Assistant/Associate Professor (Lecturer) - Lecturer Track
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
About the Department
The Department of Health & Kinesiology at the University of Utah serves approximately 1,500 students across bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. We are committed to preparing future leaders and scholars in health, movement science, and human performance. As a Carnegie R1 research institution, the University is located in Salt Lake City, a vibrant metropolitan area offering exceptional access to outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and professional sports.
About the Role
We are seeking a 0.75 FTE Career-Line (non-tenure) faculty member to join our team as an Assistant or Associate Professor (Lecturer) with expertise in Sports Science and Human Performance. This is a long-term, renewable position within the University's Career-Line faculty structure, offering the potential for multi-year contracts.
The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, program development, and community engagement in a dynamic and growing academic environment. You will teach courses in areas such as biomechanics, wearable devices, motor control, exercise physiology, and other movement sciences. Beyond the classroom, you will play a significant role in developing emerging undergraduate and graduate programs in Sport and Performance Science, including curriculum development and overseeing experiential learning opportunities.
A key component of this role involves collaborating with community and industry partners—including Utah Athletics, professional sport organizations, Olympic national governing bodies, and industry leaders—to align curriculum, applied learning, and research initiatives in biomechanics and human performance.
Hiring Process
Applicants must apply online at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/199760. Please include the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages)
- List of three professional references (submit under "Applicant Document – Other")
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.
For inquiries, please contact Dr. Tim Brusseau (Professor and Chair) or Dr. Peter Fino (Associate Professor and Search Committee Chair) via email or phone.
Our Culture
University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. We value candidates who are committed to fostering a culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
Work location
Work model: On-site
418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
Murray, Utah
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleTeach courses in sports science and human performance including biomechanics and exercise physiology
- check_circleContribute to program development for emerging undergraduate and graduate programs in Sport and Performance Science
- check_circleCollaborate with community and industry partners to align curriculum and research initiatives
- check_circleSupport applied learning and research initiatives in biomechanics and human performance
- check_circleDevelop curriculum and oversee experiential learning opportunities for students
Requirements
- verifiedMaster's degree required, Ph.D. preferred in Kinesiology or related discipline
- verifiedApplied experience in sport and performance science strongly preferred
Nice to Have
Ph.D. in Kinesiology or a related discipline. Applied experience in sport and performance science (e.g., high school, collegiate, club, semi-professional, or Olympic levels).
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Biomechanics, Wearable Devices, Motor Control, Exercise Physiology, Curriculum Development.
Education: Master's degree required in Kinesiology or related discipline; Ph.D. preferred in Kinesiology or related discipline.
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The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a major research institution and the state’s oldest and largest university. It provides more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to over 28,000 students, supporting academic and professional growth across diverse fields. As a key player in Higher Education, the university serves Utah’s educational and economic landscape, employing thousands across its campus and research initiatives. Nationally recognized for its research contributions, the University of Utah has hosted significant events, including the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, where it managed the Olympic Village and supported opening and closing ceremonies. Committed to innovation and community impact, the institution balances academic excellence with regional engagement, reflecting its role as a cornerstone of public education in the Rocky Mountain West.
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