Assistant Professor, Exercise Science (Special Appointment)

Assistant Professor, Exercise Science (Special Appointment)

The Department of Health Science at Curry College invites applications for a one-year, full-time Special Appointment in Exercise Science for the 2026-2027 academic year (August 2026 start). This position is based on our Milton, MA campus and focuses on high-quality undergraduate teaching and applied laboratory instruction.

This is an ideal opportunity for candidates seeking a teaching-focused role, recent graduates, visiting faculty, or professionals with applied experience in exercise science who are interested in contributing to a dynamic undergraduate program.

We seek an engaging educator with expertise in exercise physiology and/or human performance testing who is committed to hands-on teaching, student mentorship, and career preparation.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in areas such as exercise physiology, exercise testing, human performance, and/or research methods.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on laboratory instruction, including use of exercise testing equipment.
• Support student learning and career preparation through advising and mentorship.
• Contribute to program needs, including course coordination, instructional continuity, and related programmatic events.
• Collaborate with faculty on student-centered initiatives such as internships or applied learning opportunities.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Master's or PhD in the Exercise Sciences or closely related field. ABD candidates are welcome to apply.
• Experience in exercise science practice, teaching, research, or applied settings.
• Familiarity with laboratory-based exercise testing (e.g., metabolic carts, ergometry, data collection).
• Strong communication skills and commitment to effective undergraduate teaching.
• Demonstrated ability or interest in working with diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in higher education or relevant professional experience in exercise science or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring undergraduate students and supporting career readiness.
• Commitment to high-quality, student-centered teaching.
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, a range of exercise testing equipment and laboratory techniques.

Salary:

Starting at $80,066 annually

Additional Information:

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.