Clinical Assistant Professor of Health and Human Sciences

The Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering invites applicants for a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Health and Human Sciences, with expertise in kinesiology and / or exercise science.

This position will begin in Fall 2025. This 3-year position runs on a 9-month contract beginning August 15, 2025, with the possibility of an extension.

LMU offers highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages.

At LMU, we are committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and social justice. The successful candidate will incorporate expertise into teaching courses to support the Department Mission ().

Applicants with expertise or a strong interest in community-based learning (CBL) are strongly encouraged to apply. Priority areas of instruction will depend on individual expertise and could include, but are not limited to :

• Health services in marginalized populations
• Public health, global and community health
• Exercise for special populations
• Bioethics
• Kinesiology, biomechanics
• Strength & conditioning
• Anatomy & physiology

In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will advise and mentor undergraduate students majoring or minoring in Health and Human Sciences and will coordinate our mandatory student internship course, which includes professional development instruction.

There will also be opportunities to collaborate on interdisciplinary initiatives that promote social justice, health equity, and community engagement.

The University and the Department of Health and Human Sciences have a strong commitment to promoting cultural and ethnic diversity within the faculty and student body.

Applicants with experience or interest in fostering an inclusive academic environment are encouraged to highlight this in their application.

Required qualifications : An ideal candidate will have :

1. a master’s degree is required in a field related to kinesiology, health, and / or rehabilitative science; or a terminal professional degree (Ph.

• D., Ed.D., DPT or equivalent);
• 2. ability to incorporate innovative pedagogies or technologies in their teaching;

3. demonstrated multicultural competency and experience interacting effectively with diverse groups of people;*

4.a professional and approachable demeanor, with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring.*

To be demonstrated in the cover letter and / or teaching philosophy.

Both #3 and #4 above are to be documented through a) submitted letters of recommendation, b) teaching evaluations, c) statement on DEI and / or d) publicly available institutional data.

Preferred Qualifications :

1. Experience or interest in teaching and scholarship that attempts, where feasible, to promote community-based (CBL) or service learning which guides students in the integration of science and social justice is ideal.

Application Process :

Interested applicants should apply online through LMU’s online job portal at . Applications should include :

• 1. Curriculum vitae, including any prior teaching experience (required);
• 2. Statement of teaching interests and teaching philosophy (required);
• 3. Statement that addresses past and / or potential contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion. (required);

This might include :

• research, teaching and / or service that has prepared the candidate to contribute to the engagement and inclusion of diverse audiences in higher education;
• contributions to diverse perspectives and ways of knowing and learning;
• professional experience with a specific focus on underserved communities or nations.

4. Contact information of three (3) references. (required)

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2024 .

For questions, please contact the Health and Human Sciences search committee Chair, Dr. Jenevieve Roper ().

Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process can notify the Seaver College of Science and Engineering Associate Suzanne Larson ().

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Faculty RegularReasonable expected salary : $80,000.00Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society.

LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law.

We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)