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Description
Adjunct Instructor of Exercise Science
Starting date: Fall 2026
Carroll University seeks to hire an Adjunct Instructor of Exercise Science
for the Fall 2026.
Course: ESC320L B | Exercise Testing and Prescription Laboratory
Time/Day(s): 2:00 pm-3:50 pm, T, on campus
Qualifications: Minimum of M.S. in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or a related field. PhD. or terminal degree in a related field will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with previous laboratory experience. Official transcripts due upon hire.
Course: ESC320L D | Exercise Testing and Prescription Laboratory
Time/Day(s): 2:00 pm-3:50 pm, R, on campus
Qualifications: Minimum of M.S. in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or a related field. PhD. or terminal degree in a related field will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with previous laboratory experience. Official transcripts due upon hire.
The Course: In this laboratory support class students are provided with the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to appropriately select, perform and interpret pre-participation screenings, pre-exercise evaluations, commonly used field and laboratory exercise tests, basics of exercise prescription, and metabolic assessment for apparently healthy populations across the lifespan.
The Program: The mission of the Exercise Science Program at Carroll University is to develop entry-level professionals who can perform a range of health/fitness assessments and prescribe evidence-based interventions across various populations and abilities. Students will possess strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills appropriate for multiple settings. The program will prepare students for professional certification exams (ACSM, NSCA) and postgraduate study in exercise science or other related disciplines.
The College: The College of Health Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs through seven departments: Athletic Training, Human Movement Sciences, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, and Public Health. The mission of the College of Health Sciences is to educate students to be innovative professionals who collaborate to serve the health needs of their communities. The College of Health Sciences currently accounts for ~60% of University enrollment. A dynamic and growing entity, College wide foci include interprofessional education and practice, the integrated approach to health, innovative learning and healthcare technologies, community partnerships and service to medically underserved populations. To support these initiatives the University has recently renovated a medical arts building to house and support its service learning and Community Health Service programs and partnered with the Waukesha Free Clinic at Carroll University. The College supports the interdisciplinary nature of health science education and has received federal and private foundation grant awards to support these, as well as program specific initiatives.
Carroll University: Founded in 1846, Carroll University is an independent, co-educational comprehensive university grounded in the liberal arts tradition. The Pioneer Core general education curriculum has a strong emphasis on developing intercultural awareness, including cross-cultural immersion experiences. Carroll University is located in suburban Waukesha, 16 miles west of Milwaukee and 60 miles east of Madison. The University serves approximately 3521 students. The University though intentionally ecumenical and non- sectarian in approach, is related to the Presbyterian Church, USA. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.
Application: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. As part of your application, please submit a cover letter, CV and examples of teaching effectiveness. If you have past course evaluations, please submit several that demonstrate your teaching effectiveness. In lieu of course evaluations, a letter from your current supervisor attesting to your skills in the classroom environment.
Carroll University is an Equal-Opportunity Employer
Requirements
As part of your application, please submit a cover letter, CV and examples of teaching effectiveness. If you have past course evaluations, please submit several that demonstrate your teaching effectiveness. In lieu of course evaluations, a letter from your current supervisor attesting to your skills in the classroom environment.
Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.
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