Asian American & Asian Diaspora Studies Assistant Professor

Description

The Asian Studies Department at Vanderbilt University invites applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of Asian American & Asian Diaspora Studies to begin in Fall 2025. The department seeks a social scientist with an innovative scholarly research agenda that employs qualitative, quantitative, or interdisciplinary research methods. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development of the Asian American & Asian Diaspora Program within the Asian Studies Department. Applications are particularly welcome from scholars whose research engages Asian American & Asian Diaspora Studies within contemporary regional and global contexts of migration, racial justice, gender/sexuality, and/or religion.

Qualifications

Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD no later than August 1, 2025, possess a clear research trajectory, and demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and programming. 

Application Instructions

Applications are accepted via Interfolio. To be considered, please submit the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, a writing sample (dissertation chapter or article of 25-50 pages), teaching statement that also includes evidence of teaching effectiveness, including all available course evaluations, two syllabi (from existing or planned courses taught), and three letters of reference. Review of application files will begin on November 4, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are.  We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.