Assistant/Associate Professor - Nutrition, Exercise & Health Science
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Posted on Dec 16, 2025
| Working Title | Assistant/Associate Professor - Nutrition, Exercise & Health Science |
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| Department | Nutrition & Health Sciences UNL-1041 |
| Requisition Number | F_250085 |
| Posting Open Date | 12/15/2025 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 01/16/2026 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | The Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences (NHS) in the College of Education and Human Sciences (CEHS) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in exercise physiology and exercise testing. This position carries an appointment of 50% research, 45% teaching, and 5% service. The successful candidate is expected to have, and continue to develop, a nationally recognized human research program in exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, or performance assessment. Responsibilities include:
The successful candidate will have access to shared research and instructional facilities equipped for assessing aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance-training responses in humans. To learn more about NHS, visit https://cehs.unl.edu/nhs/home/. To learn more about CEHS, visit https://cehs.unl.edu/. Department and University Environment The Department offers a dynamic and collaborative academic environment, serving approximately 1,000 undergraduate students and 60 graduate students. Faculty research is supported by NIH, USDA/NIFA, foundations, and industry partners, in close collaboration with the Office of Research and Innovation (https://research.unl.edu/). UNL offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. Additional information for dual-career couples is available at https://careers.unl.edu/dual-career-program/. Additional Information Electronic submissions are required. Review of applications will begin January 16, 2026, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. Initial interviews will be held virtually (e.g., via Zoom), with on-campus interviews for selected finalists. The anticipated start date is the beginning of the 2026–2027 academic year. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. |
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| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | |
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| How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this job,” complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative Information Form and attach the following documents:
Please combine the statements (items 4 and 5) into a single document and attach as “Other Document.” For additional questions, please contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Shinya Takahashi by email: stakahashi3@unl.edu |
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| Job Category | |
| Job Category (old) | Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
| If Temporary, indicate end date | |
| Planned Hire Date | August 2026 |
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| Organizational Location | Default Location |
