Assistant Professor, Asian American Studies; emphasis in Asian American or Pacific Isla

Assistant Professor, Asian American Studies

The Department of Asian American Studies (ASAM) at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) invites applications for a tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant or advanced Assistant Professor in Asian American Studies with an appointment to begin Fall 2026. The advanced rank includes up to two years of service credit counted toward probation.

CSUF is an equal opportunity employer and a minority‑serving institution. It is a Hispanic‑Serving Institution with a Seal of Excelencia and is committed to student success, equity, and inclusion.

The faculty member will teach and mentor students, develop and teach introductory and core courses in Asian American and ethnic studies, and develop courses in their area(s) of specialization. The primary responsibilities include scholarship or creative work commensurate with tenure requirements, participation in departmental life, advising students, serving on committees, and contributing to broader university and disciplinary communities.

• Ph.D. in ethnic studies or related field, with an emphasis in Asian American or Pacific Islander/Native Pacific studies, by the time of appointment
• Ability to teach a wide range of Asian American studies and ethnic studies courses
• Demonstrated commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching
• Strong record of scholarly or creative accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment
• Demonstrated commitment to department, university, professional, and community service
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues
• Ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship/creative activity, and service
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups

• Emphasis in history; cultural studies (literature, digital/media studies, music); colonialism, empire, and war; queer of color theories; women of color feminist theories; diaspora; and/or community and social movements
• Interdisciplinary, intersectional and/or comparative approaches
• Evidence of effective use of a variety of instructional methods and learning modalities
• Evidence of successful scholarly/creative works and publications
• Evidence of engagement with student co‑curricular activities and Asian American or Pacific Islander/Native Pacific communities

A complete online application must be submitted by December 9, 2025. Submit the following:

• Cover letter addressing required and/or preferred qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• 500‑word teaching statement describing experience and philosophy
• 500‑word research statement describing current and future projects
• 500‑word service statement describing experience and interests
• 500‑word statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (describing perspective on promoting a diverse student population)

Applicants may also provide samples of teaching syllabi, peer observations, professional development, writing samples (for ABD applicants), and references as supporting materials.

Annual salary range is $6,221–$13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments). Anticipated hiring range is $7,465–$7,608 per month. Health, vision, dental, and retirement benefits are available. Additional research grants and reduced teaching loads may be offered.

CSUF is an equal opportunity employer and a minority‑serving institution. The University prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected category.

Questions about the position should be directed to Search Committee Chair Dr. Eliza Noh at enoh.