Kinesiology/Exercise Science Assistant or Associate Professor
 California State University - Fresno | |
 United States, California, Fresno | |
 Dec 11, 2024 | |
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Kinesiology/Exercise Science Assistant or Associate Professor Job No: 544443 Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track Location: Fresno Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Health Sciences California State University, Fresno College of Health and Human Services Department of Kinesiology chhs.fresnostate.edu/kinesiology Kinesiology/Exercise Science - Exercise Physiology and/or Clinical Exercise Physiology Emphasis and/or Sports Nutrition Emphasis Assistant / Associate Professor Tenure Track Fall 2025 (August 2025) The Assistant/Associate Professor will primarily teach undergraduate and graduate classes in the Department of Kinesiology. The primary areas of teaching responsibility will be related to exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, and nutrition for active individuals. Primary teaching responsibilities and specific assignments will depend upon Department needs and priorities. Courses taught by this faculty member may contain students from any of the department's majors/options. The faculty member will also engage in scholarly activity, seek external funding, serve on committees at all levels of faculty governance, provide academic advising to students, chair and serve on thesis committees, and maintain collaborative relationships within and outside the Department, including community outreach. New hires have reduced advising responsibilities and teaching loads for their first two academic years. After that, faculty members can expect a 12-unit teaching load per semester with opportunities to apply for reassignment or release time. The Department of Kinesiology is in the College of Health and Human Services at California State University, Fresno. The Department is one of the largest on campus and has approximately 1,100 undergraduate students pursuing Bachelor's degrees in Kinesiology. The Department of Kinesiology houses two undergraduate majors - Exercise Science and Kinesiology which has options in Physical Education as well as Sport Administration. In addition, the Department has approximately 60 graduate students pursuing Master's degrees in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Sport and Performance Psychology, and Sport Administration. The faculty have been honored with numerous awards and recognitions in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service, come from diverse backgrounds, are student-oriented, and are committed to maintaining a collegial working environment. Faculty have received both assigned time and funding through Chancellor, Provost, and College Awards. Faculty initiatives are broad and collaborative with faculty from across the University (CHHS Faculty Research Profiles). Faculty scholarly activities and faculty-led student projects have won numerous awards over the last several years. The department has supported faculty in their efforts to expand its state-of-the-art equipment and lab space (Kines Labs Webpage) to enhance both teaching and research in exercise science. Our Students: Fresno State is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); and, an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); We are committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Qualifications: Required Education
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*Specific instructional assignments will depend upon Department needs and priorities. Preferred Qualifications and Experience :
Application Procedures: To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by January 15, 2025; review of applications may continue until the position is filled. This position automatically closes on March 31, 2025. All positions at Fresno State are subject to funding availability. Apply online at: http://careers.csufresno.edu Attach the following:
Candidates invited for an on-campus visit must submit by mail/e-mail within the designated deadline. The Search Chair will send information and requests for these items:
Search Contact Information: Search Committee Chair: Dr. Scott Sailor Department of Kinesiology Email: ssailor@mail.fresnostate.edu About Fresno State California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. For information on the University's commitment and dedication to creating a university known for its integrity, civility, equity, respect, and ethical behavior, visit: https://equity.fresnostate.edu/index.html The campus is ranked 4 th in the nation by The Wall Street Journal.College Pulse Best College in the U.S on Social Mobility ; 22nd in the nation by Washington Monthly and, received a 4.5 start rating on a 5-star scale on Money's 2024 Best Colleges. Fresno State is one of 25 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the first Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose classification. The campus is classified as an R2 " Doctoral Universities - High research activities" university per the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process. For additional information, please visit: www.fresnostate.edu/academics/facultyaffairs/procedures/facultyrtp/. We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to Research and Sponsored Programs. Commensurate with qualifications and experience the anticipated hiring range is $6400-$6700 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package. See the CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details about the CSU's excellent benefits package. Territorial Acknowledgement: The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land. Other Campus Information: In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online at www.fresnostate.edu/police/clery/index.shtml. Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police Department. A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn, or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation. The person holding this position is considered a "limited reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. You can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the following website: http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html. California State University, Fresno is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Out of State Employment Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person To apply, visit https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/544443/kinesiologyexercise-science-assistant-or-associate-professorjeid-34775a6d3daf234daf8c7d826a4550e4 | |