Assistant Professor, American Indian Studies (Community-Engaged)

CSULB; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CSULB is seeking an Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies in Long Beach to teach and develop AIS courses, support curriculum growth, and mentor students in community-engaged research with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities. The role emphasizes diversity, equity, and public scholarship aligned with Tribal sovereignty and ethical collaboration.

The successful candidate will teach general education AIS courses, contribute to a future BA in AIS, and engage in research and service

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Ed.D., MFA, JD, or other appropriate terminal degree in American Indian Studies, Native American Studies, Indigenous Studies, Ethnic Studies, or a related discipline. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion by August 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower- and upper-division courses in American Indian Studies.
• Teach core AIS courses, including general education offerings.
• Develop courses supporting AIS Minor and Certificate.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of a future BA curriculum in AIS.
• Mentor students in community-engaged research with Tribal and Indigenous partners.
• Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and program review.
• Contribute to grant proposals and external partnerships; participate in shared governance.

Skills

Discipline expertise

Tribal community-engaged research

Mentoring students

Curriculum development

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Terminal degree in AIS/Native/Indigenous/ Ethnic Studies

Job description

CSULB is seeking an Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies in Long Beach to teach and develop AIS courses, support curriculum growth, and mentor students in community-engaged research with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities. The role emphasizes diversity, equity, and public scholarship aligned with Tribal sovereignty and ethical collaboration.

The successful candidate will teach general education AIS courses, contribute to a future BA in AIS, and engage in research and service