Assistant Professor: Asian American Literature & Creative Writing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Asian American Literature with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. We seek scholars with comparative or transnational approaches and a willingness to teach courses across the English major and related programs.

Responsibilities include teaching a wide range of courses at the upper-division and graduate levels, advising

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by Aug 2027 or evidence of degree completion prior to appointment.
• Ability to balance teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Evidence of successful, high-quality teaching.
• Active research program with potential for peer-reviewed publications.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach a wide range of courses in English, comparative literature, and linguistics (upper-division, graduate MA, lower-division, general education).
• Advise students, serve on committees, and participate in department and university life.
• Possibly teach Asian American Literature, Asian Literature, and courses in children’s literature or creative writing.
• Maintain an active reasearch program and contribute to diversity and excellence initiatives.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research program

Diversity commitment

Collegial participation

Education

Ph.D. in English/Comparative Literature (Asian American Lit focus)

Job description

The Department of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Asian American Literature with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. We seek scholars with comparative or transnational approaches and a willingness to teach courses across the English major and related programs.

Responsibilities include teaching a wide range of courses at the upper-division and graduate levels, advising