Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor (Exercise Physiology/Exercise Testing & Prescription)
Job Description
Department
Exercise and Sport Science - 318600Posting Open Date
10/20/2025Application Deadline
11/18/2025Open Until Filled
NoPosition Type
Permanent FacultyWorking Title
Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor (Exercise Physiology/Exercise Testing & Prescription)Appointment Type
Fixed Term FacultyVacancy ID
FAC0005699Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time PermanentHours per week
40FTE
1Position Location
North Carolina, USHiring Range
Commensurate with experienceProposed Start Date
07/01/2026Be a Tar Heel!
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science (exss.unc.edu) supports an undergraduate program of over 1,300 undergraduate majors with three specialization areas (Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness Professional, Sport Administration) and nearly 300 minors; a Master of Arts graduate program enrolling ~60 students also with three specializations (Exercise Physiology, Sport Administration, and Kinesiology); and a doctoral program in Human Movement Science in partnership with the UNC-CH School of Medicine (hmsc.unc.edu). The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) is to discover, create and promote knowledge of human movement to improve the quality of life of individuals and society. The mission of EXSS is further enhanced through interdisciplinary cooperation and departmental faculty securing competitive extramural funding in the form of contracts and grants. These endeavors enable the department to advance knowledge and thus serve the state and nation.
The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes: 37 full-time faculty, 9 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 10 emeritus faculty, 36 full-time EXSS staff members, and 18 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.
The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes: 37 full-time faculty, 9 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 10 emeritus faculty, 36 full-time EXSS staff members, and 18 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.
Position Summary
Responsibilities:
- Teach three undergraduate classes per semester (9 credits) related to exercise physiology and exercise testing/prescription.
- Use a variety of teaching strategies to teach a wide range of learners and address evolving classroom needs.
- Work with college students outside the classroom setting (e.g., mentoring, advising, supervising, internships, Honors thesis, student-focused professional development, networking, or career advising).
- Participate in departmental and university service and governance function
- Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department
- Contribute positively to the departmental culture of collegiality
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- An earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD, etc.) in kinesiology/exercise science or a related field is required. ABD at the time of application is acceptable but must be completed by the start date of the position.
- College teaching experience in exercise physiology and exercise testing/prescription-related courses is required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Demonstrated experience teaching course topics involving Sports Performance Training, Clinical Exercise Prescription, Exercise Testing and Prescription, Theory and Application of Strength and Conditioning, Corrective Exercise Training, Sports Nutrition, Data Analytics, Integrated Human Performance, or Research Methods.
- Practical experience in exercise leadership in performance, general fitness, or clinical settings
- Experience using varied teaching approaches to reach a wide range of learners
- Experience with student-focused work (e.g., student clubs, mentoring, advising, supervising, internships, Honors thesis, student-focused professional development, networking, or career advising)
- Experience in administration (e.g., curricular design and approval, accreditation process, internship coordination, program review/self-study, etc.)
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Candidates should upload 1) a curriculum vitae, 2) a cover letter of application, 3) a list of three references including names, titles, phone number, and email addresses, and 4) a formal teaching philosophy document detailing the information requested below.
In addition to describing your beliefs and approach to teaching, the teaching philosophy document should include: 1) a list of the candidate’s college teaching experiences as the instructor of record, indicating course title, number of semesters taught, average enrollment size, teaching mode (e.g., in person), and the most recent teaching evaluation score for overall instructor effectiveness or overall teaching quality; 2) indicate which courses primarily relate to exercise physiology and exercise testing/prescription, and 3) examples of how the candidate uses a variety of teaching strategies to reach a wide range of learners and addresses evolving classroom needs.
For additional information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Alain Aguilar, Search Committee Chair, at alaguila@email.unc.edu.
Deadline: Priority review of applications will begin on November 19, 2025, and may continue until the position is filled.
For additional information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Alain Aguilar, Search Committee Chair, at alaguila@email.unc.edu.
Deadline: Priority review of applications will begin on November 19, 2025, and may continue until the position is filled.
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/308165Department Contact Name and Title
Dr. Alain Aguilar, Teaching ProfessorDepartment Contact Telephone or Email
alaguila@email.unc.eduAcademic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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