Assistant Professor of Strength and Conditioning

Assistant Professor of Strength and Conditioning The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Kinesiology, with an appointment to begin in Fall 2026. California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is an equal opportunity employer and a minority-serving institution, with a Hispanic-Serving Institution designation. CSUF earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024, joining a distinguished group of colleges and universities recognized for their commitment to the success of Latine/x students. Our 45,000 Titans, including international students, study in 122 dynamic degree programs. CSUF is firmly committed to student success by equipping students to achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. We are seeking to recruit and retain faculty who can teach and mentor our students to achieve their academic and career goals while advancing the University's strategic plan objectives. CSUF strives to retain all faculty by providing resources to build meaningful connections and community within and across disciplines. The campus community is designed to foster an inclusive environment that enables students, staff, administrators, and faculty to thrive. CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, centers, labs, and individually mentored projects. The primary responsibilities of the person in this position will include teaching courses in their general area of expertise at the undergraduate and graduate level. Examples include strength and conditioning courses that focus on principles, measurement and testing, exercise techniques, and program design, as well as personal training courses, among others. This person will also be responsible for producing scholarship commensurate with the requirements for tenure and promotion. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to, and participate in, the life and development of the department, supervise undergraduate and graduate students' culminating experiences (e.g., thesis, project), serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities. Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate with an emphasis in strength and conditioning by the time of appointment. ABDs are welcome to apply, but must show evidence that the degree will be completed by the time of appointment; Demonstrated ability or potential to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education to a diverse student population, including first-generation college students; Developed record of high-quality scholarship appropriate to the level of appointment; Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service; Demonstrated ability/potential to work collaboratively with colleagues and/or community partners. Preferred Qualifications: A research focus in any of the following areas as they relate to strength and conditioning: 1) sport and athletic performance; 2) healthy aging; 3) special populations such as youth or people with disabilities; 4) sport science. Hold a current Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or similar internationally recognized organization. Potential for developing/obtaining grants and external funding commensurate with stage in career. Record of professional involvement, leadership, or service in the university, state, national, or international professional organizations, commensurate with stage in career. Application: A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php, choose full-time faculty, search for the position 552884, and provide the following required materials: A cover letter in which you detail how you meet the required qualifications for this position. Your letter should also address any of the preferred qualifications. A curriculum vitae. A research statement and two representative samples of scholarship (all submitted in a single pdf). Your statement should detail: 1) scholarly agenda; (2) accomplishments and your contributions; (3) work in progress; and (4) future plans. A teaching statement detailing: 1) teaching philosophy and how it influences course content and delivery; 2) teaching experience and qualifications; and 3) specific area(s) of content expertise. A candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words): With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant's perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations. A list of three references with relevant contact information Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into your applicant portal. Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Robert Lockie at rlockie@fullerton.edu or call 657-278-4971. Application Deadline: To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 1, 2025. The anticipated appointment date is August 2026.