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California State University, Bakersfield

Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies

Position Number: 9885776
Location: Bakersfield, United States
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Human Development & Family Studies

Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies

Position: Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies

Type: Tenure-Track Academic Year: 2027-2028 Available: Fall 2027

Location: Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS)

College of Social Sciences and Education

California State University, Bakersfield

9001 Stockdale Highway

Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099

Contact: Dr. Elaine Correa, Professor and Chair

ecorrea1@csub.edu

Application Deadline: Priority consideration will be given to complete applications submitted by November 30, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline may be reviewed at the discretion of the committee until the position is filled.

University Background: CSU Bakersfield, founded in 1970, is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. CSU Bakersfield's service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and is home to a socially and ethnically diverse population. CSU Bakersfield is the only four-year degree granting institution within a 100-mile radius. Due to this, CSU Bakersfield has a vital role in educational obtainment, economic development, and quality of life within the region. The campus serves approximately 9,400 undergraduate students and 1,350 graduate, credential, and post-baccalaureate students. CSU Bakersfield is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

The accolades recently received by CSU Bakersfield include: #18 in Top Public Schools in the West and #21 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (U.S. News & World Report, 2026), 4.5 out of 5 stars and named one of America's Best Colleges (Money, 2026), #8 in Master's Universities, #17 in Best Bang for the Buck: West, and #44 in Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars (Washington Monthly, 2025), #4 in California Mobility Index (College Futures Foundation, 2025), #23 in Social Mobility Index (CollegeNET, 2025), #9 in Economic Mobility Index (Third Way, 2024), and in the Top 50 Most Affordable Colleges and Universities in the US (University HQ, 2025).

Commitment to Diversity: The Department of Human Development and Family Studies within the College of Social Sciences and Education at CSU Bakersfield is committed to academic and inclusive excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.

College Information: The College of Social Sciences and Education houses 12 departments. For more information about the College and program area, please visit www.csub.edu/sse.

Department Information: The Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) supports an inclusive learning community where diverse perspectives, beliefs, and values are recognized, respected, and seen as a source of strength. HDFS courses are designed to encourage student engagement, interaction, and learning along several dimensions, including race, ethnicity and national origins, gender and gender identity expression, sexuality, socio-economic class, age, religion, language, disability, and status (veteran, military, immigrant, migrant, refugee, previously incarcerated). Our intellectual classroom learning space is a safe environment that fosters open and honest dialogue where everyone belongs. Scientific inquiry, critical thinking, diverse viewpoints, and intellectual curiosity enrich learning and are strongly encouraged to enhance deeper understanding.

Position Description and Duties: We seek an individual with expertise in Human Development and Family Studies. Responsibilities of the position include:

Design and teach courses at the Bakersfield campus leading to a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies.
Design and teach courses offered by the Human Development and Family Studies program as part of General Education, First Year Seminar, and/or other University Requirements.
Create and utilize Open Educational Resources (OER), Zero-Cost Course Materials (ZCCM), and Open Educational Pedagogies (OEP).
Participate in the development of an outcome-based curriculum.
Participate in student practicum and placement evaluations.
Mentor undergraduate students.
Engage in scholarly activities, including but not limited to research and publication, grants, and presentations at professional conferences.
Participate in department, college, university, and community service, including service related to one's academic expertise and assignments related to University governance.
Participate in the broader Human Development and Family Studies areas, especially within the local area.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child, Adolescent and Family Studies, Special Education, Educational Counselling, or a related field from an accredited institution.

- ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is conferred by the first day of employment.

Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, or potential for effective teaching, of undergraduate courses in Human Development and Family Studies.
Record of, or demonstrated potential for, successful research and publication, including articulation of an active applied and/or basic research agenda and scholarship.
Strong background in human development and/or early childhood development, theory, and research.
Knowledge of the Teacher Education Performance criteria and experience supervising placements and practicums related to PK-3 teaching credential and/or counseling settings.
Experience creating and using Open Educational Resources (OER), Zero Cost Course Materials (ZCCM), and Open Educational Pedagogies (OEP).
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and equity within human development and early childhood education.

Demonstrated commitment to working with and teaching undergraduate students from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds, including first-generation students.

Rank and Salary:

Assistant Professor; salary based on qualifications and experience.
Anticipated annual salary range $74,652 - $86,000

Benefits: Faculty employee benefits are very competitive for the higher education sector. See the CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details about the CSU's excellent benefits package.

Application Process: Please apply online at the CSUB Careers site (https://careers.csub.edu/en-us/listing/). Submitted materials should include the following:

Cover letter describing interest in position, qualifications, and recent experience
Curriculum vitae
Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned
Three current professional references with names and contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicants.
A statement about fostering an inclusive classroom OR a statement describing your contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion through your teaching, scholarly activities, and/or service.

Background Check: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years, only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Authorization to Work: Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. CSUB is currently unable to sponsor new H-1B employment visas which are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee. For candidates already in the United States who hold a valid nonimmigrant visa (such as F-1, J-1, or O-1), CSU Bakersfield may consider filing a petition to change their status to H-1B if the $100,000 fee does not apply.

Out of State Employment: Per CSU-wide policy, all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty assignments include in-person duties that require an on-campus presence.

Mandated Reporter: The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. The person will also have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct or exploitation, dating or domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation under the CSU Interim Nondiscrimination Policy.

Clery Act: CSUB's annual crime report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus centers, such as our Antelope Valley Satellite Campus, and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from CSUB. The report also includes policies concerning security on campus, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, reporting crimes, sexual assault, and other subjects. Additionally, a daily log of offenses is maintained and can be reviewed at the front desk of the Department of Public Safety. You can obtain a copy of the annual report by contacting the Department of Public Safety/University Police at (661) 654-2111 or by logging on to their website at https://www.csub.edu/compliance/Clery.

EEO Statement: All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSUB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

CSUB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

CSUB is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At CSUB, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

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