Assistant Teaching Professor or Professor of the Practice of Exercise Science, D

Description WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY. The Department of Health and Exercise Science invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position as Assistant Teaching Professor or Professor of the Practice of Exercise Science, effective July 1, 2026. Qualifications : Candidates should possess a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related discipline; ABD candidates are invited to apply. We seek candidates with previous experience teaching undergraduates in the designated courses, and who have a strong commitment to engaging students both in and out of the classroom. Qualified applicants will demonstrate their ability to teach courses, advise department majors, mentor undergraduate students, and contribute to an academic environment that fosters learning and growth for all its stakeholders. Position Summary : The Department of Health and Exercise Science at Wake Forest University invites applicants for a full-time non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor/Professor of Practice position to begin July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will teach a variety of Health and Exercise Science courses including human physiology, exercise physiology, and assessment techniques in health and exercise science, along with the laboratories that accompany these classes. We seek an individual with a commitment to excellence in teaching and a desire to mentor students. The successful candidate will: have a teaching load equivalent to six 3 credit courses each year; serve the department through academic advising and mentoring of undergraduate students; and, participate in departmental, college, and university service. Skillful teaching is a key responsibility. Depending on the candidate's expertise, other teaching opportunities may be available at the undergraduate level. Teaching Professor/Professor of Practice faculty at Wake Forest are eligible for all the same professional rights and resources afforded tenure-track faculty, such as professional development support, departmental and college travel funds, and course release. This position is eligible for renewal and promotion with progressively longer-term contracts. Application Instructions : Interested applicants are invited to submit the following materials: a cover letter that outlines interest in and qualifications for the position; a CV; a statement that describes the applicant's approach to teaching and advising students across a wide and varied spectrum of values, identities, skills, and professional ambitions, as well as their experience leading undergraduate courses and any future teaching interests. Copies of graduate transcripts, letters of recommendations, and evidence of teaching experience may be requested as applicants advance in the search process.

Additional Information : The interdisciplinary mission of the Department of Health and Exercise Science at Wake Forest University is to advance the understanding of health and the prevention/treatment of chronic disease and physical disability. The department has 9 tenure-track faculty and 7 teaching professionals. Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. Equal Opportunity Statement : The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. Accommodations for Applicants : If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.

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