New River Community College
Assistant Kinesiology Professor
New River Community College, Rohnert Park, California, United States, 94928
Overview
Assistant Kinesiology Professor — Tenure-Track. Location: Sonoma. Department of Kinesiology. Faculty Employment Opportunity. Starting August 2026. Our Commitment: Sonoma State University is a federally-designated Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to equal opportunity. We value diversity, sustainability, community engagement, and adaptability, and seek candidates who support diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants should be able to collaborate with faculty, staff, administration, and students to advance these goals. Faculty Responsibilities
In addition to teaching and scholarship, faculty engage in service to the university, profession, and community. Responsibilities include advising students, participating in campus and system-wide communities, maintaining office hours, collaborating with colleagues, and participating in traditional academic functions. The department supports undergraduate research and opportunities for students and encourages involvement in the CSU Graduation Initiative 2025 through teaching, advising, and mentoring. Review the university's policy on Reappointment, Tenure, and Promotion. During the first two years of the probationary period, teaching load may be reduced by two courses per academic year to support the development of research and scholarly activities. All faculty must be able to work effectively in a multicultural environment. The Department
The Department of Kinesiology at Sonoma State is housed in the College of Science, Technology, and Business and offers a cross-disciplinary curriculum addressing human movement across the lifespan from sociocultural, biological/physical, behavioral, and humanistic perspectives. The program prepares graduates to apply kinesiology principles to motor skill acquisition, performance, health promotion, and participation in an active lifestyle. The department offers a Bachelor of Science with three concentrations and is developing a Biomedical Engineering minor to be available January 2026. The department actively recruits students from diverse backgrounds. Prospective applicants are encouraged to view the department’s web page at kinesiology.sonoma.edu. Duties of the Position
Primary teaching responsibility will be Lifespan Motor Development. Additional teaching responsibilities may include research methods, physical activity for diverse populations, aging and disability, health and wellness across the lifespan, foundations of kinesiology, personal fitness and wellness, and physical activity courses. The candidate may develop or contribute to additional courses, including offerings in their area of specialization. Other responsibilities include developing a line of research, writing grant proposals, advising students, serving on committees, developing a community physical activity program for older adults (preferred), and active participation in professional organizations in kinesiology or related fields. Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Kinesiology or closely related field with expertise in motor development and physical activity across the lifespan Interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research; knowledge of human movement across the lifespan from social and biological/physical science perspectives Evidence of successfully teaching courses in motor development, physical activity, and movement across diverse populations or community fitness and wellness at the university level Evidence of scholarly publications or other scholarly activities in motor development and physical activity across the lifespan Preferred Qualifications
Teaching or scholarship on how multiple factors inform physical activity and motor development over the lifespan Teaching or scholarship in health and physical activity promotion including community-based strategies Experience including undergraduate students in research projects, presentations, and/or publications Evidence of mentoring undergraduate students Experience developing, leading, or teaching community-based physical activity programs for older adults or individuals with disabilities Rank and Salary
Service credit depends on academic preparation and professional experience. Anticipated salary range: $84,004 to 89,779, depending on qualifications. Required Application Materials
A cover letter summarizing research interests, teaching philosophy, and service experience (two-page maximum). Applications with more than two pages will not be reviewed. Curriculum vitae with three references List of courses previously taught and responsibilities (please use the provided template) Student Evaluations of Teaching (if available) Unofficial transcripts For candidates invited to a campus visit: syllabi for courses where you were instructor of record and examples of undergraduate research (conference presentations or publications) Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Sonoma State University hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers are contingent upon documents proving identity and eligibility to work. A background check is required before an offer can be made. CSU Out-of-State Policy: All employees must reside in California on the hire date. CSU policy prohibits hiring to perform CSU-related work outside California. How to Apply
Visit jobs.sonoma.edu, select the faculty position, and click Apply Now. If you have not applied before, you will need to create an account. After submission, a confirmation email will be sent. Do not send materials to facultysearch@sonoma.edu. For issues during the process, email facultysearch@sonoma.edu. Application Deadline
First consideration will be given to applications received by October 21, 2025. The position remains open until filled. Early responses are encouraged. Contact Information
Questions about the application process: facultysearch@sonoma.edu. Questions about this position: Department Chair Lauren S. Morimoto, Ph.D. Email: morimoto@sonoma.edu. Phone: 707-664-2479. Please refer to the requisition job number in correspondence. The ADA Coordinator is available to assist with accommodations: hraccomodations@sonoma.edu. The University
Sonoma State University is located in Sonoma County wine country, north of San Francisco. SSU is part of the California State University system, offering accessible, high-quality education. Other Information
The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered 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. This position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. View Benefits Summary: jobs.sonoma.edu/benefits Application Close: Open Until Filled
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Assistant Kinesiology Professor — Tenure-Track. Location: Sonoma. Department of Kinesiology. Faculty Employment Opportunity. Starting August 2026. Our Commitment: Sonoma State University is a federally-designated Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to equal opportunity. We value diversity, sustainability, community engagement, and adaptability, and seek candidates who support diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants should be able to collaborate with faculty, staff, administration, and students to advance these goals. Faculty Responsibilities
In addition to teaching and scholarship, faculty engage in service to the university, profession, and community. Responsibilities include advising students, participating in campus and system-wide communities, maintaining office hours, collaborating with colleagues, and participating in traditional academic functions. The department supports undergraduate research and opportunities for students and encourages involvement in the CSU Graduation Initiative 2025 through teaching, advising, and mentoring. Review the university's policy on Reappointment, Tenure, and Promotion. During the first two years of the probationary period, teaching load may be reduced by two courses per academic year to support the development of research and scholarly activities. All faculty must be able to work effectively in a multicultural environment. The Department
The Department of Kinesiology at Sonoma State is housed in the College of Science, Technology, and Business and offers a cross-disciplinary curriculum addressing human movement across the lifespan from sociocultural, biological/physical, behavioral, and humanistic perspectives. The program prepares graduates to apply kinesiology principles to motor skill acquisition, performance, health promotion, and participation in an active lifestyle. The department offers a Bachelor of Science with three concentrations and is developing a Biomedical Engineering minor to be available January 2026. The department actively recruits students from diverse backgrounds. Prospective applicants are encouraged to view the department’s web page at kinesiology.sonoma.edu. Duties of the Position
Primary teaching responsibility will be Lifespan Motor Development. Additional teaching responsibilities may include research methods, physical activity for diverse populations, aging and disability, health and wellness across the lifespan, foundations of kinesiology, personal fitness and wellness, and physical activity courses. The candidate may develop or contribute to additional courses, including offerings in their area of specialization. Other responsibilities include developing a line of research, writing grant proposals, advising students, serving on committees, developing a community physical activity program for older adults (preferred), and active participation in professional organizations in kinesiology or related fields. Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Kinesiology or closely related field with expertise in motor development and physical activity across the lifespan Interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research; knowledge of human movement across the lifespan from social and biological/physical science perspectives Evidence of successfully teaching courses in motor development, physical activity, and movement across diverse populations or community fitness and wellness at the university level Evidence of scholarly publications or other scholarly activities in motor development and physical activity across the lifespan Preferred Qualifications
Teaching or scholarship on how multiple factors inform physical activity and motor development over the lifespan Teaching or scholarship in health and physical activity promotion including community-based strategies Experience including undergraduate students in research projects, presentations, and/or publications Evidence of mentoring undergraduate students Experience developing, leading, or teaching community-based physical activity programs for older adults or individuals with disabilities Rank and Salary
Service credit depends on academic preparation and professional experience. Anticipated salary range: $84,004 to 89,779, depending on qualifications. Required Application Materials
A cover letter summarizing research interests, teaching philosophy, and service experience (two-page maximum). Applications with more than two pages will not be reviewed. Curriculum vitae with three references List of courses previously taught and responsibilities (please use the provided template) Student Evaluations of Teaching (if available) Unofficial transcripts For candidates invited to a campus visit: syllabi for courses where you were instructor of record and examples of undergraduate research (conference presentations or publications) Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Sonoma State University hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers are contingent upon documents proving identity and eligibility to work. A background check is required before an offer can be made. CSU Out-of-State Policy: All employees must reside in California on the hire date. CSU policy prohibits hiring to perform CSU-related work outside California. How to Apply
Visit jobs.sonoma.edu, select the faculty position, and click Apply Now. If you have not applied before, you will need to create an account. After submission, a confirmation email will be sent. Do not send materials to facultysearch@sonoma.edu. For issues during the process, email facultysearch@sonoma.edu. Application Deadline
First consideration will be given to applications received by October 21, 2025. The position remains open until filled. Early responses are encouraged. Contact Information
Questions about the application process: facultysearch@sonoma.edu. Questions about this position: Department Chair Lauren S. Morimoto, Ph.D. Email: morimoto@sonoma.edu. Phone: 707-664-2479. Please refer to the requisition job number in correspondence. The ADA Coordinator is available to assist with accommodations: hraccomodations@sonoma.edu. The University
Sonoma State University is located in Sonoma County wine country, north of San Francisco. SSU is part of the California State University system, offering accessible, high-quality education. Other Information
The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered 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. This position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. View Benefits Summary: jobs.sonoma.edu/benefits Application Close: Open Until Filled
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