Kinesiology-Clinical Exercise Physiology and/or Functional Anatomy Assistant Professor

California State University, Chico; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 75,888 - 79,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living is seeking a Kinesiology-Clinical Exercise Physiology and/or Functional Anatomy Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses at Fresno. The role involves engaging in scholarship and academic service, contributing to community outreach, and serving on committees.

Applicants must possess a terminal doctoral degree in Kinesiology. The anticipated salary range is $6,800 to $7,100 per month, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Terminal doctoral degree in Kinesiology or closely related field required.
• College-level teaching experience in Kinesiology preferred.
• Experience engaging in scholarly activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Kinesiology.
• Engage in scholarly activity at the R2 level and seek funding.
• Serve on committees and provide academic advising.

Skills

College-level teaching

Scholarly activities

Clinical exercise physiology

Cardiovascular physiology

Functional anatomy

Education

Terminal doctoral degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Kinesiology-Clinical Exercise Physiology and/or Functional Anatomy Assistant Professor

Job no: 559009
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Fresno
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Health Sciences

Overview

The Department of Kinesiology is seeking to fill multiple areas within the program of Exercise Science. The Assistant Professor will primarily teach undergraduate and graduate classes in the Department of Kinesiology to a diverse group of students who could potentially be Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport Administration, and Sport and Performance Psychology majors. The faculty member will also engage in scholarly activity at the R2 level, seek external funding, serve on committees at all levels of faculty governance, provide academic advising to students, chair and serve on thesis committees, and maintain collaborative relationships within and outside the Department, including community outreach. Primary teaching responsibilities and specific assignments will depend upon Department needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Kinesiology, primarily in Clinical Exercise Physiology, Cardiovascular Physiology, and Functional Anatomy.
• Engage in scholarly activity at the R2 level, including seeking external funding.
• Serve on committees, provide academic advising, chair thesis committees, and maintain collaborative relationships within and outside the department, including community outreach.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Terminal doctoral degree in Kinesiology or a closely related field from an accredited institution is required.
• Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered, but the doctoral degree must be completed by Aug 1, 2027.

Required Experience

• College-level teaching in academic areas directly related to Kinesiology, preferably with an emphasis in clinical exercise physiology and/or cardiovascular physiology and/or functional anatomy.
• Experience in scholarly activities.

Required Teaching Qualification

• Clinical exercise physiology and/or cardiovascular physiology
• Functional anatomy
• General exercise science/exercise physiology courses
• Specific instructional assignments will depend upon Department needs and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of full‑time teaching at the college or university level in an area directly related to Kinesiology or sports medicine, and the job description.
• Teaching experience at the graduate level.
• Ability to advise students towards clinical careers such as clinical exercise physiology, physical therapy, athletic training, or other clinical health professions.
• PhD with clinical experience and/or research experience in one of the following areas:
  • Clinical exercise physiology with a focus on EKG interpretation.
  • Cardiovascular physiology
  • Functional anatomy
  • Sports Medicine
• Appropriate professional certifications and/or licenses. Examples include:
  • Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, and/or other appropriate certification or license in the area of clinical exercise physiology.
  • National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification, Inc.
  • American Physical Therapy Association
• Experience performing research at the R2 level and scholarly activities.
• Evidence of seeking and/or acquiring external funding.
• Clinical experience, such as physical therapy, athletic training, clinical exercise physiology, or research in cardiovascular physiology.
• Post‑doctoral work with the ability to obtain external funding.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a teaching load consisting of 12 units per semester and maintain a research agenda and service requirements.

Application Procedures

1. A cover letter specifically addressing required education, experience, and preferred qualifications (2–3 pages).
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A list of three professional references.
4. Additional documents for on‑campus visits if invited (e.g., official transcripts, letters of recommendation dated within the last 12 months).

Full consideration date: September 10, 2026
Applications close: March 31, 2027

Contact Information

Search Chair: Dr. Scott Sailor
Department of Kinesiology
Email: [e-mail]

Salary & Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The anticipated hiring range is $6,800–$7,100 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). As a member of the 23‑campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package.

Legal and Equity Statements

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer consistent with CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy, as well as state and federal law. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Fresno State’s ability to sponsor employment‑based visas will depend on institutional priorities, budget availability, and current federal regulations. Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

California State University, Fresno is an engaged university that respects the rights of its employees and is committed to fair and equitable treatment.

Advertised: Jun 16, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Mar 31, 2027 Pacific Daylight Time