Assistant Professor of Kinesiology

CSU Careers•Bakersfield, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

California State University, Bakersfield’s Department of Kinesiology seeks a tenure-track, full-time Assistant Professor for the 2027–2028 academic year, with an anticipated start in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in university-level kinesiology teaching, explore teaching strategies including online instruction, and be willing to teach in the Master of Science program. Teaching assignments will depend on departmental needs and may include Exercise Physiology (including Advanced and Clinical versions), Exercise and Aging, Exercise Prescription, Nutrition for Sport and Performance, and Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology. The position also involves scholarly activity, particularly work that includes students, such as research, publications, grants, and conference presentations. The professor will participate in Department, College, University, and community service, including service related to academic expertise and assignments connected to University governance. Applicants nearing completion of a doctoral degree may be considered, but employment is contingent on providing evidence of degree completion by August 1, 2027. The Department of Kinesiology prepares undergraduate and graduate students for professional practice and advances physical activity, human performance, and health through research, applied scholarship, and service. The College of Social Sciences and Education serves about 4,000 students. The campus serves approximately 9,400 undergraduate students and 1,350 graduate, credential, and post-baccalaureate students.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology or a closely related field from an accredited doctoral-granting institution; applicants nearing completion may be considered, with degree-completion evidence required by August 1, 2027.
Record of undergraduate teaching success, particularly in Exercise Physiology or similar courses, including Advanced Exercise Physiology, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Prescription, Nutrition for Sport and Performance, Epidemiology and Wellness, and Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology.
Demonstrated commitment to teaching undergraduates from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds, including first-generation students.
Evidence of potential to conduct independent research in the candidate’s area of expertise and mentor students in research.
Knowledge and awareness of professional developments related to the candidate’s areas of expertise and the field of kinesiology.
Commitment to working with undergraduate and graduate students and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Employment requires residence in the United States and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Faculty must perform their work from within California; assignments include in-person duties requiring an on-campus presence.
Satisfactory completion of a background check, including a criminal records check.

Responsibilities

Teach kinesiology courses at the university level, with assignments based on departmental needs and priorities.
Explore teaching strategies, including online instruction, and teach in the Master of Science program.
Engage in scholarly activities, especially those involving students, including research, publication, grant activity, and presentations at professional conferences.
Participate in Department, College, University, and community service, including service related to academic expertise and University governance.
Foster a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment for undergraduate and graduate students.