CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02301985

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides a world-class, affordable education to 24,000 students from 87 countries. As one of the nation’s top research universities, UWM partners with leading companies in Wisconsin and beyond to advance knowledge, bring new discoveries to market, and prepare students for work in a global economy. At UWM, we are committed to attracting, retaining, and growing a truly multicultural team that accurately reflects the experiences and perspectives of our students and communities. We take pride in being dedicated to diversity in student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Join our UWM family where your talents and expertise are recognized, valued, and contribute to greater pathways of success in both your career and life.
The College of Health Sciences offers pre-professional, professional, and research-focused degrees through its five academic departments: Biomedical Sciences, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Health Informatics & Administration, Kinesiology, and Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology. The College of Health Sciences with the College of Nursing, the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, and the Joseph J. Zilber School of Public Health have formed Partners for Health, a research and inter-professional collaborative.
The UWM Department of Kinesiology engages in the generation, dissemination, integration, and application of knowledge specific to human movement. Academic programs within the department include BS Kinesiology, MS Kinesiology, PhD Kinesiology, and accelerated BS Kinesiology-MS Athletic Training degrees. The department partners with other academic units on campus to offer Certificates in Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches and Applied Gerontology at the undergraduate level and Interprofessional Public and Population Health at the graduate level.
Sport & Recreation offers 80+ courses (470+ sections a year) to enhance students’ academic work by increasing physical activity, providing creative outlets, and reducing stress. 60+ professional instructors teach wellness, fitness, outdoor adventure, sports, creative/cooking, and more at on-campus & off campus locations. Students register for courses in PAWS & earn general elective credit(s).
For more information, please see https://uwm.edu/healthsciences/sport-recreation/.

Job Summary
This 12-month, non-tenure Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology will devote approximately half-time to teaching courses in the Kinesiology academic programs, and approximately half-time serving as the director of the Department of Kinesiology Physical Activity and Well-being Courses (currently known as Sport & Recreation).

For teaching in the Department of Kinesiology academic programs, the applicant will teach undergraduate courses in their areas of expertise. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, exercise testing, and exercise prescription. Experiences teaching face-to-face and online classes; delivering laboratory-based, experiential learning classes; internship supervision; and creating inclusive learning environments for a diverse student body are desirable. On occasion, the applicant may teach graduate courses in their area of expertise.

For directing the Department of Kinesiology Physical Activity and Well-being Courses, the applicant will be responsible for providing leadership to and oversight of a vibrant, high-enrolling collection of physical activity and well-being for-credit course offerings that serve students across campus. The applicant will be responsible for course selection/development; instructor hiring, training, and supervision (and completion of evaluations); coordination of marketing, enrollment, and delivery of academic for-credit classes; and collaborating with University Recreation, Registrar's Office, and off-campus facilities to manage space assignments.

For service to UWM and the profession, the applicant will work collaboratively within and outside of the Department, College, and Campus. UWM service includes attending Department and College meetings, as well as serving on college and campus committees. Participation in professional service, such as maintenance of certifications and attending conferences, is expected.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or closely related discipline.
• Previous college teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in supervision and/or mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or closely related disciplines (ABD considered).
• Previous management experience directing a college-level sport, recreation and physical activity program or similar leadership position(s).
• Successful record in managing a team.
• Expertise in exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, exercise testing, and exercise prescription.
• Ability and vision to develop and grow physical activity and well-being programming and increase connection to Kinesiology academic programs.
• Professional certifications, such as NSCA CSCS, ACSM-EP/CEP, ACE CPT/MES.
• Experience working with students, staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.

Application Instructions
This is a continuous recruitment with an updated initial review date of May 9, 2022. Candidates applying after the initial date of review may not be reviewed. For guaranteed consideration, please apply by May 8, 2022. All applicants will be required to apply online. Applicants should submit electronically:

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching philosophy.
• Vision statement for your ability to develop, grow and manage a collection of Physical Activity and Well-being Program in connection with Kinesiology’s academic programs (*writing sample).
• Contact information for three professional references (name, address, phone, email).

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Apply electronically at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/33967 following the instructions above. Questions about this position should be directed to Amanda Grober at aagrober@uwm.edu.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

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UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Title and Total Compensation Project

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/34183


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