Assistant Professor

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Job Description:

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Kinesiology and Athletic Training seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physical Education position, starting in August 2026. We are seeking professionals committed to the academic and professional preparation of Physical Education teaching majors.

Primary responsibilities include teaching physical education pedagogy courses such as 'Assessment in Physical Education', 'Adapted Physical Education', 'Elementary Methods in Physical Education', and 'Secondary Methods and Curriculum in Physical Education' at the undergraduate levels; conducting research and engaging in scholarly activities; supervising undergraduate and graduate research projects; and participating in professional service. For more information on the Department of Kinesiology and Athletic Training visit

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Physical Education or a closely related field (ABD will be considered); demonstrated ability to teach physical education pedagogy classes; demonstrated record of effective teaching; and demonstrated ability to conduct research and publish manuscripts required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to teach Adapted Physical Education courses; ability to teach graduate courses in our online graduate program in physical education; and prior university-level teaching experience preferred.

For more information, please contact Dr. Mick Mack, Search Committee Chair, at or e-mail at Pre-employment background checks required.

Application Instructions: 

All application materials received by February 9, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Curriculum Vita
2) Cover letter addressing qualifications

3) Statement of teaching philosophy and research agenda

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