Assistant Professor – Clinical Exercise Physiology / Functional Anatomy

About the role

The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fresno seeks a tenure‑track Assistant Professor to join its growing faculty. The position will support undergraduate and graduate programs in Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport Administration, and Sport & Performance Psychology.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in clinical exercise physiology and/or functional anatomy.
• Engage in scholarly research at the R2 level, seeking external funding.
• Provide academic advising and serve on thesis committees.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
• Develop community outreach partnerships and collaborative relationships within and beyond the department.

Required profile

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach diverse student populations.
• Evidence of research productivity and potential to secure external grants.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and service to a Hispanic‑Serving Institution.

Required skills

What we offer

• Reduced teaching load for the first two academic years.
• Access to Chancellor, Provost, and College awards for research and professional development.
• Supportive collegial environment within a large, diverse department.