What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor - College for Health, Community and Policy, Kinesiology position at The University of Texas at San Antonio?
Position Information
Position Information
Assistant Professor
The University of Texas at San Antonio, College for Health, Community and Policy, Department of Kinesiology invites applications for a full-time Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Kinesiology with expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), data science, sports technology, robotics, or other areas of technology.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Mag azine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
College
College for Health, Community and Policy
UT San Antonio’s College for Health, Community and Policy trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio and other key community partners, students and faculty live the college's mission to advance human health every day. The college is comprised of seven academic departments and one program —criminology and criminal justice, kinesiology, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, public administration, public health, social work, and sociology and demography —as well as the Center for Community Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research, and the Institute for Health Disparities Research. HCAP includes nearly 200 faculty and 6,500 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Visit the College for Health, Community and Policy website to learn more.
Department
Department of Kinesiology
The Department of Kinesiology has 12 tenured/tenure-track and 5 full-time fixed-term track teaching faculty. The department offers both bachelor's and master's degrees designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in various fields in Kinesiology. The programs are grounded in research, ensuring students receive a comprehensive education based on the latest scientific findings. The department features numerous research laboratories and students are provided the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art teaching labs, gaining hands-on experience that is critical for their professional development. https://hcap.utsa.edu/kinesiology/
Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will establish an active, interdisciplinary research program that secures external grant funding from federal or state agencies, private funding sources, or associations, while fostering collaborations within and outside Kinesiology, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, and Health Sciences. They may be asked to develop and teach a new course in AI or data science in Kinesiology and provide instructional support for existing Kinesiology curriculum including but not limited to Statistics, Evaluation, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, or Strength and Conditioning. This position will be provided the resources, mentorship, and infrastructure aligned with a tenure-track Assistant Professor role.
Qualifications
To apply, a pplicants should submit their application packages to the Talent Acquisition System at UT San Antonio: https://www.utsa.edu/hr/employment/
Application packages must contain the following information:
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted until the positon is filled.
For further information, please contact Dr. Se-Wong Park, Faculty Search Committee Chairperson, at sewoong.park@utsa.edu .
Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents' approval.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
Position Information
Assistant Professor
The University of Texas at San Antonio, College for Health, Community and Policy, Department of Kinesiology invites applications for a full-time Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Kinesiology with expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), data science, sports technology, robotics, or other areas of technology.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Mag azine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
College
College for Health, Community and Policy
UT San Antonio’s College for Health, Community and Policy trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio and other key community partners, students and faculty live the college's mission to advance human health every day. The college is comprised of seven academic departments and one program —criminology and criminal justice, kinesiology, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, public administration, public health, social work, and sociology and demography —as well as the Center for Community Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research, and the Institute for Health Disparities Research. HCAP includes nearly 200 faculty and 6,500 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Visit the College for Health, Community and Policy website to learn more.
Department
Department of Kinesiology
The Department of Kinesiology has 12 tenured/tenure-track and 5 full-time fixed-term track teaching faculty. The department offers both bachelor's and master's degrees designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in various fields in Kinesiology. The programs are grounded in research, ensuring students receive a comprehensive education based on the latest scientific findings. The department features numerous research laboratories and students are provided the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art teaching labs, gaining hands-on experience that is critical for their professional development. https://hcap.utsa.edu/kinesiology/
Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will establish an active, interdisciplinary research program that secures external grant funding from federal or state agencies, private funding sources, or associations, while fostering collaborations within and outside Kinesiology, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, and Health Sciences. They may be asked to develop and teach a new course in AI or data science in Kinesiology and provide instructional support for existing Kinesiology curriculum including but not limited to Statistics, Evaluation, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, or Strength and Conditioning. This position will be provided the resources, mentorship, and infrastructure aligned with a tenure-track Assistant Professor role.
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Kinesiology or a closely related field by the time of appointment. ABD candidates will be considered
- Competencies in applying emerging technologies, such as AI, data science, sports technology, and/or robotics to the their own Kinesiology research.
- Excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching in Kinesiology or evidence of teaching ability.
- This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
- An excellent scholarship record or strong potential for securing external funding from federal agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DoD) and private industry foundations.
- Teaching credentials with specific capability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, such as Statistics, Evaluation, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Strength and Conditioning and a newly developed course in AI and data science in Kinesiology.
- Applicants who hold relevant professional certifications, such as ACSM Exercise Physiologist, NSCA CSCS, ATC or other relevant certifications are highly encouraged to apply.
To apply, a pplicants should submit their application packages to the Talent Acquisition System at UT San Antonio: https://www.utsa.edu/hr/employment/
Application packages must contain the following information:
- Cover letter that highlights the applicant’s research competency in Kinesiology with regard to the use of AI, data science, sports technology, robotics, and/or other relevant technology.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references.
- A research statement (2-page limit).
- A teaching statement (2-page limit).
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted until the positon is filled.
For further information, please contact Dr. Se-Wong Park, Faculty Search Committee Chairperson, at sewoong.park@utsa.edu .
Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents' approval.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.