Sunday, October 19, 2008

JOB: California State University, Fullerton

Socio-cultural/Historical/Philosophical Perspectives - Tenure Track
Institution: California State University, Fullerton
Location: Fullerton, CA
Category: Faculty - Health - Physical Education & Kinesiology
Posted: 10/09/2008
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Full Time



In addition to the above sub-specialties, areas of teaching responsibility may include measurement and statistics, introduction to kinesiology, research methods, and/or gerokinesiology. 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.

Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field; 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 significant professional and leadership activities; and ability to work successfully within a culturally diverse university and community.

Department
The Department (> 1,000 majors) offers B.S and M.S. degrees in Kinesiology, providing students with several focus options related to specific career objectives and sub-disciplinary specializations. The Department houses several laboratories and offers multiple opportunities for collaboration in its research centers, including the Center for Successful Aging, the Center for the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles and Obesity Prevention, the Lifespan Wellness Center, and the Center for the Advancement of Responsible Youth Sports. Visit the departmental and University websites for additional information about our offerings and faculty: http://hdcs.fullerton.edu/knes/

Rank & Salary
This position is at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor, depending on experience. Salaries are 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 as well as an affordable housing program; 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/Benefits/Faculty_Unit_3.pdf

Job Control Numbers
23603G-09-064

Appointment Date
August 2009

Application Procedures
Send letter of application; a brief narrative (2 pages) regarding candidate's views on trends and future directions in main area of research; transcripts of graduate work; current vita; up to three examples of scholarly work; copies of teaching evaluations for all courses taught over the past two years; and three letters of recommendation addressed to:

Department of Kinesiology
California State University, Fullerton
P.O. Box 6870
Fullerton, CA 92834-6870
ATTN: Search Committee Chair Socio-cultural/Historical/Philosophical Perspectives

Application Deadline
To assure full consideration complete applications should be received by November 15, 2008. The positions will remain open until filled.

Cal State Fullerton is an Equal Opportunity/
Title IX/503/504/VEVRA/ADA Employer

Achieving A Climate of Success Through Diversity & Equity
Application Information
Postal Address: Department of Kinesiology
ATTN: Search Committee Chair Socio-cultural/Historical/Philosophical Perspectives
California State University, Fullerton
P.O. Box 6870
Fullerton, CA 92834-6870

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