Tenure Track Position - Physical Activity in Special Populations

Tenure Track Position - Physical Activity in Special Populations

The Kinesiology and Public Health Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking to fill one full‑time, academic‑year tenure‑track position in Physical Activity in Special Populations in the Kinesiology program, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026. In an initiative to expand its teaching and research program within the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree program, the department invites applications from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals with a commitment to undergraduate teaching and research in physical activity in special populations.

The selected individual will primarily teach upper‑division core courses in the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree program, including Physical Activity and Aging, Adapted Physical Activity, Physical Activity and Public Health, and at least one course in Research Methods, Athletic Training, or Introduction to Kinesiology. Preferred areas of research include but are not limited to physical activity and health promotion for people with disabilities, exercise prescription and/or interventions for clinical populations (e.g., those living with chronic conditions, mental health disorders, in rehabilitation settings), adaptive physical activity for youth with developmental disabilities, physical activity interventions for aging populations, inclusive fitness and community‑based exercise programs, accessibility and participation in sport and recreation, cardiometabolic and/or mental health in individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities, or other closely related special populations research.

Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience of the individual selected. The anticipated hiring ranges are listed below:

• Assistant Professor: $97,788 – $107,628
• Associate Professor: $112,500 – $118,524

Bailey College is committed to maintaining the excellence of the University and to offering our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of learning. The successful candidate will be mindful to promote student success and will consider the University’s goals in their approach to teaching, research, and service. Cal Poly embraces a teacher‑scholar model in which faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, produce scholarship in their field of interest, and provide service to the institution.

The selected candidate will consider using creative teaching approaches that enhance student learning and participate in scholarly practices such as peer‑reviewed research, conference presentations, and grant development that leads to publication. The selected candidate will pursue a systematic program of research and scholarship, curricular improvement, and participate in service activities including committee service, student advising, and building industry relationships.

• Doctoral degree in Kinesiology or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student‑centered learning and teaching.
• Evidence of high quality teaching and research with students.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity.
• Evidence of promoting the well‑being and advancement of students, colleagues, and the department.
• Ability to work with a diverse population fostering a respectful, collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

• Experience working with undergraduate students and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Experience and commitment to excellence in teaching kinesiology at the university level, including face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online delivery.
• Expertise in research or creative scholarly activities in a complementary area to the department’s research profile.
• Track record of external funding support for research and creative scholarly activities.
• Experience supervising undergraduate student research.

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