Tenure Track Faculty - Latin American History
Company: California State University, Sacramento
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Tenure Track Faculty - Latin American History
Job No: 519363
Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty
- Letters/Humanities, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time
COLLEGE: Arts & Letters
DEPARTMENT: History
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Latin American History
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:
Sacramento is the state capital of California and one of the most
diverse cities in the nation. As the heart of the region's higher
education community, Sacramento State is a Minority Serving
Institution (MSI), Asian American & Native American Pacific
Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and a Hispanic Serving
Institution (HSI), dedicated to access, academic excellence, and
inclusion. We have a strong commitment to fostering the success of
students at many stages of their life and academic journey. More
information about Sacramento State's equity programs and student
success initiatives can be found here:
Sacramento State's History majors and graduate students reflect our
campus community, with students from a diverse range of
backgrounds, most working full-or part-time, and many of them the
first in the family to pursue a college degree. We strongly
encourage applications from candidates who will apply their
expertise and experiences to contribute to advancing the success of
our diverse student population and contributing to Sac State's
commitment to become an antiracist and inclusive institution.
Accordingly, the Department is keenly interested in diversifying
its faculty and encourages applications from historically
underrepresented groups in higher education. Sac State's Antiracist
and Inclusive Campus plan can be found here: .
POSITION DETAILS & JOB DUTIES:
Sacramento State is a teaching-focused institution and strongly
values diversity and inclusion, especially in the classroom. The
Department seeks qualified candidates who can contribute to racial
equity, diversity, and inclusion through teaching, scholarship, and
service. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and
graduate courses in Latin American History including those that
relate to their specialization, as well as historical methods
seminars, and undergraduate and graduate seminars. This position is
part of a "Cultures of the Americas" cluster of searches in the
College of Arts & Letters designed to provide the successful
applicant with the opportunity to engage with scholars in the
cluster, increase curricular coverage of Latin America, and promote
inclusive teaching strategies across the university. Successful
candidates will be expected to contribute to the university's goals
in these areas. For more information on the Arts & Letters cluster
see
Additional position requirements include:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ph.D. in History or related field. ABD will be considered. If
ABD, all degree requirements must be completed by August 23,
2023.
2. Demonstrated ability or potential to teach undergraduate and
graduate courses in Latin American and seminars in historical
methods.
3. Demonstrated ability or potential to work effectively with a
diverse undergraduate and graduate student population.
4. Demonstrated ability or potential for teaching and research
excellence.
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2022; position open
until filled.
Candidates must upload the following attachments with the
electronic application:
1. a cover letter addressing teaching and research;
2. a curriculum vitae, including contact information (phone and
email) for 2 references;
3. a teaching portfolio including syllabi and a statement of
teaching philosophy;
4. a diversity statement (see description below*);
5. a writing sample or example of published scholarship;
6. graduate transcripts (unofficial accepted, official required for
interview).
*Applicants are requested to submit a diversity statement that
demonstrates experience with or willingness to:
Applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such
experiences should note how their work will further Sac State's
commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as it relates to
student success.
Candidates must also have two (2) recent letters of recommendation
sent to the search committee at .
About 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's 31,000 students come 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 for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento
State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and
engagement." As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento
State is dedicated to , , , , and .
As evidenced by the values embedded in our , 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 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 .
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
.
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 .
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.
COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:
CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus
facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or
religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a
currently open search process should be prepared to comply with
this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at .
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: October 10, 2022 (9:00 AM)
Applications Closes: Open Until Filled
To apply, visit
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