Visiting Professor of Exercise Science The Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) at Norwich University invites applicants for a full-time visiting instructor/assistant professor for one year, starting in Fall 2026. Responsibilities include teaching in the Exercise Science and Health Science programs; depending on the candidate, there may also be opportunities for scholarship and/or institutional service including an interim position of Program Director of the CoAES-accredited Exercise Science program. The department is particularly interested in candidates with strong teaching records and/or experience conducting research with undergraduates. The successful candidate will have a passion for excellent teaching, with post-secondary level teaching experience preferred. All applicants must have demonstrated commitment to working with a student body that is diverse with respect to socio-economic status, culture, academic interests, and career paths. Willingness to work collaboratively with other faculty is essential. Norwich University is located in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont, only 20 minutes from the state capital, Montpelier, and three hours from Boston or Montreal. It is a private institution nestled in a rural setting with a campus size of 1,200 acres. Our excellent benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, group life, and disability insurances, flexible-spending accounts for health and dependent care, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, an employee assistance program, paid time off, use of the University pool and fitness center, and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members. Some employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program on their Federal Student Aid Direct Loan balance.
Requirements:
A doctorate in Exercise Science, Sport and Exercise Psychology or related field, is required for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor. ABD candidates will be considered for the position of Visiting Instructor. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to teach some or all of the following undergraduate courses: Nutrition, Introductory and Advanced Exercise and Sport Psychology, Research Methods, and various introductory level courses such as Scientific Foundations of Health and Wellness. Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship.
