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Biomechanics/Performance Enhancement
Assistant/Associate Professor
Tenure-Track
PositionAssistant/Associate Professor
Tenure-Track
The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track position in Biomechanics/Performance Enhancement (ten month academic year appointment). Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate classes in biomechanics and one or more of the following areas: anatomy, introduction to kinesiology, motor control, motor learning, statistics and/or research methods. Successful applicants will be expected to conduct research and engage in other scholarly activities; participate in curriculum development; advise and direct student research and graduate theses/projects/exams; provide Department, College, and University service; and provide academic advisement. Positive tenure and promotion decisions require excellent teaching, high quality research, and participation in university and professional activities.
Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or relevant sub-discipline; focused ongoing scholarly/creative activity with a record of peer-reviewed publications and potential to attract external funding; successful teaching performance in relevant courses; evidence of professional and leadership activities; and ability to work successfully within a culturally diverse university and community. Experience in both applied and basic research in both laboratory and field –based settings aimed at delivering proven performance enhancement feedback to both elite and recreational athletes. Experience in development of high performance-training practices that utilize a trans disciplinary approach capable of translating evidence-based research into consumer-based services.
Department
The Department (with over 2,000 majors) offers B.S and M.S. degrees in Kinesiology, providing students with several concentrations related to specific career objectives and sub-disciplinary specializations. The Department houses several laboratories including a dedicated 1700 square foot state of the art Biomechanics Laboratory featuring a nine camera motion capture system, two force plates, tethered and wireless EMG systems, portable indoor-outdoor ball-flight and launch monitor and a golf simulator. The Department offers multiple opportunities for collaboration in its research centers, including the Center for Sport Performance, the Center for Successful Aging, and the Center for the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles and Obesity Prevention. Visit the Kinesiology (http://hhd.fullerton.edu) and University websites (http://www.fullerton.edu) for additional information about our offerings and faculty.
Rank & Salary
Position is at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, depending on the candidate's qualifications. Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with rank, experience and qualifications. Periodic salary adjustments are enacted by the state legislature. Additional teaching in summer and intersession is often available. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available which includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement program through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits visit:http://hr.fullerton.edu/documents/be...lty_Unit_3.pdf
Job Control Number
23603G-15-005
Appointment Date
August 2015
Application Procedures
All application materials should be sent electronically via email (preferably as a single PDF file). Required materials include: (1) letter of application, (2) curriculum vita, (3) brief (2 page) narrative regarding your views on trends and future directions in main area of research, (4) transcripts of graduate work, (5) up to three examples of scholarly work, and (6) copies of teaching evaluation summaries for all courses taught over the past two years. In addition, three letters of recommendation must be sent via email directly from your chosen recommenders/referees. Please send all application materials to Dr. G. Noffal, Chair, Biomechanics Search Committee at gnoffal@fullerton.edu
Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration, complete applications must be received by October 1, 2014. The position will remain open until filled. Expressions of interest will be held in confidence and references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission.
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated 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 as a condition of employment.
California State University Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. EEO employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.