Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies

Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies

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Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time

The San Diego State University Department of Asian American Studies seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in Asian American Health and/or Environmental Humanities. Open to a wide range of humanities approaches and methods but must be willing to engage the public in area of expertise.

Apply via Page Up by November 19, 2025.

The Department of Asian American Studies was recently formed in 2025 and offers an undergraduate minor and major as well as a range of general education and broad interest courses. Substantial external support for the department was provided by the Mellon Foundation for AY, and this hire will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to building this new department and extending its broader activities and relationships.

The department partners with the university’s vibrant APIDA Center, which facilitates student engagement, cultural, and research activities. To learn more, please visit aas.sdsu.edu and apida.sdsu.edu.

Required qualifications by date of application

A record of original research / scholarly / creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to a) develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity, b) teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and c) engage in both campus and professional service activities.

• Ability to teach across disciplines in areas of expertise, including cross-listed courses and courses within other units within the College of Arts and Letters, as appropriate

Required qualifications by date of hire

Terminal degree in Asian American Studies or Humanities discipline, with all degree requirements met.

Preferred qualifications

Demonstrated or emerging evidence of establishing community-based practices, partnership(s), or internships in area of specialty

Ability to teach either Asian American History or Power, Politics, and Asian America

Ability to direct advanced undergraduate student research

Demonstrated proficiency in interdisciplinary, disciplinary, and collaborative approaches and methodologies, as appropriate

Potential for securing internal and/or extramural funding

Apply via Page Up by November 19, 2025, providing the following materials:
Names and contact information for three references

Cover letter, including information indicating how the applicant meets or will meet required qualifications, preferred qualifications, and “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria (max 4 pages, single-spaced)

Names and contact information for three references

Sample syllabus for your specialty area (lower- or upper-division)

Writing sample

The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is from $83,000-$86,000. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.

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