Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Studies

California State University, Fullerton•Fullerton, CA

2d•$6,791 - $6,927•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Child and Adolescent Studies at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2027. The area of developmental specialty is open, but preference will be given to scholars who will expand departmental expertise and contribute to the department’s mission to prepare undergraduate students broadly for careers working with children, adolescents, and/or families from diverse backgrounds. Of strong interest is a candidate with expertise in one of the following areas: child mental health and/or developmental disorders, development and learning in middle childhood, and/or best practices to support children in early childhood settings. California State University, Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education, the nation’s leading authority on Latinx student success. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university’s mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community. CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

Requirements

An earned doctorate in Developmental Psychology, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, Clinical Psychology, Education, Learning Sciences, or a closely related field prior to appointment
A strong foundation and training in developmental theory and research
A commitment to providing high-quality undergraduate education and potential for/demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse backgrounds at the undergraduate level
Evidence of scholarship related to child development and a research agenda that advances the development, health, and well-being of children and/or families
An interest in preparing undergraduates to work effectively with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds
The ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship, and service
Demonstrated potential for effective integration of technology into instruction
A demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups

Nice To Haves

Experience working in applied settings related to child development
Expertise in evidence-based approaches to support child mental health and/or developmental disorders (e.g., developmental psychopathology, neurodiversity, maltreatment)
Expertise in evidence-based approaches to support development and learning in middle childhood (e.g., in elementary school settings, after-school care)
Expertise in evidence-based approaches to support early childhood development/education (e.g., preschool, Head Start, transitional kindergarten)

Responsibilities

Teaching at the undergraduate level
Research and scholarship
Service to the university, college, department, profession, and community
Participating in department and campus-wide committees
Maintaining office hours
Working collaboratively and productively with colleagues
Attending weekly/bi-weekly faculty meetings
Participating in traditional academic functions
Excellent teaching, peer-reviewed publication in an area of expertise, and high-quality service to the department, college, university, and external community for positive tenure and promotion decisions.