We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation within Alberta (Nose Hill Métis District 5 and Elbow Métis District 6).
Description
The Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary invites applications for a full-time Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Teaching) position in Exercise Physiology.
The successful candidate will have a primary teaching focus in human exercise physiology, with a specialization in clinical exercise physiology. Joining a team of motivated exercise and health physiology faculty members, the successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in exercise physiology, which may include teaching in our professional course-based Master of Kinesiology program. The normal teaching load for an Assistant Professor (Teaching) in the Faculty of Kinesiology is 6 courses (at 3 credit units per course). Responsibilities include classroom, online and lab-based instruction; course coordination and curriculum development; student assessment, feedback, and mentorship; and the implementation of evidence-informed and innovative teaching practices. The rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) requires engagement in the research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy and curriculum design as well as engaging in other scholarly professional activities that strengthens and informs their knowledge base and expertise.
The appointment date for the successful candidate is anticipated to be July 2027.
The successful candidate will bring a record of achievement commensurate with appointment at an Assistant Professor level, including:
- A PhD in Kinesiology and/or related discipline (e.g., Sport Science, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Movement Science)
- Evidence of successful teaching in Exercise Physiology at the post-secondary level
- Track record of using active and experiential teaching approaches in the classroom, and demonstrated support of student learning inside and outside of the classroom
- Experience using online teaching methods including asynchronous teaching, as well as demonstrating the ability to integrate technology into lecture and laboratory sessions
- Experience with service at the postsecondary level, such as course coordination, lab supervision, undergraduate research, new course development, and committee work
- A plan for significant contributions to the Faculty of Kinesiology in high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate teaching, and service
- A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Experience in applied exercise physiology would be an asset
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification would be an asset
Interested individuals are asked to submit their application electronically, via the 'Apply Now' link on the UCalgary careers website: https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/18360333-assistant-professor-teaching-exercise-physiology
Complete applications will include:
- cover letter (2 pages maximum)
- statement identifying your contributions or potential contributions to advancing a culture of equity and inclusion (1 page maximum)
- teaching dossier including a statement of your teaching philosophy (a 1-page written summary and up to 9 additional pages of supplementary materials such as examples of course outlines, teaching effectiveness, etc.)
- curriculum vitae (no page limit)
- names of three references
Any questions regarding this position should be sent to the Senior Associate Dean, Dr. William Bridel at knes.sadean@ucalgary.ca. More information about the Faculty of Kinesiology can be found at our website: https://kinesiology.ucalgary.ca
The closing date for applications is November 18, 2026.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments (oicteam@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.
For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Kinesiology, click here.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.
