Tenure-Track NAIS Scholar: Indigenous Governance

Carleton College; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with 10%/2%

Medical, dental, vision, life and disb

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Carleton College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Native American and Indigenous Studies to begin September 2027. Ph.D. in American Studies, Ethnic Studies, or Native American and Indigenous Studies is strongly preferred; applicants with a Ph.D.

in another field will be considered if interdisciplinary training is evident. The position involves teaching NAIS and core American Studies courses.

Qualifications

• PhD in hand or expected by Sept 1, 2027.
• Strong record in Native American and Indigenous Studies or related fields.
• Ability to teach courses in Native American governance, literatures, arts, or Dakota studies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Native American and Indigenous Studies and core American Studies courses.
• Contribute to a developing Native American and Indigenous Studies minor and Indigenous engagement initiatives.

Skills

Interdisciplinary research

Community engagement

Inclusive teaching

Education

PhD in American Studies

PhD in Ethnic Studies

PhD in Native American & Indigenous Studies

Job description

Carleton College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Native American and Indigenous Studies to begin September 2027. Ph.D. in American Studies, Ethnic Studies, or Native American and Indigenous Studies is strongly preferred; applicants with a Ph.D.

in another field will be considered if interdisciplinary training is evident. The position involves teaching NAIS and core American Studies courses.