Assistant Professor, Child & Adolescent Development

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 75,787 - 77,305; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Child and Adolescent Studies to begin Fall 2027. The area of developmental specialty is open, with preference for scholars who expand departmental expertise and serve diverse populations of children, adolescents, and families.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, conduct research, and contribute to service within the university and community, with a

Qualifications

• earned doctorate in Developmental Psychology, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, Clinical Psychology, Education, Learning Sciences, or a closely related field prior to appointment
• strong foundation and training in developmental theory and research
• commitment to providing high-quality undergraduate education and ability to teach students from diverse backgrounds
• evidence of scholarship related to child development and a research agenda advancing children's and/or families' development, health, and well-being
• interest in preparing undergraduates to work with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds
• ability to balance teaching, scholarship, and service
• potential for integrating technology into instruction
• commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups

Responsibilities

• teaching at the undergraduate level; research and scholarship; and service to the university, college, department, profession, and community
• participating in department and campus-wide committees; maintaining office hours; collaborating with colleagues; attending meetings
• striving for tenure and promotion through excellent teaching, peer-reviewed publications, and high-quality service

Job description

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Child and Adolescent Studies to begin Fall 2027. The area of developmental specialty is open, with preference for scholars who expand departmental expertise and serve diverse populations of children, adolescents, and families.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, conduct research, and contribute to service within the university and community, with a