Assistant/Associate Professor (Lecturer) - Lecturer Track - DOQ

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University of Utah, College of Health
Department of Health & Kinesiology
Assistant/Associate Professor (Lecturer), (Lecturer) Track, Career-Line Position

The Department of Health & Kinesiology at the University of Utah is seeking to hire a 0.75 FTE, Career-Line (non-tenure) faculty position with expertise in Sports Science and Human Performance. This full-time appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor (Lecturer) or Associate Professor (Lecturer), depending on qualifications and experience.

This is a long-term, renewable position within the University's Career-Line faculty structure, with the potential for multi-year contracts. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, program development, and community engagement in a dynamic and growing academic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in sports science and human performance, which may include:
  • Biomechanics
  • Wearable devices
  • Motor control
  • Exercise physiology
  • Other movement sciences and health & kinesiology sub-disciplinary areas
• Contribute significantly to program development for emerging undergraduate and graduate programs in Sport and Performance Science, including:
  • Curriculum development
  • Oversight of experiential learning opportunities
• Collaborate with community and industry partners (e.g., Utah Athletics, profession sport organizations, Olympic national governing bodies, and industry partners) to support alignment of curriculum, applied learning, and research initiatives in biomechanics and human performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree required, Ph.D. preferred in Kinesiology or a related discipline
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching
• Evidence of ability to contribute to program development
• Experience or demonstrated ability to engage with community partners
• Applied experience in sport and performance science (e.g., high school, collegiate, club, semi-professional, or Olympic levels) is strongly preferred

The Department of Health & Kinesiology serves approximately 1,500 students across bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs and is committed to preparing future leaders and scholars in health, movement science, and human performance.

The University of Utah is a Carnegie R1 research institution located in Salt Lake City, a vibrant metropolitan area with exceptional access to outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and professional sports.

Applicants must apply online at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/199760

Please include the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages)
• List of three professional references (submit under “Applicant Document - Other”)

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026

Inquires may be sent to:
Dr. Tim Brusseau - Professor and Chair
Department of Health & Kinesiology
tim.brusseau@utah.edu
Tel: 801.587.7900

Dr. Peter Fino - Associate Professor and Search Committee Chair
Department of Health & Kinesiology
Peter.fino@utah.edu
Tel: 801.213.1363