Jacob Layer
College of Health Sciences | Kinesiology and Health
Assistant Lecturer
Education
- Ph.D. Candidate Biomedical Sciences-Kinesiology, Minor in Statistics, University of Wyoming (Present)
- M.S. Kinesiology, University of Wyoming (2017)
- B.A. Exercise Science, Minor in Psychology, Capital University (Columbus, Ohio) (2015)
- Exercise Science Concentration, Columbus State Community College (2012)
Courses Taught
- PEAC 1001: Physical Activity and Your Health
- HLED 1006: Personal Health
- KIN 2040: Human Anatomy
- KIN 2041: Human Anatomy Lab
- KIN 3021: Physiology of Exercise
- KIN 3040: Teaching in Human Anatomy
- KIN 3042: Biomechanics of Human Movement
- KIN 4097: Mentoring in Human Anatomy
- KIN 4900: Applied Muscle Physiology and Related Signaling
Professional Experience
- 2022–Present:
- Assistant Lecturer - Division of Kinesiology & Health, University of Wyoming
- Lead Faculty Instructor for Undergraduate Human Anatomy
- Laboratory Administrator
- 2015–2022:
- Teaching Assistant - Division of Kinesiology & Health, University of Wyoming
- Research Assistant
- Laboratory Coordinator
- 2014–2015:
- Teaching Assistant - Department of Health and Sport Science, Capital University - Columbus, Ohio
- 2014–2015:
- Intern - Movement for Multiple Sclerosis, Columbus, OH
- Group Fitness Instructor
- 2012–2013:
- Strength and Conditioning Coach - The Spot Athletics, Columbus, OH
- Personal Trainer
- Group Fitness Instructor
- 2008–2012:
- Chief Scout - 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines, H&S Co United States Marine Corps
- Scout Sniper
- 2005–2008:
- Infantry Assaultman (Breacher / SMAW Gunner) - 1st Battalion, 24th Marines, Weapons Co. United States Marine Corps
Awards and Honors
- 2025: "TOP PROF" Award - The Cap and Gown Chapter of Mortar Board, University of Wyoming
- 2023: Fall Semester Featured LAMP Fellow - University of Wyoming Science Initiative, Learning Actively Mentoring Program
- 2017: Second Place in Student Oral Presentations - University of Wyoming, College of Health Sciences Grand Rounds, Biomechanical comparison of isometric back and belt squats
- 2012: Navy Achievement Medal - United States Marine Corps, Chief Scout - 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines, H&S Co., Scout Sniper Platoon
Grants & Funding
- Title: LAMP Educator Learning Community
- Funding Agency: UW Science Initiative, Learning Actively Mentoring Program
- Duration: 2024
- Amount: Travel Expenses to 2024 Original Lilly on College Teaching
- Type: Travel
- Title: LAMP Fellowship
- Funding Agency: UW Science Initiative, Learning Actively Mentoring Program
- Duration: 2023–2024
- Amount: $5000
- Type: Teaching
- Title: Biomechanics of the Belt and Back Squats
- Funding Agency: UW College of Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences Program
- Duration: Spring 2020
- Amount: $1,200
- Type: Research
- Title: Wyoming INBRE Graduate Assistance Fellowship
- Funding Agency: NIH NIGMS IDeA Program
- Duration: 2019–2021
- Amount: $64,328 in salary, plus tuition, fees, and insurance
- Type: Student Aid
- Title: Wyoming INBRE Graduate Assistance Fellowship
- Funding Agency: NIH NIGMS IDeA Program
- Duration: 2018 - 2019
- Amount: $26,200 in salary plus tuition, fees, and insurance
- Type: Student Aid
