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Assistant or Associate Professor of Chicana/o/x Borderlands Feminism: Community Formations and Expressive Culture

Position Number: 5666202
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Ethnic & Multicultural Studies

Assistant or Associate Professor of Chicana/o/x Borderlands Feminism: Community Formations and Expressive Culture
Chicana and Chicano Studies

Location: San Diego
Open Date: Sep 23, 2024

Description
The Department of Chicana and Chicano Studies seeks a Chicana/o/x Borderlands Feminism scholar specializing in Community Formations and Expressive Culture who can advance our strong focus on borderlands, race, gender, sexuality, and social justice at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. A documented record of interdisciplinary and intersectional scholarship is required. The topical area of specialization is open and may include transnational community formations; community culture; health; immigration and social policy, among others.

Expected salary is $103,000 to $109,000 (Associate Professor) or $85,000 to $89,000 (Assistant).

Qualifications
The successful candidate is expected to have a record of research and publications focused on Chicana/o/x borderlands feminism, community formations, and expressive culture of transnational and/or transborder Chican@/Latin@/Indigenous communities. The candidate should be able to teach lower division courses (that may include CCS 150 and CCS 111A) and upper division courses that may include Community Studies courses (CCS 303), Chicano Culture and Thought (CCS 376), courses on Immigration and Borderlands (CCS 306, CCS 355, CCS 405), and Film (CCS 400) as well as courses they develop within their area of expertise. In addition, we seek a scholar who has demonstrated experience with community-based engagement and/or who is committed to developing community-based projects. This includes but is not limited to innovative collaborations between the community and University: public pedagogy, embedded praxis, and cultural/arts production.

In their letter of application, candidates should address the points below:

Intersectional/interdisciplinary 20th century Chicano/a/x borderlands feminism focus;

Strong record and promise of scholarly publication appropriate to level of appointment;

Demonstrated experience and commitment to sustained and collaborative work with and in service to Chicano/a/x communities in and outside of the university.

Commitment to research that engages Chicano/a/x communities;

Demonstrated leadership in the service of underrepresented populations in higher education;

Commitment to student-centered teaching of a diverse student population in a Hispanic-Serving Institution;

Experience or demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring underrepresented students;

Leadership in community organizing and engagement; and

Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues, and especially to develop social justice-oriented scholarship and pedagogical practices.

We are seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups. Candidates must satisfy two or more of the eight Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria. Candidates that meet BIE criteria: (a) are committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations within the discipline, (b) have demonstrated knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty within the discipline, (c) have experience or have demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring underrepresented students, (d) have experience or have demonstrated commitment to integrating understanding of underrepresented populations and communities into research, (e) have experience in or have demonstrated commitment to extending knowledge of opportunities and challenges in achieving artistic/scholarly success to members of an underrepresented group, (f) have experience in or have demonstrated commitment to research that engages underrepresented communities, (g) have expertise or demonstrated commitment to developing expertise in cross-cultural communication and collaboration, and/or (h) have research interests that contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Please indicate in a separate diversity statement how you meet at least two (2) of these criteria.

San Diego State University is the largest university in San Diego and the third largest in California. The highly diverse campus community has a student population of over 36,000 and approximately 5,849 faculty and staff. SDSU is included in the Carnegie Foundation's Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity category. Established in 1897, SDSU offers bachelor's degrees in 84 areas, masters in 76 and doctorates in 21. See http://www.sdsu.edu for more information. SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all.

Application Instructions
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/155004

Candidates should submit 1) Letter of application describing publications, ongoing research, teaching philosophy/interests, and, if applicable, community-based projects. 2) Full curriculum vitae. 3) Three references are required (names, affiliation, and contact information only). Letters of reference will be solicited by the Search Committee at a later stage. 4) A Diversity Statement that concretely explains how the applicant meets at least two of the Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria, as listed in the paragraph above. 5) Two writing samples: PDFs of published book chapters/articles or dissertation chapters. 6) Evidence of teaching effectiveness (i.e., student and/or peer evaluations, syllabi, assignments, pedagogical training).

To ensure full consideration, apply via Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/155004 by November 24, 2024. The position will remain open until filled. All additional inquiries should be addressed to the search committee chair Roberto D. Hernndez, Department of Chicana and Chicano Studies, San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182-6034. Email: rhernandez@sdsu.edu, fax (619) 594-3195.

As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable "OneSDSU" community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed 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.

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.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) 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. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.