Adjuncts- Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness

About Utica University

Located in the heart of Central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 as Utica College. We offer many of the advantages of a large university, such as undergraduate and graduate degree options, excellent academic programs, and outstanding faculty, but with an intimacy and a high degree of personal attention more closely associated with smaller private institutions.

We empower learners to achieve their career and life goals through personally enriching experiences and outstanding educational pathways.

At Utica University, we are committed to creating a working and learning environment where all people feel supported.

Following our institutional values, we work to support diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in an equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment, while promoting freedom of expression and encouraging civil discourse.

Job Description

Utica University is currently accepting applications for adjunct instructors to teach on ground in all disciplines to support programmatic and enrollment growth. There is an immediate need to hire for the Fall 2026 semester for the Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness Department.

Adjunct Lecturer of Physical Education, Exercise & Wellness:

PXW 313: Biomechanics: This course examines human movement as it relates to sports. The structure, mechanical properties, and health of joints, extremities, and spine are emphasized.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Human Performance, Kinesiology, Human Physiology, or a related field
• Doctoral degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Human Physiology, or Physical therapy, preferred.
• Three (3) years of clinical and/or academic experience

Skills/Abilities

• Experience teaching and supervising students, in an accredited higher education institution, in practical laboratory settings. This should include at least one or more of the following; laboratory topics: anatomy, kinesiology, fitness testing, body composition, fitness prescription, metabolic cart/VO2max testing, electrocardiogram (ECG), and graded exercise testing (GXT).

Certifications

• Current certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid.

Additional Information

Applicants must apply to the Adjunct Portal. To apply please use the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/adjunct.cfm and click on "APPLY NOW"

Salary based per course

$2,732.58 for Masters prepared or $2,600.00 for Bachelor's prepared

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position