Visiting Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science

Transylvania University ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).), a top-tier, independent, residential liberal arts college in Lexington, Kentucky, invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science. This is a full-time, one-year, non-tenure-track position, teaching in‑person classes, beginning August 27, 2026. Transylvania University recognizes that a diverse and inclusive community is essential to the fulfillment of our mission as a liberal arts institution.

To that end, we seek to attract a diverse faculty skilled in the scholarship of teaching, research, and mentorship of students from a variety of backgrounds.

The Health and Exercise Science program is an exclusively undergraduate program that emphasizes innovative, hands‑on teaching in small class settings. The teaching load consists of three courses per term, plus one short-term course in May (3-3-1). We require someone with expertise in health/wellness and human anatomy and physiology to teach multiple sections of HES 1114 – Health and Wellness (a required general education course) and HES 2104 – Anatomy and Physiology II (a required course in the health and exercise science major) across the academic year.

A Master’s or Ph.D. with some teaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred. All specializations related to health, exercise science, biology, or other related disciplines are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to those with expertise in human anatomy and physiology.

To begin the application process, please submit a cover letter and one PDF that contains all of the following: your curriculum vitae, your unofficial graduate transcripts, and a statement of teaching philosophy. In your cover letter, please identify your strengths and experiences in creating an inclusive academic community. If you are selected to move forward in the application process, you will be asked to provide official graduate transcripts and letters of recommendation at a later date.

Please send questions specific to this search to Professor JJ Wallace, iew of applications will take place on a rolling basis and will continue until an appointment is made.

Transylvania University is ranked in the top 15 percent of the nation’s four‑year colleges by the Princeton Review, which cites its community‑driven, personalized approach to a liberal arts education through 49 majors and 40 minors. Founded in 1780, it is the 16th oldest institution of higher learning in the country, with approximately 1,000 students.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the university community. In support of this goal, we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.