training opportunities that extend learning into complementary health aging and population health.

TheBS in Kinesiologyis a multidisciplinary undergraduate program withover400 majors that provides a strong scientific and applied foundation in human movement and exercise. Core coursework includes human anatomy and physiology exercise physiology biomechanics motor behavior statistics and psychological and sociological aspects of physical activity and sport. Students can pursue specialized upper-level coursework in areas such as strength and conditioning and clinical exercise physiology and many complete supervised internships to gain professional field experience. Graduates pursue a wide range of pathways:roughly halfprepare for advanced professional programs such as physical therapy occupational therapy and athletic training while others enter applied careers in fitness performance coaching and health promotion. The curriculum is designed to support both pre-professional preparation and immediate workforce entry.

TheMS in Kinesiologyprovides advanced on-campus graduate education focused on physical activity exercise and sport in relation to health disease prevention and human performance. The program supports multiple career trajectories including clinical and applied roles strength and conditioning clinical exercise physiology and preparation for doctoral study or other health professional programs. Students complete rigorous graduate coursework in research methods and specialized kinesiology content while selecting a thesis project/internship or comprehensive exam track aligned with their professional goals. The program prioritizes innovative student-centered instruction close faculty mentorship and applied learning experiences making it especially attractive to educators and mentors who are passionate about preparing the next generation of kinesiology and exercise science professionals.

Job Summary

A 12-month non-tenuretrack fixed-term renewableClinical AssistantorAssociateProfessor in theZCPH. The position includesteaching and service responsibilitiesacrossfall spring and summer semestersto support theB.S. and M.S.Kinesiology programs.

Thesuccessful candidatewillteach primarily in the areas of clinical exercise physiology applied exercise science and exercise testing and prescription.Experienceteaching face-to-face and online classes; delivering laboratory-based experiential learning classes; and creating inclusive learning environments for a diverse student body arestrongly desired. On occasion the applicant may teach graduate courses in their area of expertise.

Responsibilities associated with this position are as follows:

1.Provide high-quality and innovative student-centric instructionthat supports dynamic and engaging classroom experiencesandfacilitatesthe attainment of Kinesiology-related knowledge skills and abilities.

2. Revise (as needed) and deliver existing academic courses associated with theBS and MS Kinesiologyprogramsin the areas of clinical exercise physiologyelectrocardiographic interpretation exercisetestingand prescription.

3.Support andmaintainall required documentation reporting and continuous quality improvement materials forCoAES/ACSMaccreditation including:data collection assessment records and compliance evidence. Serve as the programs designated Clinical Exercise Physiologist for accreditation purposes ensuring that curricular laboratory and clinical components align withCoAES/ACSMstandards and collaborating with program leadership and faculty to prepare accreditation submissions updates and review materials.

4. Provide mentorship toundergraduateand graduatestudents in theBSand MSKinesiology programincluding career guidance and professional development support.

5. In partnership withotherProgram Directorsfaculty andstaff activelyparticipatein the program evaluation and improvement processes including formal curriculum review and revision.

6. In partnership withother Program Directorsfaculty andstaffassistwith student recruitment/admissions orientation advisement and evaluation asappropriate.

7.Performadditionalduties asassigned to support the evolving needs of the Kinesiology programs.

For service to UWM and the profession the individual hired for this position will work collaboratively within and outside of the Zilber College of Public Health. UWM service includes attending program and College meetings as well as serving oncollegeand campus committees. Participation in professional development and service such as maintenance of credentials and attending conferences is expected.

Responsibilities may evolvein response to the evolving needs of theKinesiologyprogramsand the Zilber College of Public Health.

• Doctoral degree in Kinesiology Exercise Science Health Promotion or closely related disciplines (ABD considered).

• Demonstratedexpertiseinclinical exercisephysiologyappliedexercise scienceandexercise testing and prescription.

• Relevant professional certifications(e.g.ACSM-CEPACSM RCEP AACVPRor related credentials)

• Experience workingeffectivelywith studentsstaffand community members from diverse backgrounds.

• Experienceusinglearning management systems (e.g. Canvas)and instructional technologies to support student engagement and learning.

• Experience with accreditation processesand assessment reporting.

• Experience supervisingstudentinternshipexperiences.

This isa continuousrecruitment withan initialreview date of5/6/2026 Candidates applying after theinitialdate of review may not be reviewed. For guaranteed consideration please apply by 5/6/2026

All applicants willbe requiredto apply online. Applicants shouldsubmitelectronically:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae

• Teaching philosophy

• Contact information for three professional references (name address phone email)