Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor (Exercise Physiology / Exercise Testing & Prescription)

Department :

Exercise and Sport Science - 318600

Posting Open Date : 10 / 20 / 2025

Application Deadline :

11 / 18 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Position Type : Permanent Faculty

Working Title :

Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor (Exercise Physiology / Exercise Testing & Prescription)

Appointment Type : Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID : FAC0005699

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

FTE : Position Location :

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range :

Commensurate with experience

Proposed Start Date :

07 / 01 / 2026

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The Department of Exercise and Sport Science (exss.unc.edu) supports an undergraduate program of over 1,300 undergraduate majors with three specialization areas (Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness Professional, Sport Administration) and nearly 300 minors; a Master of Arts graduate program enrolling ~60 students also with three specializations (Exercise Physiology, Sport Administration, and Kinesiology); and a doctoral program in Human Movement Science in partnership with the UNC-CH School of Medicine (hmsc.unc.edu). The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) is to discover, create and promote knowledge of human movement to improve the quality of life of individuals and society. The mission of EXSS is further enhanced through interdisciplinary cooperation and departmental faculty securing competitive extramural funding in the form of contracts and grants. These endeavors enable the department to advance knowledge and thus serve the state and nation.

The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes : 37 full-time faculty, 9 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 10 emeritus faculty, 36 full-time EXSS staff members, and 18 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.

Position Summary : Responsibilities :

• Teach three undergraduate classes per semester (9 credits) related to exercise physiology and exercise testing / prescription.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies to teach a wide range of learners and address evolving classroom needs.
• Work with college students outside the classroom setting (e.g., mentoring, advising, supervising, internships, Honors thesis, student-focused professional development, networking, or career advising).
• Participate in departmental and university service and governance function
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department
• Contribute positively to the departmental culture of collegiality

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions :

Candidates should upload 1) a curriculum vitae, 2) a cover letter of application, 3) a list of three references including names, titles, phone number, and email addresses, and 4) a formal teaching philosophy document detailing the information requested below.

In addition to describing your beliefs and approach to teaching, the teaching philosophy document should include : 1) a list of the candidate’s college teaching experiences as the instructor of record, indicating course title, number of semesters taught, average enrollment size, teaching mode (e.g., in person), and the most recent teaching evaluation score for overall instructor effectiveness or overall teaching quality; 2) indicate which courses primarily relate to exercise physiology and exercise testing / prescription, and 3) examples of how the candidate uses a variety of teaching strategies to reach a wide range of learners and addresses evolving classroom needs.

For additional information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Alain Aguilar, Search Committee Chair, at alaguila@email.unc.edu .

Deadline : Priority review of applications will begin on November 19, 2025 , and may continue until the position is filled.