"Clinical Assistant Professor of Exercise Science – Renewable Contract"

Position Summary

Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University’s academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities.

Detailed Position Information

The exercise science faculty in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Alabama invite applications to fill a full-time, renewable contract (non-tenure track) position at the clinical assistant professor rank in exercise science to begin August 2026. There are currently 10 tenure track and 7 renewable contract faculty in this area. Enrollment in the Exercise Science concentration of the Kinesiology undergraduate major has increased considerably in recent years. Applicants are sought who can teach 4 classes per term and engage in service activities related to the departmental and college missions.

Responsibilities:

• Teach up to 8 classes during the academic year in exercise science or related areas
• Meet with prospective students and their families and attend events on campus aimed at prospective students
• Participate in professional organizations
• Participate in academic citizenship

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in exercise science, or related field
• Previous teaching experience in exercise science

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as ACSM-EP or NSCA CSCS

Instructions and Required Materials for Application

The review of applicants will begin immediately upon receipt and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered for the position, applicants must apply online at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. A letter of application; unofficial transcript(s) of all graduate level coursework; vita; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references are required to complete the online application process. Only completed applications will be considered. Starting Date: August 16, 2026. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Zacko Rightmire (zbrightmire@ua.edu).

Department/Organization

212801 - Kinesiology

Rank

Clinical Assistant Professor