Assistant Professor of Sport Psychology, Motor Behavior, and Adaptive Physical Activity #26-25

Job Description:

Assistant Professor of Sport Psychology, Motor Behavior, and Adaptive Physical Activity #26-25

Description

Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement

Department: Kinesiology

Faculty Hire Number:#26-25

Rank: Assistant Professor

Effective Date of Appointment: August 20, 2026 (Subject to Budgetary Approval)

Salary Scale: $77,490 to $86,100 (Dependent upon qualifications)



CSUN’s Commitment to You:

CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community, and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community.

As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. As of Fall 2025, CSUN enrolls 36,960 students, where 57.5% are Latinx, 18.4% are White, 8.5% are Asian-American, 5.5% are Black/African American, 0.1% are Native American, and 0.1% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.

For more information about the University, visit: http://www.csun.edu

About the College:

The College of Health and Human Development (HHD) at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is committed to student success. We are proud of our diverse faculty and staff. We have 50 staff members and a faculty of over 350 full- and part-time academic professionals who provide and support education, advising, and mentorship opportunities to over 6,500 students enrolled in courses on campus and online. This number includes over a hundred doctoral students as of the fall 2020 semester. Through nine academic departments, we offer 11 undergraduate and 12 graduate degree programs, as well as self-supporting programs through the Tseng College of Graduate, International and Midcareer Education, and two credentials in partnership with the Michael D. Eisner College of Education. Our academic disciplines share the common objective of improving the quality of human life throughout the lifespan. Our graduates manage services and work directly with the community. Study programs are enriched through internships, service-learning experiences, multiple touchpoints for advising, and a campus environment that is inclusive and active. CSUN HHD attracts and engages students from around the corner and around the world.

For more information about the College of Health and Human Development (HHD), see: https://w2.csun.edu/health-human-development

About the Department:

The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Northridge offers a Bachelor's and Master of Science degree in Kinesiology as well as a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Dance and a Master's of Science degree in Athletic Training. It is dedicated to advancing the study of human movement and performance. The department supports a diverse curriculum that includes areas such as Applied Fitness, Dance, Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport Studies. Faculty and students engage in innovative research and community-based initiatives that promote health and human development across the lifespan. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to inclusive excellence, the department prepares graduates to become leaders in education, research, clinical practice, and public service.

For more information about the Department of Kinesiology, see: https://www.csun.edu/health-human-development/kinesiology

Position:

The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Adapted Physical Activity, Motor Behavior, and Sport & Exercise Psychology at the rank of assistant professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and have research interests in one or more of these areas: Adapted Physical Activity, Motor Behavior, and Sport & Exercise Psychology.

Secondary teaching responsibilities may include other closely related courses offered within the department. The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester. Faculty are also responsible for student advisement, supervision of graduate research projects, maintaining active scholarly research and publication, and seeking grants and external funding in the related fields. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate may be required to teach on weekdays, evenings, weekends, and/or online and will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service.

Required Qualifications:

• A doctorate in Kinesiology or a closely related field of study. Candidates in the process of completing a doctoral degree will be considered, but the degree must be conferred before the time of appointment.
• Demonstrate the potential to conduct research, procure external funding, and engage in scholarly activities in their areas of expertise.
• College or University-level teaching experience or potential to teach in-person, hybrid, or online courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise and ability to teach two or more areas: Adapted Physical Activity, Motor Behavior, Sport & Exercise Psychology.
• Ability to teach closely related courses (Adapted Aquatics, Data Science, Epidemiology in physical activity).
• Clinical or field experience in the related subject area.
• Evidence of research ability and ongoing scholarly productivity.
• Research/lab experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring.
• Relevant credentials or certifications (ATRIC, CMPC, CIFT, or equivalent).
• Broad and balanced disciplinary knowledge across biological, socio-cultural, and aesthetic dimensions of human movement.
• Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body.
• Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes.
• Experience creating student-centered learning environments.

Application Deadline:

Preferred application deadline is March 9, 2026, and applications received after this date may be considered on an as-needed basis. However, the position will remain open until filled.

How to Apply:

Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers

Applicants must submit the following to the website in the section above:

• A letter of application addressing the ability to meet the required and preferred job qualifications
• A curriculum vitae (reverse chronological order)
• A one-page teaching philosophy includes a statement conveying a vision for effective teaching and mentoring students from a wide range of cultural and educational backgrounds. A separate paragraph outlining experience in multicultural settings and involvement, or ideas, in meeting the needs of a diverse student body should be included.
• Names and contact information of three references who can address the candidate’s teaching, research, and service qualifications

At the time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

General Information:

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The person holding this position may be 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.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be 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.

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 and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Marc Netter at 818-677- 3209.

Advertised: Feb 12 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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