February 17, 2022
Faculty Position Announcement: Part-Time
Department: American Indian Studies Effective Date of Appointment: Fall 2022/ Spring 2023
CSUN’s Commitment to You: CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. As an HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution), CSUN welcomes candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence. 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. For more information about the University, visit our website at: http://www.csun.edu About the College: For information about the College, visit our website at: https://www.csun.edu/humanities. About the Department: For information about the department, visit our website at:https://www.csun.edu/humanities/american-indian-studies/. |
ANTICIPATED NEEDS:
Note: All part-time faculty appointments are temporary and do not confer academic rank. Final determination of part-time teaching assignments is contingent upon student enrollment figures and funding.
Current Courses or Specialization | Qualifications | Salary Range |
AIS 101 Introduction to American Indian Studies
AIS 210 Thinking about Knowing
AIS 222 Gender, Sexuality, and American Indian Communities
AIS 301 American Indians and Popular Culture
AIS 304 American Indian Law and Policy
| 1. Ph.D. in American Indian Studies or related field is desired. Master’s Degree in American Indian Studies or related field is required.
2. Experience teaching American Indian Studies at the college level is desired.
3. Evidence of scholarly activity in American Indian Studies is desired.
4. Demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse student population is required |
$4,126-$5,516 per 3-unit class, commensurate with terminal degree and prior experience. From $719 to $1,077.40 per course per month, for a 6-month pay period.
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Application Process: Applicants should forward a current resume and a letter that designates which courses they are interested in teaching (describing their qualifications for teaching each), proof of degree (i.e. photocopy of diploma or transcripts), and two letters of recommendation. Whenever possible, applicants should provide times available for teaching assignments. The resume should include educational background, prior teaching experience, evidence of scholarship, and/or related professional experience. A description of the courses listed above can be found at: https://www.csun.edu/humanities/american-indian-studies/courses
Application Deadline:
For Fall 2022 only/ AY 2022 – 2023: April 2, 2022 For Spring Semester 2023 Only: Nov. 5, 2022
Inquiries and applications should be addressed to:
Dr. Scott Andrews, Director
American Indian Studies Program
California State University, Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8450
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