Assistant Professor - Athletic Training/Kinesiology

University of Wisconsin La Crosse; Town of Bangor (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Competitive benefits

Job summary

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Athletic Training/Kinesiology. The position starts 8/23/2027 with potential early start in January 2027. Responsibilities include teaching, advising, scholarship, and service within Exercise & Sport Science.

The department emphasizes student success, currency in content, and ongoing professional activity, with a rolling review until filled.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in an athletic training, sports medicine, 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.
• Current BOC certification, WI licensure (or eligible), and an NPI number.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses and advise students.
• Maintain currency in the teaching content and evaluate student work with regular feedback.
• Prepare for classes and hold office hours; maintain records.
• Maintain an active program of scholarship and perform service to department, college, university and professional organizations.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the chair or dean.

Skills

Effective instructor

Communication skills

BOC certification

Education

Doctorate in athletic training/sports medicine/kinesiology/exercise science

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Professor - AthleticTraining/Kinesiology

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 potential of an early start January of 2027. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in Athletic Training and Kinesiology/Exercise Science. 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 September 30, 2026. Applications received on or before September 30th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Location

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse

Department

Exercise Sports Science

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in an athletic training, sports medicine, orkinesiology/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.
• Current BOC certification, WI licensure (or eligible), and an NPI number.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching and administrative experience in a CAATE accredited program
• Experience or interest in being the Director of Clinical Education
• Experience in teaching courses at the university-level in athletic training and kinesiology/exercise science including rehabilitation and emergency care
• Evidence of an emerging or established research agenda related to athletic training and kinesiology/exercise science

Information About Your Benefits

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

• 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 at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

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.