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Assistant Professor - Kinesiology
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To learn more and apply online, please visit
https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/26535 and submit the following application materials:
1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Statements of research and teaching interests.
4. Contact information for three references (references will only be contacted for finalists)
Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will not be reviewed or considered.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Adam Rosen, Director of the School of Health and Kinesiology, at arosen@unomaha.edu or committee search co-chairs Dr. Michaela Schenkelberg ( maschenkelberg@unomaha.edu ) or Dr. Sam Wilkins ( sjwilkins@unomaha.edu ).
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor - Kinesiology
Department
School of Health and Kinesiology
Essential Functions
The School of Health and Kinesiology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha invites applications for tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor in Kinesiology with an anticipated start date of August 2027. The ideal candidate will help expand and complement current faculty expertise with a background in nutrition or strength and conditioning. Desirable professional certifications include Certified Nutrition Coach ( NASM ), Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach ( NSCA ), Certified Performance and Sport Scientist ( NSCA ) or other comparable credentials. To be considered for this position, applicants should demonstrate success in teaching and experience obtaining external research funding, with a well-defined research agenda.
The School of Health and Kinesiology has experienced a significant growth in majors over the past 5 years. Additionally, in the Spring of 2025, the School of Health and Kinesiology opened a new 30,000 square foot laboratory facility to support expanding faculty research. Current and future facilities include laboratories to facilitate research across the breadth of kinesiology, including but not limited to developmental motor function, physical activity, disability related research, exercise psychology, exercise biology/biochemistry (wet lab), applied physiology, cardiovascular/pulmonary physiology, environmental human physiology, as well as sports medicine and sports science. The new faculty member will have the opportunity to contribute to and/or grow a laboratory in the new facility to support their research agenda. There is a high potential for collaborative research with current faculty from the School of Health and Kinesiology, the Department of Biomechanics, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, among others.
The ideal candidate will have the experience and ability to teach a variety of courses in the kinesiology curriculum. Courses will be decided based on the applicant’s strengths and the needs of the School of Health and Kinesiology. Service commensurate with academic rank will be expected.
Position Summary : Responsibilities for this position include teaching courses in the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral kinesiology curriculum; mentoring and supervising graduate students; establishing an extramurally funded research program; and providing service to the school, college, university, and metropolitan community.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Work Schedule
varies
Additional Duties
Why UNO ?
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is fueled by its historical ties to Omaha. As the first municipal university in Omaha, the early founders’ goal was to make higher education accessible and affordable for the city’s residents. In 1968, the campus joined the University of Nebraska system, and today has the unique role of serving as the state’s metropolitan campus.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.
Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree in kinesiology or related field. Clear evidence of teaching experience and a well-defined research agenda. ABD may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach ( NSCA ), Certified Nutrition Coach ( NASM ), Certified Performance and Sport Scientist ( NSCA ) or similar.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026F-00148
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To learn more and apply online, please visit
https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/26535 and submit the following application materials:
1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Statements of research and teaching interests.
4. Contact information for three references (references will only be contacted for finalists)
Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will not be reviewed or considered.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Adam Rosen, Director of the School of Health and Kinesiology, at arosen@unomaha.edu or committee search co-chairs Dr. Michaela Schenkelberg ( maschenkelberg@unomaha.edu ) or Dr. Sam Wilkins ( sjwilkins@unomaha.edu ).
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To learn more and apply online, please visit
https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/26535 and submit the following application materials:
1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Statements of research and teaching interests.
4. Contact information for three references (references will only be contacted for finalists)
Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will not be reviewed or considered.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Adam Rosen, Director of the School of Health and Kinesiology, at arosen@unomaha.edu or committee search co-chairs Dr. Michaela Schenkelberg ( maschenkelberg@unomaha.edu ) or Dr. Sam Wilkins ( sjwilkins@unomaha.edu ).
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor - Kinesiology
Department
School of Health and Kinesiology
Essential Functions
The School of Health and Kinesiology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha invites applications for tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor in Kinesiology with an anticipated start date of August 2027. The ideal candidate will help expand and complement current faculty expertise with a background in nutrition or strength and conditioning. Desirable professional certifications include Certified Nutrition Coach ( NASM ), Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach ( NSCA ), Certified Performance and Sport Scientist ( NSCA ) or other comparable credentials. To be considered for this position, applicants should demonstrate success in teaching and experience obtaining external research funding, with a well-defined research agenda.
The School of Health and Kinesiology has experienced a significant growth in majors over the past 5 years. Additionally, in the Spring of 2025, the School of Health and Kinesiology opened a new 30,000 square foot laboratory facility to support expanding faculty research. Current and future facilities include laboratories to facilitate research across the breadth of kinesiology, including but not limited to developmental motor function, physical activity, disability related research, exercise psychology, exercise biology/biochemistry (wet lab), applied physiology, cardiovascular/pulmonary physiology, environmental human physiology, as well as sports medicine and sports science. The new faculty member will have the opportunity to contribute to and/or grow a laboratory in the new facility to support their research agenda. There is a high potential for collaborative research with current faculty from the School of Health and Kinesiology, the Department of Biomechanics, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, among others.
The ideal candidate will have the experience and ability to teach a variety of courses in the kinesiology curriculum. Courses will be decided based on the applicant’s strengths and the needs of the School of Health and Kinesiology. Service commensurate with academic rank will be expected.
Position Summary : Responsibilities for this position include teaching courses in the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral kinesiology curriculum; mentoring and supervising graduate students; establishing an extramurally funded research program; and providing service to the school, college, university, and metropolitan community.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Work Schedule
varies
Additional Duties
Why UNO ?
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is fueled by its historical ties to Omaha. As the first municipal university in Omaha, the early founders’ goal was to make higher education accessible and affordable for the city’s residents. In 1968, the campus joined the University of Nebraska system, and today has the unique role of serving as the state’s metropolitan campus.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.
Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree in kinesiology or related field. Clear evidence of teaching experience and a well-defined research agenda. ABD may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach ( NSCA ), Certified Nutrition Coach ( NASM ), Certified Performance and Sport Scientist ( NSCA ) or similar.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026F-00148
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To learn more and apply online, please visit
https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/26535 and submit the following application materials:
1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Statements of research and teaching interests.
4. Contact information for three references (references will only be contacted for finalists)
Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will not be reviewed or considered.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Adam Rosen, Director of the School of Health and Kinesiology, at arosen@unomaha.edu or committee search co-chairs Dr. Michaela Schenkelberg ( maschenkelberg@unomaha.edu ) or Dr. Sam Wilkins ( sjwilkins@unomaha.edu ).
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement or Evidence
- Research Statement
- Transcripts