"Assistant Professor - Exercise Physiology"

Job Details

Position Summary

The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Exercise Physiology to begin on August 1, 2026. We are seeking the highest quality scholar in the area of Exercise Physiology with a research agenda focused on the physiological implications of physical activity/inactivity, aging, chronic disease, and/or disability. The ideal candidate’s research program will build upon current strengths within the department along with centers and initiatives across the university, including the Obesity Research Initiative, the Cognitive Aging Research and Education (CARE) Center, the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center, Precision One Health, Owens Institute for Behavioral Research, and the new College of Medicine.

Responsibilities:

• Establish an independent, nationally recognized research program based on impactful publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals
• Pursue external funding from federal agencies, foundations, or other relevant sources to support a sustained research program
• Provide effective undergraduate and graduate teaching in Exercise Science
• Provide effective student mentoring, including in support of theses and dissertations
• Provide service activities that benefit the Kinesiology department, the University, the profession, and the public at large

This position is contingent on the continued availability of funding.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit all the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A research statement describing prior, current, and future research activities (2 pages maximum)
• A statement describing teaching and mentoring philosophy, approaches, and experience (2 pages maximum)
• The contact information for three references. Letters will only be requested for finalists via the UGA application system. Finalists will be unable to schedule an on-campus interview until all three letters of reference have been received.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Mike Schmidt, at schmidtm@uga.edu.

Applications received by November 28, 2025 are assured of full consideration.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2508P
Working Title: Assistant Professor - Exercise Physiology
Department: COE-Kinesiology
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Position Information

Classification Title: Assistant Professor
Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor
Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Exercise Physiology or an appropriate related field

Additional Requirements

• Evidence of strong potential to secure external funding

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• At least 2 years of either postdoctoral research or academic faculty experience
• Evidence of university teaching and mentoring

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to publish in high-quality scientific journals
• History of obtaining funding to support research
• Preference will be given to candidates with a focus on physical activity/inactivity in the context of cardiometabolic, neurovascular, and/or cerebrovascular health.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
5. List of References with Contact Information