Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology in the Department of Kinesiology and Health. The position emphasizes developing and sustaining an externally funded research program and teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in exercise physiology.

Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in exercise physiology or a related field, post-doctoral experience, a strong publication record, and demonstrated potential for

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in exercise physiology, exercise science, or a closely related discipline by start of position.
• At least two years of post-doctoral training.
• Ongoing record of scholarly work with peer-reviewed publications and conference abstracts.
• Strong potential for external funding and grant writing.
• Excellent teaching experience in exercise science or related areas.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty inside and outside the department.

Responsibilities

• Develop, pursue, and maintain an externally funded research line.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in exercise physiology.
• Mentor and direct graduate students' theses and dissertations.
• Supervise undergraduate student research fellowships or internships.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.

Skills

Teaching experience

Grant writing

Research in exercise physiology

Collaboration

Post-doctoral training

Education

Ph.D. in exercise physiology

Two years post-doctoral training

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: F00549P

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology

GSU Information: Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels. With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University's rapid research growth. Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship. General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook https://faculty.gsu.edu/faculty-handbook/ and the Office of Faculty Affairs website https://faculty.gsu.edu/. All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to: (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State's in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities - in-person, online, or blended/hybrid - as determined by their Department Chair or Dean.

Department: Kinesiology & Health

College: College of Education & Human Development

Campus: Atlanta

Position Type: Full Time Faculty

Posting Type: Internal/External

About the Department: The Department of Kinesiology and Health is home to the Exercise Science undergraduate program, one of the most popular majors at Georgia State University, as well as M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Exercise Science. The Kinesiology and Health Department annually serves over 1,000 graduate and undergraduate students in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education, and Sports Administration, with a reputation for excellent teaching in a diverse student body. Faculty have a history of securing external funding from the National Institutes of Health, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Education, corporations, and various private agencies and organizations. The faculty also collaborate with multiple organizations on and off the university campus. The department supports state-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories in biomechanics, applied physiology, cardiovascular physiology, muscle biology, sports business, and physical education pedagogy.

Position Description: The Department of Kinesiology and Health in the College of Education and Human Development at Georgia State University invites applications for a full-time, 10-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the Fall of 2027. Seeking candidates with a research focus related to exercise science, applied physiology, or performance. Those with a research focus related to physiology of aging, exercise and nutrition, pulmonary physiology, and strength and conditioning are encouraged to apply.

• Develop, pursue, and maintain an externally funded research line.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in exercise physiology and related areas (2-2 teaching load, teaching summer courses may be available on an annual basis).
• Mentor and direct graduate students' theses and dissertations.
• Supervise undergraduate student research fellowships or internships.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.

Required Education: Earned Ph.D. in exercise physiology, exercise science, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start of the position.

• At least two years of post-doctoral training.
• Ongoing record of scholarly work as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and abstracts / presentations at professional conferences.
• Rigorous and highly productive line of research with strong potential for external funding.
• Excellent teaching experience in exercise science or related areas.
• Research focus on physiological responses in human participants.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty within and outside the department.
• Evidence of prior grant writing and submission.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc: N/A

Pre-Employment Requirements: A criminal background check and terminal degree verification is required.

Work Hours: Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).

Salary: TBD

Search Chair Contact info: Dr. Brett Wong, [e-mail].

Departmental contact for assistance: Trelley Meyers, [e-mail] or 404-413-8052.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2027

Open Date: 08/07/2026

Review of Applications Begins: 10/19/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions Summary: At the point in which an applicant is invited for an on-campus interview, letters of reference will be requested.

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