Assistant Professor, American Studies — Equity & Justice

California State University; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for a tenured/tenure-track instructional faculty position in American Studies. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in American Studies and contribute to curriculum development focused on place, space, and abolition in the Long Beach and Southern California communities.

We seek scholars with a Ph.D. in American Studies, a strong research program, and a demonstrated commitment to working with diverse student

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in American Studies or related field by Aug 1, 2027 (official notification acceptable).
• Evidence of, or clear potential for, effective undergraduate teaching.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly and creative activities.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses, including core and elective American Studies offerings (in-person, hybrid, online, or mixed).
• Assist in curriculum development on comparative frameworks of place, space, and abolition focusing on Long Beach and Southern California communities.
• Maintain a research agenda leading to publication and collaborate with program faculty to grow CSULB’s American Studies Program.
• Participate in regional and national American Studies organizations.
• Contribute to service to the department, college, university, and community.

Skills

Teaching

Diversity commitment

Research potential

Education

Ph.D. in American Studies

Job description

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for a tenured/tenure-track instructional faculty position in American Studies. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in American Studies and contribute to curriculum development focused on place, space, and abolition in the Long Beach and Southern California communities.

We seek scholars with a Ph.D. in American Studies, a strong research program, and a demonstrated commitment to working with diverse student