Clinical Assistant Professor

Posting Details

Posting Details Business Title Clinical Assistant Professor Department Health Science and Human Performance Posting Category Faculty Salary Plan Faculty - AAUP Job Summary The Department of Health Sciences & Human Performance (HSHP) in the College of Health at Cleveland State University is seeking to fill a nine-month, tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor position beginning August 17, 2026.

Primary duties for the position include teaching courses in the Exercise and Health Sciences programs; assisting with clinical education and lab supervision; being involved in ongoing curriculum development/evaluation; mentoring/advising students; and providing academic, professional, and/or community service. This position will also assist with accreditation support, coordination and clinical supervision, clinical compliance, assessments of student learning, and the development of community partnerships. This is an on-campus position.

The Department of Health Sciences & Human Performance offers innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, including a CAAHEP-accredited Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with two distinct tracks (General and Pre-Physical Therapy) and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with six distinct tracks (Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physician Assistant Science, Health Promotion, General Interest, and Associate Degree Completion). The department is housed in the College of Health (COH), along with the departments of Physical Therapy, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Music Therapy, the School of Social Work, and the School of Nursing. Together, the COH offers more than 23 undergraduate and graduate programs in health professions, nursing programs, social work, and related certificate programs all designed to provide clinical and experiential learning, interprofessional practice, and scholarship opportunities. The COH operates two on-site health clinics that provide hands-on training to our students and health care to our communities. The College of Health is committed to preparing highly qualified practitioners to meet the needs of all individuals in the ever-changing healthcare, fitness, and wellness landscapes.

CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all. Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Exercise Science, Health Science, Health Education, Human Performance, Kinesiology or related field by June 1, 2026. Persons who are ABD will be hired at the rank of Instructor.
• Minimum of three years of clinically relevant work experience;
• Ability to teach a variety of core courses in the HSHP Department, including exercise physiology, health promotion, wellness, anatomy and physiology, and related core courses;
• Evidence of strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate and work in teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, especially in higher education, both in person and online (e.g. full university course coordination, teaching in an accredited program, graduate level teaching, and other teaching such as continuing education and guest lectures);
• Experience integrating technology into teaching;
• Relevant industry certifications/licensures (e.g. ACSM, GXMO, CHES, NBHWC, NSCA, CSCS);
• Professional, academic, and/or community service and/or leadership (e.g. active involvement in professional/community organizations, evidence of committee work, community volunteer in health-related activities, advocacy efforts, etc.);
• Familiarity with curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment aligned with accreditation standards;
• Experience with clinical education coordination and supervision of students in laboratory and clinical settings.
  
  

Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting Special Instructions to Applicants Applicant Instructions Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25743. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by February 22, 2026. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Andrew Lammers, a.Lammers13@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

• Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications – this letter must also include a brief statement of your teaching, research, and service philosophies
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of teaching experience – applicants with teaching experience must include evidence of effective teaching and/or supervision (a list of courses taught and teaching evaluations/reviews)
• Unofficial transcript*
• Optional – License/Certificate (if applicable)
• Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf

*Candidates invited to interview will need to submit official transcripts of the highest degree earned and a copy of relevant certifications/licensure.

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information. Hiring Range /Pay Rate Advertising Copy Job Summary:
The Department of Health Sciences & Human Performance (HSHP) in the College of Health at Cleveland State University is seeking to fill a nine-month, tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor position beginning August 17, 2026.

Primary duties for the position include teaching courses in the Exercise and Health Sciences programs; assisting with clinical education and lab supervision; being involved in ongoing curriculum development/evaluation; mentoring/advising students; and providing academic, professional, and/or community service. This position will also assist with accreditation support, coordination and clinical supervision, clinical compliance, assessments of student learning, and the development of community partnerships. This is an on-campus position.

The Department of Health Sciences & Human Performance offers innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, including a CAAHEP-accredited Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with two distinct tracks (General and Pre-Physical Therapy) and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with six distinct tracks (Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physician Assistant Science, Health Promotion, General Interest, and Associate Degree Completion). The department is housed in the College of Health (COH), along with the departments of Physical Therapy, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Music Therapy, the School of Social Work, and the School of Nursing. Together, the COH offers more than 23 undergraduate and graduate programs in health professions, nursing programs, social work, and related certificate programs all designed to provide clinical and experiential learning, interprofessional practice, and scholarship opportunities. The COH operates two on-site health clinics that provide hands-on training to our students and health care to our communities. The College of Health is committed to preparing highly qualified practitioners to meet the needs of all individuals in the ever-changing healthcare, fitness, and wellness landscapes.

CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Doctorate in Exercise Science, Health Science, Health Education, Human Performance, Kinesiology or related field by June 1, 2026. Persons who are ABD will be hired at the rank of Instructor.
• Minimum of three years of clinically relevant work experience;
• Ability to teach a variety of core courses in the HSHP Department, including exercise physiology, health promotion, wellness, anatomy and physiology, and related core courses;
• Evidence of strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate and work in teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in teaching, especially in higher education, both in person and online (e.g. full university course coordination, teaching in an accredited program, graduate level teaching, and other teaching such as continuing education and guest lectures);
• Experience integrating technology into teaching;
• Relevant industry certifications/licensures (e.g. ACSM, GXMO, CHES, NBHWC, NSCA, CSCS);
• Professional, academic, and/or community service and/or leadership (e.g. active involvement in professional/community organizations, evidence of committee work, community volunteer in health-related activities, advocacy efforts, etc.);
• Familiarity with curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment aligned with accreditation standards;
• Experience with clinical education coordination and supervision of students in laboratory and clinical settings.

Application Instructions:
Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25743. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by February 22, 2026. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Andrew Lammers, a.Lammers13@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

• Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications – this letter must also include a brief statement of your teaching, research, and service philosophies
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of teaching experience – applicants with teaching experience must include evidence of effective teaching and/or supervision (a list of courses taught and teaching evaluations/reviews)
• Unofficial transcript*
• Optional – License/Certificate (if applicable)
• Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf

*Candidates invited to interview will need to submit official transcripts of the highest degree earned and a copy of relevant certifications/licensure.

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information. Posted Date 01/20/2026 Close Date/Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Review Begins 02/23/2026 Tentative Start Date August 17, 2026

Supplemental Questions

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Application Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Experience (e.g. Course Evals, etc.)
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• License /Certificate