Job Description

Full Time

The Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Iowa invites applications for a 9-month, non-tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction/Practice, Associate Professor of Instruction/Practice, or Professor of Instruction/Practice starting in August 2026. The faculty member will teach laboratory courses in Applied Exercise Physiology, Exercise Testing and Prescription, and Behavioral and Clinical Health Assessment and possibly other courses in their area of expertise. This position requires in-person instruction on campus in Iowa City, Monday through Friday. The rank at which the finalist will be hired will be based on experience and record of achievement; salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty and search for requisition #75895. Required application materials include a CV, letter of interest, statement of teaching interests, and the names and contact information of three professional references (references will receive an automated email from Jobs@UIOWA with instructions for uploading their letter to the applicant’s profile). Please do not use Interfolio to request letters of reference.

WORK AUTHORIZATION INFORMATION

For H-1B petitions subject to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage impacted individuals to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

• A master’s degree or PhD in exercise science, kinesiology, health promotion, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Professional work experience (a minimum of 3 years) in exercise testing, exercise prescription, and/or clinical behavioral health assessments in a relevant professional setting.



• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills as evidenced by application materials.



• Demonstrated experience in undergraduate instruction or direct supervision of students in practicum, internship, or applied laboratory settings.

• Demonstrated effectiveness as a primary instructor of laboratory courses in applied exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, or health assessment



• Familiarity with commonly used exercise science lab equipment and technology (e.g., metabolic cart, air plethysmography, force plate, monarch cycle ergometer, common strength training equipment, iWorks, ADInstruments, Inc., etc.).



• Familiarity with objective clinical and behavioral assessments (e.g., blood pressure, anthropometry, biochemical measures, eating patterns, physical activity, sleep).



• Ability to teach didactic courses in the Exercise Science or related curriculum



• Relevant certifications (e.g., ACSM, NSCA, etc.)

Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest
Statement of Teaching Interests

Number of References:3

Letters of Recommendation are required as part of the application process. Upon submission, references selected will be notified by e-mail with directions on how to electronically submit letters to the University of Iowa.

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