Endowed Native American Studies Chair — Scholar Leader

University of Redlands; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Redlands invites applications for the Yuhaaviatam Endowed Chair of Native American Studies, a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Race and Ethnic Studies. The chair will expand the Native American Studies curriculum and serve as a visible academic and community leader, building partnerships with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities in Southern California.

The successful candidate will mentor Native students, translate scholarship into career

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or J.D. (or near completion) required at appointment.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Tenure-track Assistant Professor; possible Associate Professor.
• Experience with Native American communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expand Native American Studies curriculum with interdisciplinary courses.
• Cultivate relationships with Tribal Nations and community partners.
• Mentor Native American students and support recruitment.
• Advance experiential learning and internships in Tribal priorities.
• Lead community-engaged scholarship and partnerships.

Skills

Tribal Nations engagement

Mentoring Indigenous students

Interdisciplinary curriculum design

Community-engaged scholarship

Partnership development

Tribal governance/public policy/ed

Education

Ph.D. or J.D. (or near completion)

Job description

The University of Redlands invites applications for the Yuhaaviatam Endowed Chair of Native American Studies, a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Race and Ethnic Studies. The chair will expand the Native American Studies curriculum and serve as a visible academic and community leader, building partnerships with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities in Southern California.

The successful candidate will mentor Native students, translate scholarship into career