Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Sports Medicine – Biomechanics/Neuromechanics beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants who will have a completed Ph.D. by August 1, 2026 in biomechanics, neuroscience, or closely related fields will be considered while candidates with post-doctoral experience are preferred. If you are seeking a tenure line faculty appointment as a scholar/educator at a premier Christian university committed to the highest standards of the liberal arts and kinesiology, then we encourage you to apply.

Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research. Successful candidates will actively contribute to a rigorous curriculum in the exercise sciences, with demonstrated doctoral/postdoctoral preparation for teaching undergraduate coursework in biomechanics as well as at least one other area within exercise science/kinesiology such as biostatistics, neuroscience, exercise physiology, functional anatomy, and  kinesiology. In addition to teaching expectations, candidates are expected to establish a productive research program that involves undergraduate students. Current research interests in the department include human performance in hypoxia, nutritional considerations for elite athletes, exercise during the perinatal period, and motor-control adapted populations. Well-equipped exercise science laboratories are available for teaching and research. Scholarly collaboration among Sports Medicine faculty as well as with faculty from other disciplines (e.g., biology, nutrition, chemistry, physics, etc.) is encouraged.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College.

Application Instructions

Review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. 

To submit application materials please click here: https://apply.interfolio.com/171067

Applicants should submit:

• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae 
• A statement indicating how the candidate will support the Christian mission of the University, including their current involvement in a community of faith
• Transcripts of all graduate work (unofficial copies are acceptable during the application process; however, official transcripts will be required for selected applicants)
• Names and contact information for three references (these should be the same individuals who will provide a Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation if the candidate proceeds with interviews). 

Applicants invited to interview may be asked to provide:

• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A statement detailing the candidate’s scholarly agenda
• Three confidential letters of recommendation.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Individuals will be required to disclose criminal convictions on a designated form after receiving a conditional offer of employment; failure to disclose accurate information may result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $90,174 - $96,257 per year

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Any inquiries about this position should be sent to:

Dr. Cooker Storm, Professor of Sports Medicine (cooker.storm@pepperdine.edu)
Natural Science Division
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263