DEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY RECREATION & SPORT STUDIES
Dr Chad Wagoner is seeking a highly motivated doctoral student for Fall 2026 in the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies (KRSS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Wagoner is the co-director of the Collaborative innovation for Research in Community-Based Lifestyle Engagement (CIRCLE) lab. The CIRCLE lab conducts community-engaged physical activity, nutrition, and public health research in partnership with River Valley Health (RVH), a community-based primary care organization in Eastern Tennessee.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Applicant and Assistantship Information
- Application portal is currently open
- Applications accepted until January 1, 2026
- Check Graduate School and KRSS websites for application requirementsUniversity of Tennessee, Knoxville Assistantship Benefits
- Tuition and mandatory fee waiver
- Monthly stipend
- Health insurance
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Responsibilities
Teaching in Physical Education Activity Program or undergraduate classes
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Assistantship Renewal
- PhD Assistantships in Physical Activity Epidemiology and/or Exercise Physiology renewable for up to 4 years
- Based on adequate student academic progress and meeting position expectationsUniversity of Tennessee, Knoxville Applicant Qualifications
Applicants need a Master’s degree in kinesiology or a related field with a GPA meeting program standards. Desired qualifications include research experience in exercise physiology or related areas, teaching experience, and skills like time management and analytical thinking. Applicants should be motivated and able to work in an interdisciplinary environment. Contact Dr. Wagoner (cwagone2@utk.edu) for a meeting before applying.
