Assistant Professor - Anatomy/Physiology

Universities of Wisconsin; La Crosse (WI); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan (vest after 5 years)

Competitive benefits

Descripción de la vacante

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse seeks an Assistant Professor in Anatomy/Physiology for a 9-month tenure-track position. The role includes teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, advising students, and maintaining an active program of scholarship within Exercise & Sport Science.

Applicants should have a doctorate in a relevant field and demonstrate strong teaching and research potential. The department emphasizes student success and professional engagement, with a rolling review until

Formación

• Doctorate must be earned by end of first academic year.
• Evidence of ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses and advise students.
• Maintain currency in teaching content and provide regular feedback.
• Engage in scholarship and service to department and university.

Educación

Doctorate in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology/Exercise Science

Effective instructor

Clear and effective communication

Descripción del empleo

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Position Title:

Assistant Professor - Anatomy/Physiology

Job Category:

Faculty

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

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.

The College of Science & Health (CSH) is the largest academic unit at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, bringing together diverse disciplines across the natural, physical, computational, and health sciences. Home to 11 academic departments and nationally recognized professional programs, CSH is known for its strong tradition of faculty mentorship, hands-on undergraduate research, and graduate education that prepares students for leadership in science, healthcare, and industry. Faculty and students benefit from state- of-the-art facilities such as the Prairie Springs Science Center and the Health Science Center, which support innovative teaching, collaborative research, and community engagement. The college also hosts interdisciplinary centers and institutes that connect scholarship with real-world challenges, ranging from river studies to disability health. With robust instrumentation, collaborative partnerships – including ties with the Mayo Clinic Health System – and potential start-up support, CSH provides new faculty with an environment that fosters both scholarly excellence and student success.

The review of applications starts on October 9, 2026.Applications received on or before October 9th areprioritizedand review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Department:

Exercise Sports Science

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate inExercise 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Contact Information:

Eileen Narcotta-Welp [e-mail]

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

• 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 atUWLare 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.