Cal State University (CSU) LA
5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032, USA
Tenure-Track Faculty Position College of Arts and Letters Position : Department of Liberal Studies Assistant Professor of Environmental Humanities and Sustainability, with priority given to candidates with expertise in Humanities, Social Sciences, and/or Ethnic Studies disciplines. Starting Date : August, 2024 Minimum Qualifications : 1) An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in American Studies, Ethnic Studies, LGBTQ Studies, Science Technology and Medicine Studies, Urban Studies, Engaged Arts and Humanities, Digital Humanities, Museum Studies, Disability Studies, Prison Education Studies, Cultural Geography, Performance Studies, Animal Studies, Interdisciplinary Literary Studies, or a relevant discipline in the Humanities, Arts, or Social Sciences from an accredited institution (or equivalent) is required; however, applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered. For appointment, the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment (8/19/2024). 2) Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching experience. 3) Evidence of scholarly expertise in any field of the Humanities with a focus on urban environmental/sustainability situated within larger structures of unequal economic, political, social, and/or ideological relations: poverty, health, education, LGBTQ equity, environmental justice movements/activism/struggles, labor, food security, water/air/soil quality, energy, sustainable cities, housing, climate, and other quality of life issues. Preferred Qualifications : 1) Evidence of experience developing community engaged, environmental humanities projects with community partner organizations, and/or experts and knowledge producers outside the academy. 2) Evidence of experience with public/engaged environmental humanities approaches to scholarship and teaching. 3) Expertise in any of the following areas is preferred: focus on Asian American, African American; Native American/Indigenous, Chicana/o/x and/or Latina/o/x, people of color; LGBTQ; focus on Los Angeles history and culture, especially community-based arts or humanities dedicated to reducing environmental inequalities. 4) Evidence of expertise in teaching and scholarly activity for social-justice environmental equity, emphasizing intersectionality of multiple positionalities (including but not limited to, race, class, gender, sexuality, ability) with a focus on the knowledge and practices of Asian American, African American, Native American/Indigenous, Chicana/o/x and/or Latina/o/x, people of color who have historically been excluded from participation in environmental/sustainability work, or access to resources to redress environmental/sustainability inequalities and inequities. 5) Evidence of successful grant-writing. Duties : The primary professional responsibilities of instructional faculty members are: teaching, research, scholarship and/or creative activity, and service to the University, profession and to the community. These responsibilities generally include: advising students, participation in campus and system-wide committees, maintaining office hours, working collaboratively and productively with colleagues, and participation in traditional academic functions. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate Liberal Studies courses in the major core and in their area of expertise; develop, maintain, and support partnerships with local environmental organizations; mentor undergraduate students related to research or fieldwork experiences; actively participate in program and curriculum development, including collaboration with faculty across the university especially related to urban ecology initiatives; and maintain an active research profile. The successful candidate will be committed to the academic success of all our students and to an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates diversity and differences. To this end, the successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. In addition, the successful candidate will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in our University’s shared commitment to the principles of engagement, service, and the public good. Salary: Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience (anticipated hiring range: $83,400 - $85,704 annually) The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 23 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students, and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good. We offer nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service. Our 240,000 alumni reflect the City and County’s dynamic mix of populations. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work, and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. The College: The College of Arts & Letters at Cal State LA, is an engaged, diverse, and creative community committed to transforming lives through the study and practice of the arts and humanities. The College is home to nationally acclaimed undergraduate and graduate programs in the humanities and the visual, media, and performing arts, delivered by an award-winning faculty committed to helping students reach their full potential academically, professionally, creatively, and personally. Our nine departments (Art, Communication Studies, English, Liberal Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures, Music, Philosophy, Television, Film & Media Studies, and Theatre and Dance) include programs that lead to Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees, Bachelor and Master of Music degrees, and Master of Fine Arts degrees. The Department: The Liberal Studies Department at Cal State L.A. offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with options in: Elementary Subject Matter Teacher Preparation that allows students to acquire a broad-based education in multiple subjects with integrated teaching credentials from the Charter College of Education for elementary education or special education and a California State elementary subject matter waiver. Interdisciplinary Studies in Culture and Society that allows students to acquire an in-depth understanding of how ideology and discourse shape cultural traditions and social institutions. All Liberal Studies options place a strong emphasis on developing student skills in writing, information literacy, and analysis of diversity across disciplines, institutions, and media. Required Documentation: Please submit the following to the Search Committee Chair as part of the online application at the Apply link listed below: 1) a cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications. 2) a narrative statement describing your commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment with a substantial population of students who are among the first-generation of their family to attend a college or university. 3) a curriculum vitae. Finalists will be required to submit: *Official transcripts. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. * A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies by an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). Application: Deadline: For full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by November 6, 2023. Applications received after the deadline may be considered. To apply: please click the Apply Now icon on this page or visit Tenured/Tenure Track Faculty Positions or https://careers.calstatela.edu . Please address all questions to the search committee chair (Michael Willard) at: LBSSearch@calstatela.edu or 323-343-4100. Please type “Liberal Studies Environmental Humanities and Sustainability Application” in the subject line. Note: The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Beginning January 1, 2022, campuses may not hire or reappoint an Employee to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Requests for exceptions are very limited based on CSU Policy and must have prior written approval from the University President. 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 the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship. Advertised: Oct 06 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Tenure-Track Faculty Position College of Arts and Letters Position : Department of Liberal Studies Assistant Professor of Environmental Humanities and Sustainability, with priority given to candidates with expertise in Humanities, Social Sciences, and/or Ethnic Studies disciplines. Starting Date : August, 2024 Minimum Qualifications : 1) An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in American Studies, Ethnic Studies, LGBTQ Studies, Science Technology and Medicine Studies, Urban Studies, Engaged Arts and Humanities, Digital Humanities, Museum Studies, Disability Studies, Prison Education Studies, Cultural Geography, Performance Studies, Animal Studies, Interdisciplinary Literary Studies, or a relevant discipline in the Humanities, Arts, or Social Sciences from an accredited institution (or equivalent) is required; however, applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered. For appointment, the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment (8/19/2024). 2) Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching experience. 3) Evidence of scholarly expertise in any field of the Humanities with a focus on urban environmental/sustainability situated within larger structures of unequal economic, political, social, and/or ideological relations: poverty, health, education, LGBTQ equity, environmental justice movements/activism/struggles, labor, food security, water/air/soil quality, energy, sustainable cities, housing, climate, and other quality of life issues. Preferred Qualifications : 1) Evidence of experience developing community engaged, environmental humanities projects with community partner organizations, and/or experts and knowledge producers outside the academy. 2) Evidence of experience with public/engaged environmental humanities approaches to scholarship and teaching. 3) Expertise in any of the following areas is preferred: focus on Asian American, African American; Native American/Indigenous, Chicana/o/x and/or Latina/o/x, people of color; LGBTQ; focus on Los Angeles history and culture, especially community-based arts or humanities dedicated to reducing environmental inequalities. 4) Evidence of expertise in teaching and scholarly activity for social-justice environmental equity, emphasizing intersectionality of multiple positionalities (including but not limited to, race, class, gender, sexuality, ability) with a focus on the knowledge and practices of Asian American, African American, Native American/Indigenous, Chicana/o/x and/or Latina/o/x, people of color who have historically been excluded from participation in environmental/sustainability work, or access to resources to redress environmental/sustainability inequalities and inequities. 5) Evidence of successful grant-writing. Duties : The primary professional responsibilities of instructional faculty members are: teaching, research, scholarship and/or creative activity, and service to the University, profession and to the community. These responsibilities generally include: advising students, participation in campus and system-wide committees, maintaining office hours, working collaboratively and productively with colleagues, and participation in traditional academic functions. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate Liberal Studies courses in the major core and in their area of expertise; develop, maintain, and support partnerships with local environmental organizations; mentor undergraduate students related to research or fieldwork experiences; actively participate in program and curriculum development, including collaboration with faculty across the university especially related to urban ecology initiatives; and maintain an active research profile. The successful candidate will be committed to the academic success of all our students and to an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates diversity and differences. To this end, the successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. In addition, the successful candidate will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in our University’s shared commitment to the principles of engagement, service, and the public good. Salary: Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience (anticipated hiring range: $83,400 - $85,704 annually) The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 23 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students, and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good. We offer nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service. Our 240,000 alumni reflect the City and County’s dynamic mix of populations. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work, and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. The College: The College of Arts & Letters at Cal State LA, is an engaged, diverse, and creative community committed to transforming lives through the study and practice of the arts and humanities. The College is home to nationally acclaimed undergraduate and graduate programs in the humanities and the visual, media, and performing arts, delivered by an award-winning faculty committed to helping students reach their full potential academically, professionally, creatively, and personally. Our nine departments (Art, Communication Studies, English, Liberal Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures, Music, Philosophy, Television, Film & Media Studies, and Theatre and Dance) include programs that lead to Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees, Bachelor and Master of Music degrees, and Master of Fine Arts degrees. The Department: The Liberal Studies Department at Cal State L.A. offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with options in: Elementary Subject Matter Teacher Preparation that allows students to acquire a broad-based education in multiple subjects with integrated teaching credentials from the Charter College of Education for elementary education or special education and a California State elementary subject matter waiver. Interdisciplinary Studies in Culture and Society that allows students to acquire an in-depth understanding of how ideology and discourse shape cultural traditions and social institutions. All Liberal Studies options place a strong emphasis on developing student skills in writing, information literacy, and analysis of diversity across disciplines, institutions, and media. Required Documentation: Please submit the following to the Search Committee Chair as part of the online application at the Apply link listed below: 1) a cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications. 2) a narrative statement describing your commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment with a substantial population of students who are among the first-generation of their family to attend a college or university. 3) a curriculum vitae. Finalists will be required to submit: *Official transcripts. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. * A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies by an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). Application: Deadline: For full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by November 6, 2023. Applications received after the deadline may be considered. To apply: please click the Apply Now icon on this page or visit Tenured/Tenure Track Faculty Positions or https://careers.calstatela.edu . Please address all questions to the search committee chair (Michael Willard) at: LBSSearch@calstatela.edu or 323-343-4100. Please type “Liberal Studies Environmental Humanities and Sustainability Application” in the subject line. Note: The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Beginning January 1, 2022, campuses may not hire or reappoint an Employee to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Requests for exceptions are very limited based on CSU Policy and must have prior written approval from the University President. 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 the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship. Advertised: Oct 06 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
California State University (CSU) Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330, USA
Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement Department: Social Work Faculty Hire Number: #24-20 Rank: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track Effective Date of Appointment: August 21, 2024 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Salary Scale: $73,000 to $80,000 (Dependent upon qualifications) CSUN’s Commitment to You: CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. As of Fall 2022, CSUN enrolls ~38,000 students, where 57.3% are Latinx, 19.8% are White, 9.2% are Asian-American, 4.9% are Black/African American, 0.1% are Native American, and 0.2% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. For more information about the University, visit: http://www.csun.edu About the College : For more information about the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, see: https://www.csun.edu/social-behavioral-sciences About the Department: CSUN’s Department of Social Work recognizes and acknowledges the Sesevitam, the first people of this ancestral and unceded territory of Sesevenga that is now occupied by our institution. We strive to honor their elders, past and present, and the Sesevitam descendants who are citizens of the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians. We recognize that the Sesevitam are still here and we are committed to lifting up their stories, culture, and community. For more information about the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians, visit: https://www.tataviam-nsn.us Our Department acknowledges the countless numbers of Black families who endured the violence, cruelty and barbarity of hundreds of years of enslavement, and whose bodies and labor were exploited to generate massive wealth and economic structural inequalities existing in our world today. Their lives mattered. Black Lives Matter. For more information about reparations, visit: Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans: https://oag.ca.gov/ab3121/reports Further, we remember the historical and current generations of activism, resistance, creativity, and resilience of Black and Indigenous people, along with the intersecting struggles for liberation shared by all peoples who have been impacted by hundreds of years of colonialism. We understand their efforts have always been at the forefront of anticolonial movements for liberation and freedom. They have gifted us with their knowledge, courage, hope, strength, and love. We believe it is our responsibility to carry on these traditions of resistance, insistence, and persistence. Within this spirit of gratitude, the mission of the Department of Social Work is to prepare professional social workers to be anti-oppressive, socially just agents of change by promoting well-being in urban settings. As an advanced generalist program with a focus on urban communities, the Department will teach and create collaborative learning experiences with students. Our Department focuses on urban settings and communities with densely populated areas and a vast array of subcultures. Utilizing a lens that espouses an intersectional, anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative perspective, the Department embraces a strengths-based inclusive identity, emphasized by the shared experiences of community, culture, and location. Our Department strives to prepare students to be critically conscious social work leaders who can: Demonstrate and apply an intersectionality, power, and privilege lens to address social, political, and systemic change. Empower and be relevant to the diverse needs of the multi-national, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural San Fernando Valley and its surrounding communities. Advocate for an equitable and socially just society. Develop critical consciousness through research, practice, and trauma-informed knowledge, values, and skills. For more information about the Department of Social Work, see: https://www.csun.edu/social-behavioral-sciences/social-work Position: The department of Social Work at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor. Specifically, the Department seeks candidates who: Holds an area of specialization in Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy work as well as Research; Demonstrate and articulate a commitment to anti-oppressive teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and service consistent with the statements listed above, and sufficient to warrant a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor; Can teach through an intersectional lens that uses a critical anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based pedagogical approach; Demonstrates the ability to effectively work with a diverse student population; and Has experience in advising, mentoring, course development, and securing external grants. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities: Faculty success at CSUN is measured by three criteria: teaching effectiveness; contributions to one's field of study; and service to the University and Community. The standard teaching assignment is 12 units (4 courses per semester). However, new faculty members in their first two years teach 9 units per semester (3 courses). Successful candidates should be able to teach courses offered by the Program, specifically in Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy, and Research Courses. A description of Department courses can be found at: https://www.csun.edu/social-behavioral-sciences/social-work/campus-programs . Peer-reviewed publications are important for tenure and promotion, and CSUN faculty members can apply for competitive awards that provide course releases for research or fund travel for research. Presentations at academic conferences are supported with annual travel funds. Tenure-track faculty members participate in shared governance, usually in Department, College, and University committees and other service assignments. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly student hours, attending faculty meetings, mentoring of diverse student body, and service to the department, college, and university. Lastly, the successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which they are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Required Qualifications: Candidates must have a Master of Social Work degree from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program AND a doctorate degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a related field. The doctoral degree must be awarded by the start date. Evidence of, or clear potential for graduate-level social work teaching experience, both in-person and online. Evidence of, or clear potential for excellence in anti-oppressive and intersectionality-based teaching of Department of Social Work courses, specifically Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy, and Research Courses. Evidence of, or clear potential for mentoring MSW students of diverse backgrounds at the graduate level. Evidence of, or clear potential for successful scholarly and/or creative development and sustained publication or exhibition. Evidence of, or clear potential for effective and collaborative University, College, Department, and Community service. Evidence of, or clear potential for demonstrated commitment to successfully engage, build, and sustain healthy, professional working relationships with a diverse student population aligned with our Department’s mission. Evidence of, or clear potential for developing professional collaborative relationships with colleagues based on the missions of the Department, College, and the University. Desired Qualifications: Evidence of, or clear potential for, using culturally informed pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students based on the competencies outlined by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). For more, please visit: https://www.cswe.org/accreditation/standards/2022-epas/ Evidence of, or clear potential for creating an intersectional, anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative, strengths-based, equity-minded, and student-centered learning environment. Evidence of, or clear potential for Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy, and Research experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds. Evidence of, or clear potential for working collaboratively with the MSW Practicum Education department, as practicum is the signature pedagogy for social work education according to CSWE. Evidence of, or clear potential for adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring students from diverse backgrounds on professionalism, academic learning, and career development. Evidence of, or clear potential for cross-disciplinary research interests that address gaps and inherent biases in diverse urban communities. Application Deadline: Screening of applications will begin November 6, 2023 . Priority will be given to applicants who meet the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled. How to Apply: Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers Applicants must submit the following to the website in the section above: A 500-word and double-spaced cover letter, that addresses the qualifications and responsibilities described above, A curriculum vitae which includes contact information for three professional references, and A 500-word and double-spaced teaching philosophy statement, addressing how the candidate advances anti-oppressive, intersectional, anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based approaches through their teaching, scholarship, and service. In later stages of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials, including verification of terminal degrees, licenses, and certificates. At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States. General Information: In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Northridge has made crime-reporting statistics available on-line here . Print copies are available by request from the Department of Police Services, the Office for Faculty Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity. The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 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 the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Mikayla Jakubecy-Gibson at 818-677- 7630. Advertised: Oct 16 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement Department: Social Work Faculty Hire Number: #24-20 Rank: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track Effective Date of Appointment: August 21, 2024 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Salary Scale: $73,000 to $80,000 (Dependent upon qualifications) CSUN’s Commitment to You: CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. As of Fall 2022, CSUN enrolls ~38,000 students, where 57.3% are Latinx, 19.8% are White, 9.2% are Asian-American, 4.9% are Black/African American, 0.1% are Native American, and 0.2% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. For more information about the University, visit: http://www.csun.edu About the College : For more information about the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, see: https://www.csun.edu/social-behavioral-sciences About the Department: CSUN’s Department of Social Work recognizes and acknowledges the Sesevitam, the first people of this ancestral and unceded territory of Sesevenga that is now occupied by our institution. We strive to honor their elders, past and present, and the Sesevitam descendants who are citizens of the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians. We recognize that the Sesevitam are still here and we are committed to lifting up their stories, culture, and community. For more information about the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians, visit: https://www.tataviam-nsn.us Our Department acknowledges the countless numbers of Black families who endured the violence, cruelty and barbarity of hundreds of years of enslavement, and whose bodies and labor were exploited to generate massive wealth and economic structural inequalities existing in our world today. Their lives mattered. Black Lives Matter. For more information about reparations, visit: Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans: https://oag.ca.gov/ab3121/reports Further, we remember the historical and current generations of activism, resistance, creativity, and resilience of Black and Indigenous people, along with the intersecting struggles for liberation shared by all peoples who have been impacted by hundreds of years of colonialism. We understand their efforts have always been at the forefront of anticolonial movements for liberation and freedom. They have gifted us with their knowledge, courage, hope, strength, and love. We believe it is our responsibility to carry on these traditions of resistance, insistence, and persistence. Within this spirit of gratitude, the mission of the Department of Social Work is to prepare professional social workers to be anti-oppressive, socially just agents of change by promoting well-being in urban settings. As an advanced generalist program with a focus on urban communities, the Department will teach and create collaborative learning experiences with students. Our Department focuses on urban settings and communities with densely populated areas and a vast array of subcultures. Utilizing a lens that espouses an intersectional, anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative perspective, the Department embraces a strengths-based inclusive identity, emphasized by the shared experiences of community, culture, and location. Our Department strives to prepare students to be critically conscious social work leaders who can: Demonstrate and apply an intersectionality, power, and privilege lens to address social, political, and systemic change. Empower and be relevant to the diverse needs of the multi-national, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural San Fernando Valley and its surrounding communities. Advocate for an equitable and socially just society. Develop critical consciousness through research, practice, and trauma-informed knowledge, values, and skills. For more information about the Department of Social Work, see: https://www.csun.edu/social-behavioral-sciences/social-work Position: The department of Social Work at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor. Specifically, the Department seeks candidates who: Holds an area of specialization in Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy work as well as Research; Demonstrate and articulate a commitment to anti-oppressive teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and service consistent with the statements listed above, and sufficient to warrant a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor; Can teach through an intersectional lens that uses a critical anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based pedagogical approach; Demonstrates the ability to effectively work with a diverse student population; and Has experience in advising, mentoring, course development, and securing external grants. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities: Faculty success at CSUN is measured by three criteria: teaching effectiveness; contributions to one's field of study; and service to the University and Community. The standard teaching assignment is 12 units (4 courses per semester). However, new faculty members in their first two years teach 9 units per semester (3 courses). Successful candidates should be able to teach courses offered by the Program, specifically in Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy, and Research Courses. A description of Department courses can be found at: https://www.csun.edu/social-behavioral-sciences/social-work/campus-programs . Peer-reviewed publications are important for tenure and promotion, and CSUN faculty members can apply for competitive awards that provide course releases for research or fund travel for research. Presentations at academic conferences are supported with annual travel funds. Tenure-track faculty members participate in shared governance, usually in Department, College, and University committees and other service assignments. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly student hours, attending faculty meetings, mentoring of diverse student body, and service to the department, college, and university. Lastly, the successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which they are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Required Qualifications: Candidates must have a Master of Social Work degree from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program AND a doctorate degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a related field. The doctoral degree must be awarded by the start date. Evidence of, or clear potential for graduate-level social work teaching experience, both in-person and online. Evidence of, or clear potential for excellence in anti-oppressive and intersectionality-based teaching of Department of Social Work courses, specifically Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy, and Research Courses. Evidence of, or clear potential for mentoring MSW students of diverse backgrounds at the graduate level. Evidence of, or clear potential for successful scholarly and/or creative development and sustained publication or exhibition. Evidence of, or clear potential for effective and collaborative University, College, Department, and Community service. Evidence of, or clear potential for demonstrated commitment to successfully engage, build, and sustain healthy, professional working relationships with a diverse student population aligned with our Department’s mission. Evidence of, or clear potential for developing professional collaborative relationships with colleagues based on the missions of the Department, College, and the University. Desired Qualifications: Evidence of, or clear potential for, using culturally informed pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students based on the competencies outlined by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). For more, please visit: https://www.cswe.org/accreditation/standards/2022-epas/ Evidence of, or clear potential for creating an intersectional, anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative, strengths-based, equity-minded, and student-centered learning environment. Evidence of, or clear potential for Micro, Macro/Policy/Advocacy, and Research experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds. Evidence of, or clear potential for working collaboratively with the MSW Practicum Education department, as practicum is the signature pedagogy for social work education according to CSWE. Evidence of, or clear potential for adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring students from diverse backgrounds on professionalism, academic learning, and career development. Evidence of, or clear potential for cross-disciplinary research interests that address gaps and inherent biases in diverse urban communities. Application Deadline: Screening of applications will begin November 6, 2023 . Priority will be given to applicants who meet the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled. How to Apply: Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers Applicants must submit the following to the website in the section above: A 500-word and double-spaced cover letter, that addresses the qualifications and responsibilities described above, A curriculum vitae which includes contact information for three professional references, and A 500-word and double-spaced teaching philosophy statement, addressing how the candidate advances anti-oppressive, intersectional, anti-racist, trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based approaches through their teaching, scholarship, and service. In later stages of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials, including verification of terminal degrees, licenses, and certificates. At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States. General Information: In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Northridge has made crime-reporting statistics available on-line here . Print copies are available by request from the Department of Police Services, the Office for Faculty Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity. The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 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 the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Mikayla Jakubecy-Gibson at 818-677- 7630. Advertised: Oct 16 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Cal State University (CSU) East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94542, USA
FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF RACIAL JUSTICE THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, East Bay (CSUEB), one of the 23 California State Universities, is a comprehensive university serving the San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley. We are proud of our mission to support a richly diverse student body through academically rich and culturally relevant learning experiences. We are designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as well as an Asian American & Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and we have the second highest percentage of Black students in the CSU system. Our student population reflects a variety of abilities and identities. Many are the first in their family to attend college. Our students come from a number of regional community colleges and high schools. The successful candidate will bring with them expertise or an openness to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all of our students. We are known for our award-winning programs, expert instruction, its diverse student body, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of study. With an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students and 900 faculty, the University offers bachelor’s degrees in 49 fields, minors in 52 fields, master’s degrees in 34 fields, 16 credentials programs, 18 certificate options, and 1 doctoral degree program. Cal State East Bay has three locations: the main 342 acre campus in the Hayward hills, the Concord Center, and the downtown Oakland Center. For more information on CSUEB, please visit: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/ or https://www.csueastbay.edu/about/mission-and-strategic-planning/index.html THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Social Work enrolls up to 150 students in our full-time CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work program. The Department also recently launched a mostly online, locally focused part-time program, which will increase our enrollment gradually to 225 students over the next three years. The Department is in the process of developing a BSW program, and we are interested in candidates with a strong interest and experience in undergraduate education. The mission of the MSW program is to graduate culturally responsive urban social workers in the areas of Community Mental Health and Children, Youth, and Families. Social work graduates are prepared to address individual, family, group, and community needs caused by inequalities of class and identity including race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, immigration status, religion, and other forms of social injustice. Advocacy and social change around these injustices form the core of the MSW program. Our vision is to create a cadre of diverse leaders to be catalysts for social change and transform oppressive systems in partnership with the communities we serve. DUTIES OF THE POSITION: Faculty engage in teaching, advising, and research, as well as service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels. As an applied discipline, we emphasize community engagement in our teaching, as well as in other aspects of our work. Faculty must be prepared to teach in-person, hybrid, and/or fully online courses. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and Online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that tenure-track faculty members will perform their duties within the state of California. In addition to teaching, all faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the department with administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume campus-wide committee responsibilities. RANK AND SALARY: This position is at the Assistant Professor level. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization. The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $83,000. The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. DATE OF APPOINTMENT: Fall Semester, 2024 QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work from a CSWE accredited institution, at least two years of full-time post-master’s social work experience, and either a PhD in Social Work, a DSW, or a doctorate in a related discipline. The doctorate must be completed by the effective date of the appointment. The candidate’s research specialty and post-master’s social work experience should have significant practice and/or policy emphasis on intersectionality and equity within immigrant, Latinx, African American/Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and/or Native American/Indigenous communities. Candidates must have served as an instructor of record for at least one social work or social science course at the Bachelor or Master’s level. Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity. This University is fully committed to the rights of students, staff and faculty with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. For more information about the University’s program supporting the rights of our students with disabilities see: https://www.csueastbay.edu/accessibility/ For more information about accommodations for employees, contact: Iris Gallardo, Human Resources, at 510-885-2335 or email: iris.gallardo@csueastbay.edu, or Sarah Taylor, Department Chair, at: sarah.taylor@csueastbay.edu. APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will be considered open until filled. Review of applications will begin September 15, 2023; applications after this date may not be reviewed. Please submit a letter of application, which addresses the qualifications noted in the position announcement; a complete and current vita via PageUp (see “Apply Now”). Applicants are required to also submit a 1-2 page diversity and equity statement that addresses how they would successfully engage our diverse student population in their teaching, research, mentoring, and advising. See Diversity and Equity Statement Instructions: https://www.csueastbay.edu/diversity/writing-a-diversity-statement.pdf Note: California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed and cleared prior to the start of employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CSUEB does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. Advertised: Jul 27 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF RACIAL JUSTICE THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, East Bay (CSUEB), one of the 23 California State Universities, is a comprehensive university serving the San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley. We are proud of our mission to support a richly diverse student body through academically rich and culturally relevant learning experiences. We are designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as well as an Asian American & Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and we have the second highest percentage of Black students in the CSU system. Our student population reflects a variety of abilities and identities. Many are the first in their family to attend college. Our students come from a number of regional community colleges and high schools. The successful candidate will bring with them expertise or an openness to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all of our students. We are known for our award-winning programs, expert instruction, its diverse student body, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of study. With an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students and 900 faculty, the University offers bachelor’s degrees in 49 fields, minors in 52 fields, master’s degrees in 34 fields, 16 credentials programs, 18 certificate options, and 1 doctoral degree program. Cal State East Bay has three locations: the main 342 acre campus in the Hayward hills, the Concord Center, and the downtown Oakland Center. For more information on CSUEB, please visit: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/ or https://www.csueastbay.edu/about/mission-and-strategic-planning/index.html THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Social Work enrolls up to 150 students in our full-time CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work program. The Department also recently launched a mostly online, locally focused part-time program, which will increase our enrollment gradually to 225 students over the next three years. The Department is in the process of developing a BSW program, and we are interested in candidates with a strong interest and experience in undergraduate education. The mission of the MSW program is to graduate culturally responsive urban social workers in the areas of Community Mental Health and Children, Youth, and Families. Social work graduates are prepared to address individual, family, group, and community needs caused by inequalities of class and identity including race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, immigration status, religion, and other forms of social injustice. Advocacy and social change around these injustices form the core of the MSW program. Our vision is to create a cadre of diverse leaders to be catalysts for social change and transform oppressive systems in partnership with the communities we serve. DUTIES OF THE POSITION: Faculty engage in teaching, advising, and research, as well as service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels. As an applied discipline, we emphasize community engagement in our teaching, as well as in other aspects of our work. Faculty must be prepared to teach in-person, hybrid, and/or fully online courses. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and Online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that tenure-track faculty members will perform their duties within the state of California. In addition to teaching, all faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the department with administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume campus-wide committee responsibilities. RANK AND SALARY: This position is at the Assistant Professor level. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization. The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $83,000. The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. DATE OF APPOINTMENT: Fall Semester, 2024 QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work from a CSWE accredited institution, at least two years of full-time post-master’s social work experience, and either a PhD in Social Work, a DSW, or a doctorate in a related discipline. The doctorate must be completed by the effective date of the appointment. The candidate’s research specialty and post-master’s social work experience should have significant practice and/or policy emphasis on intersectionality and equity within immigrant, Latinx, African American/Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and/or Native American/Indigenous communities. Candidates must have served as an instructor of record for at least one social work or social science course at the Bachelor or Master’s level. Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity. This University is fully committed to the rights of students, staff and faculty with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. For more information about the University’s program supporting the rights of our students with disabilities see: https://www.csueastbay.edu/accessibility/ For more information about accommodations for employees, contact: Iris Gallardo, Human Resources, at 510-885-2335 or email: iris.gallardo@csueastbay.edu, or Sarah Taylor, Department Chair, at: sarah.taylor@csueastbay.edu. APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will be considered open until filled. Review of applications will begin September 15, 2023; applications after this date may not be reviewed. Please submit a letter of application, which addresses the qualifications noted in the position announcement; a complete and current vita via PageUp (see “Apply Now”). Applicants are required to also submit a 1-2 page diversity and equity statement that addresses how they would successfully engage our diverse student population in their teaching, research, mentoring, and advising. See Diversity and Equity Statement Instructions: https://www.csueastbay.edu/diversity/writing-a-diversity-statement.pdf Note: California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed and cleared prior to the start of employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CSUEB does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. Advertised: Jul 27 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
CSU, Sacramento
6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819, USA
COLLEGE: College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies DEPARTMENT: Ethnic Studies POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Faculty - Chicanx and Latinx (Health and/or Crimmigration) DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Ethnic Studies Department has been in existence for more than 50 years at Sacramento State. The Department is comprised of the following programs: Asian American Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, General Ethnic Studies, Native American Studies, Pan African Studies, and Teachers in Urban Settings or Teachers in Bilingual Education. Ethnic Studies is a degree-granting interdisciplinary program offering course work in the study of the past and present histories, cultures, languages and issues that define ethnic group experiences in the United States. In addition to its teaching mission, the department is involved in research and community-based projects. The Department of Ethnic Studies is housed in the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies, consisting of 11 academic departments, three independent and interdisciplinary academic programs, and several centers and institutes. The College is a congenial and cohesive unit both academically and administratively. Our campus community represents the broad diversity of our state, and we believe that all are enriched and unified by this diversity. To this end, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals with the commitment and ability to work with our diverse student populations, staff, and faculty. For more information about this department: https://www.csus.edu/college/social-sciences-interdisciplinary-studies/ethnic-studies/ POSITION DETAILS: The Department of Ethnic Studies at California State University, Sacramento invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning Fall 2024. The successful candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, related field or appropriate terminal degree such as J.D. (Juris Doctor). ABD candidates will be considered and required to complete the doctoral degree by July 1, 2024. The Department seeks candidates who demonstrate potential to teach lower-division and upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in Ethnic Studies, including ETHN 11: Introduction to Ethnic Studies; ETHN 30: Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies; ETHN 100: Ethnic America; ETHN 130: Chicano/Mexican-American Experience; and ETHN 131: La Raza Studies. JOB DUTIES: Teaching Scholarly and Creative Activities Service/Contribution to the Institution Service/Contribution to the Community Advising majors and minors Serving on Department, College, and University Committees REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, or related discipline. ABD candidates, J.D. (Juris Doctor), or appropriate terminal degree will be considered. If ABD, all requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed by July 1, 2024. Demonstrated potential to teach courses in Chicanx/Latinx Studies such as ETHN 30 (Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies), ETHN 130 (Chicano/Mexican-American Experience), or ETHN 131 (La Raza Studies). Demonstrated potential to teach General Ethnic Studies courses such as ETHN 11 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies) or ETHN 100 (Ethnic America). Demonstrated proficiency in Chicanx/Latinx crimmigration (intersection between criminal and immigration law) or Chicanx/Latinx health or associated topics (please state which field/s in your cover letter). Demonstrated experience in using critical, intersectional, and/or interdisciplinary approaches to the study of Chicanx/Latinx populations. Demonstrated experience communicating and working effectively with diverse student populations. Demonstrated active research agenda in Chicanx and Latinx Studies/Ethnic Studies. Demonstrated potential to build collaborative partnerships in the region with Chicanx/Latinx communities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Specialization in one or more of the following areas: gender, and sexuality; Chicana/Latina feminisms; political economy, labor, and/or unions; community activism; racial violence/hate crimes; educational inequalities; media/popular culture; immigration and border studies; incarceration; Latinx indigeneity; decolonization and/or settler colonialism. Critical pedagogies and scholarship that reflect contemporary trends in Ethnic Studies/Chicanx and Latinx Studies. Demonstrated experience teaching one or more of the following: Introduction to Ethnic Studies, Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies, Chicano/Mexican-American Experience, Chicano/Latino Politics and Public Policy, La Raza Studies, La Mujer Chicana, U.S. Mexican Border Relations, and Race and Ethnicity in Latin America and Caribbean. Demonstrated potential to mentor underrepresented, first-generation college students. Demonstrated experience as a teaching assistant, college/university lecturer, or professor in Chicanx and Latinx Studies/Ethnic Studies courses. Demonstrated potential to create and promote anti-racism in the curriculum and classroom. Demonstrated interest in developing and teaching online/hybrid courses at the University level. Demonstrated potential to engage in departmental, college, and/or university service. APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS: Review of applications begins December 4, 2023. Position will remain open until filled. Required documents: Current Curriculum Vita Include list of three references with email addresses and phone numbers Letter of Interest/Cover Letter highlighting teaching and research interests (please state which field/s in your cover letter). Unofficial transcripts of all graduate work. Diversity/Equity Statement: Demonstrate your experience and commitment to working with a diverse student population and promoting an inclusive environment (no more than two pages). Teaching Philosophy: Explain how your teaching philosophy and pedagogy contribute to culture of community and diversity in the classroom (no more than one page). Sample course syllabi in Ethnic Studies and/or Chicanx/Latinx Studies. Scholarly Research - Describe your research agenda and how it contributes to Chicanx/Latinx Studies. Teaching Effectiveness: Copies of Teaching Evaluations from the previous five years listed on your CV, if applicable (combine all files into one PDF for upload). Letters of Recommendation (three, confidential) may be required of finalists only. OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION: The classification annual salary range for this position is $64,860 - $143,928; the anticipated annual starting salary is $75,000. About Sacramento State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety . As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html . The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html . Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union. Background Check Disclaimer A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Out of State Employment Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person. Eligibility Verification Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is a sponsoring agency ( ie. H-1-B Visa). Advertised: Nov 01 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
COLLEGE: College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies DEPARTMENT: Ethnic Studies POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Faculty - Chicanx and Latinx (Health and/or Crimmigration) DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Ethnic Studies Department has been in existence for more than 50 years at Sacramento State. The Department is comprised of the following programs: Asian American Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, General Ethnic Studies, Native American Studies, Pan African Studies, and Teachers in Urban Settings or Teachers in Bilingual Education. Ethnic Studies is a degree-granting interdisciplinary program offering course work in the study of the past and present histories, cultures, languages and issues that define ethnic group experiences in the United States. In addition to its teaching mission, the department is involved in research and community-based projects. The Department of Ethnic Studies is housed in the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies, consisting of 11 academic departments, three independent and interdisciplinary academic programs, and several centers and institutes. The College is a congenial and cohesive unit both academically and administratively. Our campus community represents the broad diversity of our state, and we believe that all are enriched and unified by this diversity. To this end, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals with the commitment and ability to work with our diverse student populations, staff, and faculty. For more information about this department: https://www.csus.edu/college/social-sciences-interdisciplinary-studies/ethnic-studies/ POSITION DETAILS: The Department of Ethnic Studies at California State University, Sacramento invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning Fall 2024. The successful candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, related field or appropriate terminal degree such as J.D. (Juris Doctor). ABD candidates will be considered and required to complete the doctoral degree by July 1, 2024. The Department seeks candidates who demonstrate potential to teach lower-division and upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in Ethnic Studies, including ETHN 11: Introduction to Ethnic Studies; ETHN 30: Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies; ETHN 100: Ethnic America; ETHN 130: Chicano/Mexican-American Experience; and ETHN 131: La Raza Studies. JOB DUTIES: Teaching Scholarly and Creative Activities Service/Contribution to the Institution Service/Contribution to the Community Advising majors and minors Serving on Department, College, and University Committees REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, or related discipline. ABD candidates, J.D. (Juris Doctor), or appropriate terminal degree will be considered. If ABD, all requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed by July 1, 2024. Demonstrated potential to teach courses in Chicanx/Latinx Studies such as ETHN 30 (Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies), ETHN 130 (Chicano/Mexican-American Experience), or ETHN 131 (La Raza Studies). Demonstrated potential to teach General Ethnic Studies courses such as ETHN 11 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies) or ETHN 100 (Ethnic America). Demonstrated proficiency in Chicanx/Latinx crimmigration (intersection between criminal and immigration law) or Chicanx/Latinx health or associated topics (please state which field/s in your cover letter). Demonstrated experience in using critical, intersectional, and/or interdisciplinary approaches to the study of Chicanx/Latinx populations. Demonstrated experience communicating and working effectively with diverse student populations. Demonstrated active research agenda in Chicanx and Latinx Studies/Ethnic Studies. Demonstrated potential to build collaborative partnerships in the region with Chicanx/Latinx communities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Specialization in one or more of the following areas: gender, and sexuality; Chicana/Latina feminisms; political economy, labor, and/or unions; community activism; racial violence/hate crimes; educational inequalities; media/popular culture; immigration and border studies; incarceration; Latinx indigeneity; decolonization and/or settler colonialism. Critical pedagogies and scholarship that reflect contemporary trends in Ethnic Studies/Chicanx and Latinx Studies. Demonstrated experience teaching one or more of the following: Introduction to Ethnic Studies, Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies, Chicano/Mexican-American Experience, Chicano/Latino Politics and Public Policy, La Raza Studies, La Mujer Chicana, U.S. Mexican Border Relations, and Race and Ethnicity in Latin America and Caribbean. Demonstrated potential to mentor underrepresented, first-generation college students. Demonstrated experience as a teaching assistant, college/university lecturer, or professor in Chicanx and Latinx Studies/Ethnic Studies courses. Demonstrated potential to create and promote anti-racism in the curriculum and classroom. Demonstrated interest in developing and teaching online/hybrid courses at the University level. Demonstrated potential to engage in departmental, college, and/or university service. APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS: Review of applications begins December 4, 2023. Position will remain open until filled. Required documents: Current Curriculum Vita Include list of three references with email addresses and phone numbers Letter of Interest/Cover Letter highlighting teaching and research interests (please state which field/s in your cover letter). Unofficial transcripts of all graduate work. Diversity/Equity Statement: Demonstrate your experience and commitment to working with a diverse student population and promoting an inclusive environment (no more than two pages). Teaching Philosophy: Explain how your teaching philosophy and pedagogy contribute to culture of community and diversity in the classroom (no more than one page). Sample course syllabi in Ethnic Studies and/or Chicanx/Latinx Studies. Scholarly Research - Describe your research agenda and how it contributes to Chicanx/Latinx Studies. Teaching Effectiveness: Copies of Teaching Evaluations from the previous five years listed on your CV, if applicable (combine all files into one PDF for upload). 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