The Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at The University of Texas at Austin invites qualified applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Biomechanics and Neurorehabilitation. We are seeking a highly productive scholar with expertise in biomechanical and neuromuscular mechanisms of human movement and their role in preventing the onset, progression, or recurrence of adverse health and behavioral outcomes. The Biomechanics and Neurorehabilitation area of our department combines the traditional fields of biomechanics; motor development, motor control, and learning; and cognitive and neuromuscular function. This program examines multidisciplinary aspects of how people move in a variety of settings, including clinical applications, elite performance, and typical changes related to development and aging. The ultimate goal of our work in this area is to generate research which can translate into the improvement of clinical and functional outcomes for people across different stages of life.
Our ideal candidate will have a prevention-oriented research agenda that uses biomechanics and/or neuromuscular control to examine mechanisms related to adverse health and behavioral outcomes or develops interventions targeting these mechanisms and pathways to improve health and behavioral outcomes. Integral to program areas in Kinesiology and Health Education and throughout the college, the candidate will build interdisciplinary collaborations linking biomechanics and neuromuscular control with behavioral, clinical, community, or public health prevention frameworks.
We expect the successful candidate to have a strong publication record and to demonstrate a record of, or potential for, securing external grants to support their research. In addition, the successful candidate will show potential to be an excellent mentor and will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching coursework in their areas of expertise and within biomechanics, movement science, and other biomechanics and neurorehabilitation sub-disciplinary areas.
We seek an individual who is committed to contributing as a faculty member, researcher, and through service to our academic community. Our department is currently ranked #6 by the National Academy of Kinesiology, and we are located within the College of Education, recently ranked #6 by U.S. News & World Report. Our department is currently home to more than 2,000 undergraduates and almost 300 master's and doctoral students.
Established in 1891, the College of Education at UT Austin consistently ranks among the nation's top public colleges of education. It is home to approximately 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students and more than 300 faculty. In addition to its longstanding commitment to academic excellence, the college has an extraordinary record of advancing innovation, opportunity, health and well-being, and educational improvement through research, teaching, and public engagement. With annual research expenditures totaling ~$60 million, the college generates knowledge with direct relevance for schools, communities, health systems, and government agencies across Texas and beyond. We also contribute to the state through the preparation of educators and health professionals and through a large network of external partnerships.
Over the past five years, the college has expanded its academic programs and enrollment. The college serves students from major metropolitan areas, smaller cities, rural regions, and border communities in Texas, while also welcoming students from other states and countries. Our students' diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen the college's mission to prepare educators, professionals, researchers, and leaders who can address pressing educational and community needs.
The University of Texas at Austin is the state's leading research university, with approximately $1.3 billion in annual research expenditures and a total enrollment of more than 55,000 students. As a member of the Association of American Universities, UT Austin provides a robust ecosystem for interdisciplinary research through partnerships with Dell Medical School, the School of Social Work, and many other academic and research units on campus.
The campus is situated in Austin, one of the nation's most dynamic and fastest-growing cities, and it is in a state that offers outstanding opportunities for scholarly inquiry. Texas is home to more than 10% of the nation's PK-12 student population, and approximately 30% of Texas students speak a home language other than English, collectively representing more than 100 languages. Texas has also experienced significant growth in its healthcare, sports, and education sectors. Together, the scale and complexity of Texas, the dynamism of Austin, and the research strength of UT Austin offer an exceptional environment for scholars seeking to advance knowledge and improve lives.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in biomechanics, kinesiology, physiology, exercise physiology, or related scientific discipline earned by July 31, 2027
- Record of, or potential for, research excellence as demonstrated by refereed publications, extramural funding, and evidence of professional service
- Experience or capacity to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please provide all requested materials by October 15, 2026.
Applicants should upload the following items to the Interfolio system:
- Cover Letter with contact information
- Full C.V.
- Research Statement that includes research accomplishments and future research direction
- Teaching and Mentoring Statement that describes specific methods used to ensure effective student mentoring and a classroom environment that is welcoming, engaging, and supportive of student learning and success.
- Up to three representative publications
- A list of three references with contact information. Letters are not required at the time of application.
For additional information about the department, visit our website https://education.utexas.edu/departments/kinesiology-health-education/
For questions regarding the application process, please contact Isabella Miluzzo at isabella.miluzzo@austin.utexas.edu.
Questions about the position can be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Hao Hsiao, at HHsiao@austin.utexas.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
