Assistant Professor, Asian American Studies; emphasis in Asian American or Pacific Islander​/Native Pacific

Assistant Professor, Asian American Studies

The Department of Asian American Studies at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with appointment to begin Fall 2026. We seek a teacher-scholar of ethnic studies or related fields with an emphasis in Asian American or Pacific Islander/Native Pacific studies.

CSUF faculty are committed teachers/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, individually mentored projects, and faculty-student collaborations on papers and presentations. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, serve on departmental and university-wide committees, and engage in community work. The primary responsibilities of the person in this position will include the development and teaching of introductory and core courses in Asian American studies and ethnic studies and the development of courses in their area(s) of specialization.

This faculty member will also be responsible for producing scholarship or creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.

Required Qualifications:

• 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 in 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Emphases 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

Application:

A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit , choose full-time faculty, search for the 553089 and provide the following required materials:

• Cover letter addressing the required and/or preferred qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• 500-word-maximum teaching statement describing experience and philosophy
• 500-word-maximum research statement describing current and future projects
• 500-word-maximum service statement describing experience and interests
• 500-word-maximum statement on commitment to inclusive excellence:
• Sample syllabi (i.e., previously taught and new course proposals in area of expertise)
• Teaching peer observations
• Professional development training
• One writing sample (ABD applicants to provide a minimum of 2 dissertation chapters)
• A list of three references with relevant contact information

Semi-finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the references to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses of three individuals who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter.

You may verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging into your applicant portal.

Semi-finalists and/or finalists may be asked to submit additional materials for further consideration (e.g., scholarly articles, portfolio, etc.). Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review).

Please direct all questions about the position to Search Committee Chair Dr. Eliza Noh at .

Final date to receive applications:

To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 9, 2025. The anticipated appointment date is Fall 2026. The position is open until filled.