Assistant Professor of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics, specialization in Asia[

Position

The Department of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure‑track position as an Assistant Professor of Asian American literature with a desired ability to also teach courses in children's literature or creative writing. The appointment will begin in Fall 2027. CSUF is dedicated to the goal of continuing to build a diverse community of scholars and learners and strongly encourages applications from candidates who can demonstrate through their teaching, research, or service that they can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community.

For this tenure‑track position in Asian American literature, scholars with comparative or transnational approaches are especially encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in scholars with additional expertise in teaching creative writing or children's literature. Tertiary teaching expertise in contemporary literatures, comparative literatures, and/or feminist/women's literature. The appointee will be expected to teach a wide range of courses in all areas of the English major, both at the upper‑division and graduate (M.A.) levels, as well as lower‑division, introductory, and general education courses.

Teaching assignments may include courses in Asian American Literature, Asian Literature, survey courses in American or Comparative Literature, and/or courses in children's literature or creative writing. Faculty generally teach 3 to 4 classes per semester. A reduced teaching load is provided for the first two years. Evidence of an active research program and high‑quality teaching is required. 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.

• Ph.D. in English, Comparative Literature, or a related field with an emphasis in Asian American Literature or a related field is required by August 2027. ABDs must show evidence of degree completion prior to appointment.
• Ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Evidence of successful, high‑quality teaching.
• Active research program with demonstrated evidence of, or clear potential for, high‑quality peer‑reviewed publication.
• Potential for collegial participation in departmental, campus, and disciplinary communities.
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

• Experience in teaching children's literature or creative writing
• Tertiary emphasis in contemporary literature, queer literatures, feminist or women's literatures.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

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