Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Regular Title Series

Job Title
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Regular Title Series


Requisition Number
FE04613


Working Title
KHP-Exercise Science


Department Name
8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Type of Position
Faculty


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Tenure Track Status
Tenure Track


Required Education

PhD or equivalent in the field of Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.



Required Related Experience

n/a



Required License/Registration/Certification

CSCS certification preferred



Job Summary

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Exercise Science, Regular Title Series, tenure-eligible. This is a 9-month appointment, effective August 16, 2026.



The selected candidate will be expected to be actively committed to our departmental vision and mission by pursuing excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, and service. Successful candidates will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate exercise science courses, with faculty in this position typically expected to teach a 2-2 course load.


Responsibilities include the following:

• Teach 2 courses each semester (fall and spring), such as undergraduate courses in Nutrition and Physical Fitness, Strength and Conditioning for Sports, Physiology of Exercise, Introduction to Tests and Measurements, Introduction to Exercise Testing and Prescription, Practicum in Kinesiology and Health Promotion, or other exercise science/exercise physiology courses as assigned. Possible graduate courses might include Advanced Exercise Physiology, or other graduate courses as assigned;
• Provide support for the undergraduate exercise science and strength and conditioning major and minor programs;
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda involving human subjects, showcasing a strong record of academic scholarship as demonstrated by an independent research trajectory, peer-reviewed research publications, and presentations;
• Advise and mentor master’s and doctoral students in the exercise science program;
• Seek extramural research funding; and
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.

Interested applicants should submit an application at www.uky.edu/ukjobs and include the following materials:

• a curriculum vita – upload under Curriculum Vita;
• a detailed cover letter, noting academic credentials and professional experience related to the responsibilities for this position – upload under Cover Letter;
• astatement on teaching that includes reflections on candidate’s experiences teaching, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and copies of student evaluations of the candidate’s teaching, if available – upload under Specific Request 1;
• a statement on research describing the candidate’s research interests and areas of expertise, dissemination of research, and current/potential funding agencies- upload under Specific Request 2;
• names and contact information for three professional references – upload under Specific Request 3. References will be contacted to upload a letter, once finalists have been selected.
• writing samples – up to three representative publications – upload under Writing Sample;
• unofficial academic transcripts — upload under Transcripts (official transcriptsrequired upon hire).

Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with comprehensive rewards, focusing on your total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.


Questions regarding the position or application materials may be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Haley Bergstrom (hbergstrom@uky.edu).



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

1. An earned doctorate in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or a related field before the employment start date;

2. A commitment to, and record of, successful college or university teaching excellence in areas related to exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or a related field;

3. A strong record of academic scholarship as demonstrated by peer-reviewed research publications and the ability to actively pursue extramural research funding;

4. A commitment to, and experience in, mentoring student research and career development;

5. Potential for, or history of, active service participation and/or leadership roles in campus, community, and professional organizations; and

6. The successful candidate must be able to work collegially and effectively with faculty, staff, and students.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Successful teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level; experience teaching courses with lab-based skills and content; and a strong interdisciplinary and collaborative research record.



Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.