Assistant Professor of Human Services

Assistant Professor of Human Services

Department: Human Services, College of Health and Human Development, California State University, Fullerton.

Start date: Fall 2027.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. 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. CSUF also complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209, the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy, and all applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

Area of specialty:
Mental health and/or Addiction studies, with an emphasis on clinical/direct service engagement, utilizing an integrated approach to work with individuals, families, and/or communities. The department seeks candidates whose teaching, research, and service reflect a commitment to equity, belonging, and social justice and who prepare undergraduate students to serve diverse populations.

• Teach undergraduate courses in mental health, addiction studies, case management, and community-based interventions.
• Engage in scholarly research and other creative scholarly activities.
• Serve the department, college, university, community, and profession through mentoring students, participating in committees, and collaborating with institutional and community partners.

• Earned doctorate in human services or a closely related field (e.g., counseling, social work, psychology, public health, family studies, human development, applied anthropology) from an accredited institution before appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds, understanding the impact of lived experiences on student learning.
• Ability to teach lower- and upper-division undergraduate courses related to mental health, addiction studies, case management, and community-based interventions.
• Experience providing clinical and/or applied services to individuals, families, or communities, particularly those impacted by mental health, addiction, or related challenges, using culturally responsive approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research and scholarly work in one or more relevant areas: mental health, addiction, or family/community systems.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a culturally diverse campus community.

• Undergraduate teaching experience.
• Experience with evidence-based approaches to teaching and community engagement.
• Potential to secure external funding to support research or community-engaged initiatives.

A complete online application must be submitted to receive consideration. Applicants must provide:

• A cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications, including a summary of teaching experience and plans for future research.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A teaching portfolio including a teaching statement, sample syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• A research statement (no longer than 500 words) addressing current and future research plans related to human services and a maximum of three representative items.
• A statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words) describing past contributions and future aspirations to promote a diverse student population. Candidates should provide concrete examples in the areas of awareness, experience, and future plans.
• A list of three references with contact information.

At the online application stage, applicants will be required to upload the above materials and provide information for three confidential letters of recommendation, which will be requested at a later stage of the search.

Semifinalists will be asked to submit a micro teaching video lecture.

Applicants must be considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. A background check, including a criminal records check, and official copies of graduate transcripts must be submitted before an offer can be made. Failure to complete these requirements may affect application status.

The Assistant Professor salary range for  is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly, with an anticipated hiring range of $6,808 to $6,944 per month. The salary is competitive and commensurate with rank, experience, and qualifications. Cal State University also offers summer research grants, moving expenses, start-up funds, and a reduced teaching load on a case‑by‑case basis. Benefits include health, vision, and dental plans;

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