Assistant Professor of Motor Control, Motor Learning

Assistant Professor in Motor Control and Motor Learning

The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the areas of Motor Control, Motor Learning, or related disciplines with an appointment to begin Fall 2027.

This position is open to candidates with training in a variety of areas, but preference will be given to scholars whose training and work focuses on balance and postural control, neuromotor function, and fall prevention in aging populations. Primary teaching assignments will include both introductory and upper-level motor control and motor learning courses (e.g., Human Motor Control and Learning, Motor Control and Movement Dysfunction, Physical Activity and The Aging Process, Functional Performance Assessment and Programming for Older Adults, Advanced Study in Human Motor Control and Learning).

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

California State University, Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility.

The primary responsibilities of the person in this position will include the development and teaching of introductory and core courses in the discipline, and the development of courses in their area(s) of specialization. Specific courses that this person may teach include Human Motor Control and Learning, Motor Control and Movement Dysfunction, Physical Activity and The Aging Process, Functional Performance Assessment and Programming for Older Adults, and Advanced Study in Human Motor Control and Learning.

This person will also be responsible for producing scholarship / creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Neuroscience, or a related field by the time of appointment;
• A strong foundation/training in Motor Control and/or Motor Learning theories and research techniques;
• Demonstrated ability/potential to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education;
• Demonstrated ability/potential to work with a diverse student population, including first-generation college students;
• Record of scholarship in their respective area of specialization; and
• A demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in balance and postural control, fall prevention, or neuromotor rehabilitation, particularly in aging populations;
• Demonstrated ability or potential to secure external funding;
• Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration across kinesiology, aging science, gerontology, physical therapy, or public health; and
• Familiarity/experience with high-impact teaching practices (such as service-learning or community-based learning).

Application:

A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit , choose full-time faculty, search for the position 559265, and provide the following required materials:

• A letter of intent addressing the required and preferred (if applicable) qualifications listed above, including teaching experience, service experiences, and a brief overview of research agenda (submitted as a single pdf)
• A curriculum…