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Listed on 2026-08-18
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Education / Teaching
Exercise Science & Kinesiology, Academic, University Professor, College Lecturer
Lecturer Ay - Kinesiology And Health Promotion
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool in kinesiology and health promotion for part-time teaching appointments.
About Cal Poly Pomona:
Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 22-campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional disciplines, the university is well known for its learn-by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model.
About the College of Science:
The College's mission is to educate, mentor, and inspire students through scientific inquiry and hands-on learning. It offers 15 undergraduate degree programs and six Master's degrees across seven academic departments that include:
Biological Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Geological Sciences, Kinesiology & Health Promotion, Mathematics & Statistics, and Physics & Astronomy. Our Center for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (CEMaST) supports K-16 education locally and nationally to increase STEM success and participation for all. The College of Science has approximately 150 full-time faculty, 40 staff, and 4,400 active majors. Our commitment to the teacher-scholar model results in our college being the largest recipient of extramural grant funding on campus.
We encourage a broad range of applicants who are committed to enhancing a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to an inclusive campus environment.
About the Department of Kinesiology & Health Promotion:
The Kinesiology and Health Promotion (KHP) Department supports the college's mission to educate, mentor, and inspire students through scientific inquiry and hands-on learning. Our objective is to advance the art and science of health and human movement. We offer two B.S. degree programs (General Kinesiology and Physical Education Teacher Education) and an M.S. degree in Kinesiology. Four undergraduate minors (Public Health, Sport & Social Justice, Adapted Physical Activity, and Exercise Science) began enrolling students in Fall 2025.
Four new Master's options (Adapted Physical Education, General Kinesiology, Health & Human Performance, and PE Leadership & Advocacy) are expected to launch in AY 2026-27. The KHP Department contains a vibrant, interdisciplinary faculty with expertise in adapted physical activity, biomechanics, cultural studies of sport and exercise, exercise physiology, health promotion, PE teacher education, and stress management. We foster curiosity and a culture of scientific discovery through our four research laboratories (the Mind & Heart Research Lab, the Motor Development Clinic, Human Performance Lab, and the Motor Neuroscience Lab), and our extensive service learning programming.
We have three active student groups (the KHP club, Pre-PT/OT club & KHP Grad Connect) who prepare their members for impactful contributions to the fields of KHP. Underpinning all our operations is a commitment to professional respect, cohesion, inclusivity, diversity appreciation, and equity for all individuals.
The Position:
The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends in mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available.
We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:
- Introduction to kinesiology
- Contemporary issues in kinesiology
- Exercise science
- Exercise physiology
- Biomechanics
- Motor behavior
- Health and wellbeing
- Stress management
- Research methods
- Physical activity classes
- Physical education teacher education
- Adapted physical education
- Philosophy of human movement
Responsibilities:
Teach assigned division courses in the department's curriculum and serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load. Assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses.
Required Qualifications:
A Master's degree in Kinesiology, Public Health or related discipline in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Public Health or related discipline; prior teaching experience at the college or university level and ability to furnish evidence of strong teaching.
Salary and Benefit Information:
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department.…
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