Tenure Track Faculty Position

Assistant Professor of Public Health

Department of Kinesiology & Health Promotion

College of Science

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the Department of Kinesiology & Health Promotion. Cal Poly Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 23-campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional disciplines, the university is well known for its learn- by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model.

The university is noted for its scenic and historic 1,400-acre campus, which was once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg. We acknowledge that Cal Poly Pomona resides on the territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people who are the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar. The university’s nearly 30,000 students are taught and mentored by the campus’s more than 1,400 faculty as part of 54 baccalaureate and 29 master’s degree programs, 11 credential and certificate programs, and a doctorate in educational leadership.

Highly regarded among its peer institutions, Cal Poly Pomona is No. 2 in the U.S. News and World Report rankings of top public regional universities in the west and was named the No. 28 best value college in the nation by Money Magazine. Cal Poly Pomona, a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, stands as a national leader in promoting social mobility, and was placed among the 25 top institutions in the country in awarding bachelor’s degrees to minoritized students by Diverse Issues in Higher Education. In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university is linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our campus initiatives and our Principles of Community can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website. 

The Cal Poly Pomona campus is located less than 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles at the intersection of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. It is within an hour’s drive of beaches, mountains, and deserts. For additional information about the university, please visit www.cpp.edu, and for more about faculty life, please see YourLife@CPP.

Student Population. Cal Poly Pomona is the number one polytechnic university in the nation for student diversity and economic mobility. Our caring and inclusive campus community is committed to helping anyone who dreams of success achieve it. In Fall 2023, Cal Poly Pomona served more than 24,000 students and close to 2,000 graduate students, mostly residents of California. Over half of Cal Poly Pomona students are first-generation college students, 70% receive financial aid, and 42% are low-income students. The university enrolls 56% percent of historically underrepresented students. Our diverse student body identifies as 53% Hispanic/Latinx, 22% Asian, 13% White, 4% two or more races, 3% unknown, 3% African American/Black, 2% International, less than 1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and less than 1% Native American. Forty-three percent of students enroll in our STEM majors and our top five enrolled programs across the university are mechanical engineering, computer science, civil engineering, psychology, and finance, real estate and law.

Inclusive Excellence and Student Success. We aspire to be the model inclusive polytechnic university in the nation. We have a strong commitment to inclusive excellence and to educational experiences that leverage the diverse perspectives and experiences needed to succeed and thrive in a diverse society.

*As a part of the application for faculty positions, all candidates must submit a Student Success Statement that demonstrates their commitment and record of contributions to diversity and equity through their teaching, scholarship, or service by speaking to at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria below.

Candidates should explain how they have engaged in the criteria below in their pedagogy, scholarship, and/or service, as well as the level to which these efforts have been consistently incorporated into their work.

Inclusive Excellence Criteria:

1. Incorporates the contributions and struggles of historic ethnic minority groups or other disadvantaged communities into their teaching, scholarly work, and/or service contributions;
2. Adopts teaching strategies that support the learning and success of students from diverse student populations;
3. Mentors and engages diverse student populations in discovery, scholarship, and creative activities;
4. Engages students in problem-based projects and learning that address the needs of diverse communities;
5. Possesses knowledge of challenges and barriers for underrepresented students and faculty within the discipline and uses it to inform their work in specific ways;
6. Mentors and assists diverse student populations interested in pursuing graduate education;
7. Engages in community-responsive action research or service with diverse student populations and communities;
8. Has experience in or demonstrates a commitment to adopting experiential learning activities and pedagogy with diverse student populations and communities; and
9. Has expertise in or demonstrated commitment to teaching, scholarship and/or service that contributes to access, diversity, and equal opportunity in higher education.

College of Science:  The College’s mission is to educate, mentor, and inspire students through scientific inquiry and hands-on learning. It offers 15 undergraduate degree programs and six Master’s degrees across seven academic departments that include: Biological Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Geological Sciences, Kinesiology & Health Promotion, Mathematics & Statistics, and Physics & Astronomy. Our Center for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (CEMaST) supports K-16 education locally and nationally to increase STEM success and participation for all. The College of Science has approximately 150 full-time faculty, 40 staff, and 4,400 active majors. Our commitment to the teacher-scholar model results in our college being the largest recipient of extramural grant funding on campus. We encourage a broad range of applicants who are committed to enhancing a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to an inclusive campus environment.

Department of Kinesiology & Health Promotion: The Kinesiology and Health Promotion (KHP) Department supports the college’s mission to educate, mentor, and inspire students through scientific inquiry and hands-on learning. Our objective is to advance the art and science of health and human movement.  We offer two B.S. degree programs (General Kinesiology and Physical Education Teacher Education) and an M.S. degree in Kinesiology. Five new undergraduate minors (Public Health, Sport & Social Justice, Adapted Physical Activity, Exercise Science, and Strength and Conditioning) and four new Master’s options (Adapted Physical Education, General Kinesiology, Health & Human Performance, and PE Leadership & Advocacy) are expected to launch in AY 2025-26. The KHP Department contains a vibrant, interdisciplinary faculty with expertise in adapted physical activity, biomechanics, cultural studies of sport and exercise, exercise physiology, health promotion, PE teacher education, and stress management. We foster curiosity and a culture of scientific discovery through our four research laboratories (the Mind & Heart Research Lab, the Motor Development Clinic, Human Performance Lab, and the Motor Neuroscience Lab), and our extensive service learning programming. We have three active student groups (the KHP club, Pre-PT/OT club & KHP Grad Connect) who prepare their members for impactful contributions to the fields of KHP. Underpinning all our operations is a commitment to professional respect, cohesion, inclusivity, diversity appreciation, and equity for all individuals.

Position description: The Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion (KHP) at Cal Poly Pomona invites applications for the position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the 2025-26 academic year. We are interested in candidates with expertise in Public Health who are excited to lead the development of our Public Health initiatives. This role includes driving forward our new Public Health minor (undergraduate), supporting existing service-learning programming, expanding community collaborations, and strengthening graduate-level scholarship.

We are looking for candidates who value the distinctive Cal Poly learn-by-doing approach, exemplify the Teacher Scholar Model, and embody the KHP core values. The successful candidate will be expected to further the diversity and excellence of the academic community through inclusive teaching, research and service. Applicants whose work incorporates a commitment to social change, health equity, and/or a global perspective are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates will develop new courses, modify existing offerings, and may be asked to teach the following depending on expertise and department needs:

• KIN 2050 Applied Health and Well-being
• KIN 2070 Health and Well-being
• KIN 2700 Stress Management for Healthy Living
• KIN 2300 Foundations of Public Health and Applied Epidemiology
• KIN 3400 Health Disparities and Social Justice
• KIN 3600 Research Methods in Health and Human Movement
• KIN 4650/A Intervention Design and Evaluation/Activity
• KIN 4700 Emotional Wellbeing and Stress Prevention
• KIN 5500 Community Engaged Research
• KIN 5900 Applied Inquiry and Research Design
• KIN 5910 Data Literacy, Analysis, and Synthesis
• KIN 5920 Critical Analysis of Research
• KIN 5930 Research Colloquium

Minimum requirements include:

• • Doctorate (DPH, PhD, EdD) in Public Health or related field (Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position).
  • Demonstrates potential to be effective in college teaching related to Public Health
  • Commitment to contribute, teach, and engage in a multicultural environment with a diverse student body (>50% URM). [Evidence should be provided in a Student Success Statement that responds to the “Inclusive Excellence and Student Success” prompt above].
  • Commitment to service-learning, community-engaged learning, community-based participatory research and/or action research.
  • Demonstrates potential for a strong research, scholarly and creative agenda in Public Health
  • Demonstrates potential to grow our Public Health footprint with a forward thinking, growth mindset.
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• • Master’s in Public Health (MPH)
  • Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
  • Potential to secure external funding
  • Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate research
  • Willingness to develop new courses and/or course materials
  • Experience successfully collaborating with diverse populations
  • Experience working in the Public Health field 
  • Involvement and/or leadership positions in professional organizations

Conditions of Employment: The person offered this position is required to pass a background check.

Application Process:

A completed application will consist of:                                                                                                                                              

• • • Cover letter in which you describe your interest in the position, relevant experience, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications;
    • A Student Success Statement (2 page max, single-spaced) that responds to the “Inclusive Excellence and Student Success” prompt above and addresses at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria listed (please indicate the criteria numbers in your Statement).
    • Curriculum vitae;
    • Teaching Philosophy statement that demonstrates your commitment to service-learning and/or community-engaged learning (2 page max);
    • Proposed 5-year research plan that demonstrates student involvement and your commitment to community-based participatory research and/or action research (2 page max);
    • Current unofficial transcript showing highest degree earned/pursuing;
    • The names and contact information for at least three individuals who can speak to your potential for success in this position;

Finalists for the position will be required to:

• • provide official transcripts for highest degree before the on-campus interview;
  • provide three letters of reference (on letterhead, signed and dated within the last two years);
  • give a teaching demonstration (topic shall be suggested by the search committee), as well as a scholarly presentation of their research/creative activities to faculty and students.

For the first round of reviews, all application materials must be received by Monday, November 11^th 2024 at 11.59pm (Pacific Time) Consideration of completed applications will begin on Tuesday, November 12^th 2024.  The position will remain open until filled. Early response is encouraged.  Electronic submission of all application materials must be submitted online via PageUp—online application portal—for University hires.

Applications accepted only via PageUp—online application portal—for University hires.

Inquiries:

Please direct inquiries regarding the application process and/or the Department should be directed to the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee, Dr. Lara Killick at khpsearch@cpp.edu 

Equal Opportunity Employer

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The university seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing. Cal Poly Pomona subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. The university hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. As required by the Clery Disclosure Act, the university prepares a public annual security report.