Assistant Professor — Neuromuscular Biomechanics & Motor Control

University-of-North-Carolina-At-Chapel-Hil; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in neuromuscular control and biomechanics within the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. The role emphasizes research excellence, teaching, and collaboration across UNC campuses.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advance independent research, seek extramural funding, and mentor students while collaborating with interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in a relevant field with demonstrated expertise in neuromuscular control and biomechanics.
• Record of scholarly productivity and potential for extramural funding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop an independent, focused research agenda with strong publication potential.
• Seek extramural funding to support research efforts.
• Collaborate across campus and within EXSS to develop multidisciplinary projects.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biomechanics, neuromuscular control, motor control, and related areas.
• Advise students on research and serve on committees within the department.

Skills

Research planning

Grant writing

Mentoring

Teaching

Education

PhD or terminal degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Engineering, Neuroscience, Motor Control, Sports Medicine or related field

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in neuromuscular control and biomechanics within the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. The role emphasizes research excellence, teaching, and collaboration across UNC campuses.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advance independent research, seek extramural funding, and mentor students while collaborating with interdisciplinary