"Assistant Professor - Biomechanics/Motor Behavior"

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Position Title: Assistant Professor - Biomechanics/Motor Behavior

Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The Department of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking applicants for an academic year (9-month) tenure-track faculty position (at the rank of Assistant Professor) in Exercise Science with the start date of August 2026 (start date of January 2026 for qualified and interested candidates). Candidates with expertise in exercise science/kinesiology with an emphasis in at least one of the following areas – biomechanics and/or motor behavior (motor development, learning and control – are encouraged to apply. 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.

The mission of the College of Science and Health is to provide an outstanding education in the diverse disciplines of science, health, and mathematics. The College is dedicated to student learning where enthusiastic faculty and staff intellectually challenge students in a supportive and professional environment. Fundamental to our mission is the belief in the value of education in the liberal arts and sciences and the creation of new knowledge. The College offers an outstanding academic and cultural environment for the university community and beyond. Our vision is to be a premier comprehensive institution, excelling in both undergraduate and graduate education. We will provide academic programs that attract high-achieving students on a regional, national, and international basis. The College will have an outstanding reputation for the quality of its students learning, faculty and staff, state of the art facilities and technology, scholarly achievements, and community and professional service.

Under general supervision of the department chair, individuals in these positions are responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses 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, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. These individuals are expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to the discipline. In addition, these individuals will provide service to the department, college, and university and are likely expected to provide service to the community and/or the profession. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Department: Exercise and Sports Science

Compensation:

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in exercise science/kinesiology or related field, or ABD with satisfactory evidence of completion of degree by the end of their first academic year

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching expertise in exercise science as shown by academic, teaching, and/or scholarship background
• Expertise in biomechanics and/or motor behavior (motor development, learning and control) or closely related field
• Evidence of an emerging research agenda related to exercise science/kinesiology

How to Apply:

Provide Cover letter and resume

Contact Information: Chia-Chen Yu cyu@uwlax.edu

Special Notes:

Application deadlines: TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials: UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy: All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS: 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 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. 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.

EEO Statement: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations 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.