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The Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology invites applications for a full time, 9-month, non-tenure track, Instructional Track (open-rank) faculty position in Exercise Science, for the academic year 2026-27, beginning August 19, 2026, renewable for a total of three years (2026-2029), and renewable in one-, two-, or three-year increments thereafter. Applications are sought from candidates with a demonstrated potential or established record of outstanding teaching in exercise science or kinesiology. Duties of this position include didactic teaching (80%) and service (20%). Possible courses to be taught include Applied Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise Testing and Prescription, and other courses within area of expertise. A minimum of a master's degree in a related discipline must be awarded by the start date in August 2026. The University of Iowa has a new policy governing the rights and responsibilities of Instructional Faculty (non-tenure track), including the addition of promotion criteria and ranks. For more information about The University of Iowa Instructional Faculty policy please see: https://provost.uiowa.edu/human-resources-administration/faculty-hr-administration/faculty-appointment. For more information on the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences policy on Instructional Faculty appointments and review please see: https://resource.clas.uiowa.edu/faculty-affairs/appointments-review/clas-ui-procedures-instructional-track-promotion. UNIVERSITY AND DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The University of Iowa is one of the nation's premier public research universities with 33,564 students from 114 countries and all 50 states. The Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology is a thriving program with multiple majors, minors, and focus areas. The department has shown significant growth over the past several years and is currently the largest department at the University of Iowa with 2500+ undergraduate students across six majors including Human Physiology, Exercise Science, Health Studies, Health Promotion, Sport and Recreation Management, and Therapeutic Recreation. To accommodate this growth, a new six-story, $249 million Health Science Academic Building that will house the Departments of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology; Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences; and Communication Sciences and Disorders, is scheduled to be completed in spring 2026. This new building will become a hub for innovative teaching and learning, community outreach and engagement, experiential education, and cutting-edge biomedical, clinical, and community health-related research. IOWA CITY COMMUNITY The University of Iowa has an enrollment of 32,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is known for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It is home to one of the state's largest academic medical centers, Big Ten Conference sports, and the pioneering Iowa Writers' Workshop. The University is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City in Eastern Iowa, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply, visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty/ and search for requisition #75849. Application must include 1) a letter of interest (~1 page), 2) a full curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching statement (1-2 pages) reflecting the applicant's teaching philosophy and highlighting experience fostering an welcoming and respectful learning environment, and 4) a document providing the names and contact information for three references who will only be contacted with permission of candidates at the finalist stage. WORK AUTHORIZATION INFORMATION If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation. MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. |
University of Iowa
Feb 03, 2026