Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/27/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit all the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A research statement describing prior, current, and future research activities (2 pages maximum)
• A statement describing teaching and mentoring philosophy, approaches, and experience (2 pages maximum)
• The contact information for three references. Letters will only be requested for finalists via the UGA application system. Finalists will be unable to schedule an on-campus interview until all three letters of reference have been received.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Mike Schmidt, at schmidtm@uga.edu.

Applications received by November 28, 2025 are assured of full consideration.
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Exercise Physiology or an appropriate related field

Position Summary
The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Exercise Physiology to begin on August 1, 2026. We are seeking the highest quality scholar in the area of Exercise Physiology with a research agenda focused on the physiological implications of physical activity/inactivity, aging, chronic disease, and/or disability. The ideal candidate's research program will build upon current strengths within the department along with centers and initiatives across the university, including the Obesity Research Initiative, the Cognitive Aging Research and Education (CARE) Center, the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center, Precision One Health, Owens Institute for Behavioral Research, and the new College of Medicine.

Responsibilities:

• Establish an independent, nationally recognized research program based on impactful publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals
• Pursue external funding from federal agencies, foundations, or other relevant sources to support a sustained research program
• Provide effective undergraduate and graduate teaching in Exercise Science
• Provide effective student mentoring, including in support of theses and dissertations
• Provide service activities that benefit the Kinesiology department, the University, the profession, and the public at large

This position is contingent on the continued availability of funding.
Additional Requirements

• Evidence of strong potential to secure external funding

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• At least 2 years of either postdoctoral research or academic faculty experience
• Evidence of university teaching and mentoring

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to publish in high-quality scientific journals
• History of obtaining funding to support research
• Preference will be given to candidates with a focus on physical activity/inactivity in the context of cardiometabolic, neurovascular, and/or cerebrovascular health.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, nationally recognized research program based on impactful publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals
• Pursue external funding from federal agencies, foundations, or other relevant sources to support a sustained research program
• Provide effective undergraduate and graduate teaching in Exercise Science
• Provide effective student mentoring, including in support of theses and dissertations
• Provide service activities that benefit the Kinesiology department, the University, the profession, and the public at large

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
5. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents