Open Rank Faculty Position in Kinesiology - Department of Kinesiology and Public Health

BIOLA UNIVERSITY - LA MIRADA, CALIFORNIA

Address of Job Location: 13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada, CA 90639

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Job Summary:
Full time

Job Description:
The Department of Kinesiology and Public Health (KPH) is now accepting applications for an open rank faculty position for the B.S. in Kinesiology program to begin in August 2026.

The School of Science, Technology, and Health (SSTH) serves both graduate and undergraduate students. The undergraduate program of the SSTH is the largest among the eight schools that comprise Biola University. Our mission is to train professionals who are grounded in a Christian worldview, are intellectually and technically proficient and are prepared to provide clear moral leadership in their respective fields. Our school is committed to a biblical vision of unity where diverse believers work together as one body under the lordship of Christ. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences are encouraged to apply.

Biola is an evangelical Christian university in which faculty endorse a university statement of Christian faith and community values, and are committed to the integration of faith and learning. Candidates must be willing to support Biola’s mission, and preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a clear commitment to the integration of faith into their scholarship and teaching. Biola serves a student body of over 5,500 undergraduate and graduate students and is accredited by WASC.

As a private Christian University, Biola seeks faculty whose personal theological beliefs are in agreement with the Biola Theological Positions and maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Biola Standard of Conduct.

Applicants should send their CV, one-page statement of interest, and one-page Christian testimony through this online system. Review of applications will start immediately until the position is filled. If you have questions about items for the application, please contact Fay Jaime Executive Assistant/ Director of Operations at fay.jaime@biola.edu.

Hiring Range: $82,047.00 - 128,910.00 annual

Job Responsibilities:
Provide instruction in Kinesiology on a variety of subjects in the traditional undergraduate program, academic advising, and mentorship of students in their faith and future careers. Possibly provide instruction in the Public Health program that is aligned with expertise.
Demonstrate excellent communication, accountability, and initiative, along with a strong Christian commitment and interest in the integration of faith with learning.
Provide strategic leadership in the department (e.g., department chair, DPT development lead).
Participate in course, curriculum, and program development, including contributing to the pursuit of program accreditation and strategic planning for graduate-level program growth.
Work collaboratively with diverse colleagues, students, and community members.
Participate in campus, university, and community service activities.
Participate in student recruitment and retention activities.

Job Requirements:
Seeking candidates who:
Hold an earned academic doctoral degree. A doctorate in Physical Therapy is preferred. At minimum, hold a Doctoral degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Biomechanics, Public Health, or a similar area.
Maintain current certification/licensure in the area of expertise. Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS) through NSCA is highly desired.
Articulate leadership experience that effectively inspires others and balances energy focused on current needs and future growth.
Display commitment to high-quality instruction in an in-person or online student-centered environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Individuals must possess knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities

Expiration Date of Job Posting: March 31, 2026