Assistant Professor in Motor Control, Motor Learning

Kinesiology Department | California State University Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kinesiology Department at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Motor Control or Motor Learning, beginning Fall 2027. Preference for balance, postural control, neuromotor function, and aging populations.

Primary teaching includes Human Motor Control and Learning and related courses. The appointment emphasizes research excellence, commitment to equity, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams within aging science

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Neuroscience, or a related field by the time of appointment.
• 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.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.

Responsibilities

• Primary teaching assignments will include both introductory and upper-level motor control and motor learning courses.
• Engage in scholarly activities in motor control/learning and related disciplines.
• Collaborate across disciplines and contribute to student mentorship and program development.

Skills

Motor Control

Motor Learning

Undergraduate & Graduate Teaching

Diversity & Inclusion

Scholarly Record

External Funding Potential

Education

Doctorate in Kinesiology/Exercise Science/Neuroscience

Job description

The Kinesiology Department 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).

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.
• A demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.

Preferred Qualifications

The Department is particularly interested in candidates with:

• 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.
• Familiarity/experience with high-impact teaching practices (such as service-learning or community-based learning).

Application Deadline

To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by October 1 st , 2026 . The anticipated appointment date is August 16, 2027.