Assistant Professor, Asian American Studies & Ethnic Studies

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Asian American Studies with an emphasis in ethnic studies or related fields in Asian American or Pacific Islander/Native Pacific studies. The appointment begins Fall 2027, with potential for advanced rank and up to two years of service credit toward tenure.

CSUF faculty are committed to teaching, research, and service, and the department seeks a scholar and teacher who can develop

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in ethnic studies, history, or related fields by time of appointment.
• Ability to teach a wide range of Asian American studies and ethnic studies courses.
• Commitment to undergraduate teaching.
• Scholarly/creative accomplishments appropriate to rank.
• Commitment to department/university, professional, and community service.
• Experience collaborating with colleagues.
• Ability to balance teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Commitment to working with intersecting marginalized student groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach introductory and core courses in Asian American studies.
• Develop courses in area of specialization.
• Produce scholarship or creative work toward tenure.
• Contribute to department and university life; advise students and serve on committees.
• Engage with community work and participate in broader disciplinary communities.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student mentorship

Scholarly/creative record

Community engagement

Team collaboration

Equity-minded

Broad teaching ability

Education

Ph.D. in ethnic studies, history, or related fields

Job description

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Asian American Studies with an emphasis in ethnic studies or related fields in Asian American or Pacific Islander/Native Pacific studies. The appointment begins Fall 2027, with potential for advanced rank and up to two years of service credit toward tenure.

CSUF faculty are committed to teaching, research, and service, and the department seeks a scholar and teacher who can develop