Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, Nutrition and Human Performance

University of Arizona

life insurance, vision insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Sep 23, 2025

Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, Nutrition and Human Performance
Posting Number	req23960
Department	Nutritional Sci Wellness - RES
Department Website Link	School of Nutritional Sciences & Wel
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The mission of the School of Nutritional Sciences & Wellness (NSW), College of Agriculture, Environmental, and Life Sciences at the University of Arizona, is to lead in providing cutting-edge research, outstanding Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, and Cooperative Extension activities that advance the discovery and translation of the roles of nutrition and physical activity in optimizing health and wellness for people in Arizona, the nation, and the world. NSW takes a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach in discovering, integrating, extending, and applying knowledge of nutritional and exercise science to promote optimal health, wellness, and wellbeing, and to prevent and to treat chronic diseases including cancers, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and musculoskeletal disorders. NSW is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice to teach primarily in our Nutrition and Human Performance degree program beginning in Spring 2026. Applicants should have a broad knowledge of physical activity and wellness with an emphasis in exercise science and application at an undergraduate level. This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work- life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in person and online. Teaching may include, but is not limited to, the following courses: Exercise Prescription & Metabolic Testing Lecture (NSC 406R) Exercise Prescription & Metabolic Testing Lab (NSC 406L) Assessment and Regulation of Human Body Composition Lab (NSC 445L Assessment and Regulation of Human Body Composition (NSC 445R) Introduction to Nutrition & Human Performance (NSC 306) Nutrition, Physical Activity, & Health promotion (NSC 320) MythBusters: Physical Activity and Disease Prevention (NSC 106) Develop syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and assessments aligned with course objectives and program outcomes. Participate in curriculum review and development to enhance program quality and meet program standards. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field through professional development and incorporate current research and practices into teaching. Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, career opportunities, internships, and graduate education. Collaborate with colleagues, and campus and community partners. Contribute to departmental, college, and university service, including committee work and program assessment. Additional instruction and service duties may be assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Commitment to student-centered learning and academic excellence.
Minimum Qualifications	Masters degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Exercise physiologist, strength and conditioning coach, or similar certifications from organizations like the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) AND/OR Professional experience in exercise or sport science, metabolic testing, strength and conditioning, data science.
Preferred Qualifications
Rank	To be Determined
Tenure Information	Career-Track (CT)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	DOE
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	10/1/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Dr. Veronica Mullins vamullins@arizona.edu
Open Date	9/23/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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