INSTRUCTOR - HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SKILLS

TheDepartment of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology (HSHP)atThe University of Iowainvites applications for two Instructor positions in the Health and Physical Activity Skills (HPAS) program. Duties of this positions include teaching a variety of wellness courses and teaching specific skills for enhancing health and well-being (examples include intro to health and wellness, stress management, basic first aid and CPR, intuitive eating); developing and revising curriculum for Health and Physical Activity Skills (HPAS) courses, and potentially developing new HPAS courses. Existing courses in the HPAS program include:

• HPAS:1001 - Alcohol and Your College Experience
• HPAS:1002 - Vaping and Tobacco Use in Your College Experience
• HPAS:1004 - Food and Your College Experience
• HPAS:1006 - Intuitive Eating
• HPAS:1008 - Basic First Aid and CPR
• HPAS:1150 - Introduction to Health and Wellness
• HPAS:1210 - Stress Management

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Questions about this opportunity can be directed to Megan Lewey, search committee chair, at megan-lewey@iowa.edu or Dr. Gary Pierce at gary-pierce@uiowa.edu, HSHP department chair. Questions about the application process can be directed to Justin Kahler, HSHP Department Administrator at justin-kahler@uiowa.edu. To apply for this position, visit The University of Iowa's jobs website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition #75710. Application must include: 1) a brief letter of interest (1-2 pages), 2) resume or curriculum vitae, 3) teaching statement or philosophy, and 4) names and contact information of 3 individuals who can provide letters of recommendation if asked by search committee. Review of applications will begin September 30, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Successful candidates will be required to disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, along with a related release. Successful candidates will also be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

• Minimum of a BA/BS degree in Health Promotion, Health and Human Physiology, or related field.

• Instructional experience in wellness practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Master's degree in a related area, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, certifications, and work experience.
• Higher education teaching experience in wellness and health practices, including online teaching.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain before the start of classes.

To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.