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California State University, Fresno

Exercise Science - Assistant or Associate Professor
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Position Number: 1660187
Location: Fresno, California
Position Type: Health - Physical Education & Kinesiology

Title: Exercise Science

Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor

Status: Tenure Track

Start: Fall 2020 (August 2020)

The Department of Kinesiology in the College of Health and Human Services at California State University, Fresno seeks applicants for a tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor in Exercise Science. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate students, 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. Primary teaching responsibilities and specific assignments will depend upon Department needs and priorities.

Our Students: California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Qualifications:

Required Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.): An earned doctorate.

Required Experience - Applicant must be able to demonstrate:

College teaching experience in academic classes.
Experience in scholarly activities.
Experience in academic and/or career advising.
Experience working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

For appointment at the level of Associate Professor, successful teaching at the graduate level, and professional and scholarly productivity commensurate with standards for promotion to Associate Professor at California State University, Fresno are required.

Required Teaching Qualifications:
College teaching experience in one of the following areas is required:

Biomechanics
Body Composition / Sports Nutrition

The successful candidate must also be able to teach one or more of the following areas:

Exercise Physiology
Motor Learning / Development
Health and Wellness Promotion
Strength and Conditioning
Research Methods
Statistics

Specific assignments will depend upon Department needs and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Two or more years of successful teaching at the college or university level
Successful teaching experience at the graduate level
Experience in research and scholarly activities
Evidence of seeking and/or acquiring external funding
Appropriate professional certifications and/or licenses

Application Procedures: To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by 11/14/2019, review of applications may continue until the position is filled. This position automatically closes May 1, 2020. Apply online at: http://jobs.csufresno.edu and attach the following:

Letter of interest specifically addressing qualifications and experience;
Curriculum vitae;
Names and contact information of three professional references; and
Statement addressing your commitment to working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Candidates invited for an on-campus visit must submit by mail/e-mail within designated deadline. The Search Chair will send information and requests for these items:

Three current letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months)
Official transcripts

Committee Information and Search process:
Search Chair: Dr. Jacobo Morales, Search Committee Chair
Department of Kinesiology
College of Health and Human Services
Email: jacobom@csufresno.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 are expected to 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, please visit: http://www.fresnostate.edu/academics/diversity The campus is ranked 24^th in the nation by Washington Monthly; ranked 3^rd by U.S. News & World Report in graduation rate performance for public institutions; and, ranked 41^st in the nation in MONEY Magazines 50 Best Public Colleges.

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.

About the Department:
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. Undergraduate Kinesiology degree Options include Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport Administration. In addition, the Department has approximately 60 graduate students pursuing Master's degrees in Athletic Training and in Kinesiology with Options in Exercise Science, Sport 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.
Due to our unique and diverse student population, California State University, Fresno is designated as a minority-serving institution. Faculty have received both assigned time and funding through Chancellor, Provost, and College Awards. New Hires have a reduced teaching schedule and advising roster for their first two academic years.
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.

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. An 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 set forth 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.