Assistant Professor in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology

Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
Fullerton, California 92831 United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 04, 2024
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  • Job Description

    Department of Kinesiology
    College of Health & Human Development
    Assistant Professor
    Fall 2025

    The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology an appointment to begin Fall 2025.

    California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a minority-serving institution, affirmative action, and equal opportunity employer. CSUF is firmly committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum and fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups whose underrepresentation in the American professoriate has been severe and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.

    CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

    Position
    CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees. The primary responsibilities of the person in this position will include teaching courses in the area of sport, exercise, and performance psychology at the undergraduate and graduate level. Other potential courses may include issues in youth sport, legal issues in kinesiology, and stress management, among others. This person will also be responsible for producing scholarship commensurate with the requirements for tenure. 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 in Kinesiology or related field with an emphasis in sport, exercise, or performance psychology by the time of appointment;
    • Demonstrated ability/potential to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education to a diverse student population, including first-generation college students;
    • 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
    We are particularly interested in applicant with:
    • A scholarly research focus in any of the following areas as they relate to sport, exercise, or performance psychology: mental health and well-being, the application of psychological skills, social justice and diversity, and/or engaging with diverse populations (e.g., underserved/vulnerable groups, older adults, individuals with disabilities/injuries, and military/tactical);
    • A commitment and ability/potential to mentor students in applied consulting work (e.g., Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Health and Wellness Coach)

    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 540554, 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 (2 pages maximum)
      • This statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. This statement aims to help the department identify candidates with professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help CSUF contribute to its mission in these areas. The statement shall address one or more of the following criteria:
      • The candidate has acquired knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty in higher education.
      • The candidate has experience in and is committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations in higher education.
      • The candidate has experience in and is committed to teaching and/or mentoring underrepresented students in a higher education environment.
      • The candidate has experience integrating underrepresented populations and communities into scholarly and creative activities.
    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.
    • Finalists will be asked to have each of their three referents submit a letter of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to offer should you proceed to this search phase.

    Please direct all questions about the position to: Kathleen Wilson, PhD (Search Committee Chair) at kswilson@fullerton.edu or call 657-278-8329.

    Application Deadline
    To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by October 1, 2024. This position will remain open until filled. The anticipated appointment date is August 2025.

    The College and Department
    The Kinesiology Department at California State University, Fullerton seeks to advance our understanding of human movement across the lifespan in the context of a diverse and changing society. Faculty in the area of sport and exercise psychology are nationally and internationally recognized for their research expertise, with a strong track record of collaboration. The Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology Lab ( https://csufsepplab.wixsite.com/sepp ) focuses on research and applied practice within sport, exercise, and performance contexts. The lab provides a space where students and faculty collaborate.

    The College of Health and Human Development provides education, conducts research, and engages diverse communities to advance human health, development, and well-being. The College supports centers that consider aspects of physical activity and sport in diverse populations. Some centers include:
    • Center for Healthy Neighborhoods : healthyneighborhoods.fullerton.edu /
    • Center for Sociocultural Sport and Olympic Research: cssor.org
    • Center for Sport Performance: hhd.fullerton.edu/knes/center-programs/csp/about.html
    • Center for Successful Aging: csa.fullerton.edu/
    • Employee Wellness Program: ewp.fullerton.edu/

    Compensation
    The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $5,925 to $12,594 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6,803 to $6,939 per month.

    Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work ( https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm ).

    Summer research grants, moving expenses, start-up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available.

    CSUF Benefits
    An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/ .

    CSU Policies
    The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

    A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

    Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

    Notice of Non-Discrimination based on Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator ( http://www.fullerton.edu/titleix/about/notice.php ).

    In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.

    Advertised: Jul 03 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
    Applications close:

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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
    • Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton

    Mission Statement

    Cal State Fullerton is one of the leading educational institutions in the State of California with the aim of providing career opportunities that help create an environment where a diverse and inclusive community can succeed and thrive. Our goal is to recruit and retain a high-quality and diverse university staff to support this mission and give back to the greater southern California community. Apply now for the chance to become part of the Titan family!

    General Information

    As one of the largest institutions in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton stands on 240 acres in the heart of Southern California and boasts a population of over 40,000 students, staff, and faculty. Our thriving Titan community believes in the inclusivity of diverse perspectives, professional development, and commitment to student success within and beyond our institution.

    We’re proud to be a major force in the intellectual and cultural life of our region, our state and our nation, as well as a catalyst for economic and social mobility. Our excellent staff is proud to be contributing to our student’s success as they discover their purpose and build a Titan reputation.

    Consistently lauded as a top national university, we enable students to not only acquire knowledge, but also discover their purpose. Among other accolades, Cal State Fullerton is recognized for being a leading institution in graduating women, Hispanics, and underrepresented students in the nation. Our highly ranked programs, master faculty and proven track record of educational innovation have cemented our role as a respected, in-demand and go-to-leader far beyond the Southern California region.

    Values

    • People first, contributing to a community of belonging, accommodating to all backgrounds, focused on student success and well-being to improve campus life and activity;
    • Inclusion, embracing and welcoming diversity;
    • Integrity, with the aim of honesty and trustworthiness in all interactions;
    • Diligence, with careful and consistent effort;
    • Innovation, introducing original and creative thinking; and
    • Collaboration, creating better solutions together than we could alone

    Benefits/Perks

    Benefits Overview

    • An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
    • Your choice of dental plans
    • Vision coverage
    • Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
    • Retirement plan through CalPERS
    • Tuition waiver for employees and dependents
    • FlexCash (in lieu of health/dental)
    • Employee Assistance Program

           For more information on employee health benefits, click here

    At-Home Software

    Our excellent Division of Information Technology offers a variety of software for active faculty and staff members at no cost. Here are a few examples software titles listed below are available for campus, home, or cloud use. Please click here for the full listing.

    • Adobe Creative Cloud
    • Microsoft Office 365
    • DropBox
    • LinkedIn Learning
    • Skype for Business
    • Zoom
    • Windows 10

    Student Recreation Center

    Come visit our renown recreation center, lauded as one of the most luxurious in the country! Our SRC's mission is to provide innovative and inclusive recreational opportunities to inspire the development and well-being of the campus community. Here are a few examples of what our facility offers.

    • Cardio fitness room
    • Multi-court gymnasium
    • Indoor jogging track
    • Multi-purpose activity rooms
    • 1,100 square foot rock wall for bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing
    • Outdoor pool

    Food Court

    Cal State Fullerton houses several different dining options for your convenience, including the following:

    • The Gastronome (Campus Cafeteria)
    • Starbucks
    • Panda Express
    • Baja Fresh
    • Various food trucks
    • Carl's Jr
    • Togos
    • Pieology

    Please click here to view and apply to all of your Cal State Fullerton career options!

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