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Chicano and Latin American Studies Assistant Professor

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College of Social Sciences
Department of Chicano and Latin American Studies
https://socialscites.fresnostate.edu/clas/

Chicano and Latin American Studies - Chicanx/Latinx Studies

Tenure Track

Fall 2026 (August 2026)

The Department of Chicano and Latin American Studies at California State University, Fresno invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Chicanx Studies. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to applied, community-based, or participatory approaches that address issues of health, well-being, or environmental justice in Latinx communities are preferred.

Our Students: California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

The ideal candidate must maintain an active research agenda, demonstrate the ability to be culturally responsive in their teaching and mentorship, develop new courses in their area of expertise, and engage in community-based work. They will participate in department, college, and university programs, service, and governance and will have multiple opportunities to contribute to the department’s commitment to inclusivity and social justice.

Required Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent):

• An earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree in Chicanx Studies, Latinx Studies, Ethnic Studies, a related Social Science, or a closely related field is required.
• Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered. For employment, the doctorate must be completed by 8/1/2026.

Required Experience The ideal candidate must show:

• A demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive teaching and mentorship in working with a diverse student population.
• Primary research interests that examine how systems of power, inequality, or representation shape the experiences, well-being, or collective action of Chicanx and Latinx communities.
• Evidence of successful teaching experience in lower- and upper-division undergraduate courses within Chicanx and Latinx Studies (e.g., CLAS 3, CLAS 5, CLAS 30, CLAS 141), particularly those that meet General Education Requirement Area 6.
• A demonstrated ability to connect teaching and scholarly work to community-based or publicly engaged research.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to applied, community-based, or participatory approaches that address issues of health, well-being, or environmental justice in Latinx communities.
• Evidence of applying critical approaches to research.

Application Procedures

To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by the review date. The committee may elect to review applications submitted after this date. All positions automatically close on March 31, 2026. Apply online at careers.fresnostate.edu

Application Review Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Attach The Following

• A cover letter, specifically addressing the specific areas of the required experience and preferred qualifications
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement regarding community engagement
• List of three professional references

Candidates Invited For An On-campus Visit Must Submit By Mail/e-mail Within The Designated Deadline. The Search Chair Will Send Information And Requests For These Items

• Three current letters of recommendation (dated within 12 months of full consideration date)
• Official transcripts

Inquiries

Dr. Ramon Sanchez, Search Committee Chair
Chicano and Latin American Studies Department
California State University, Fresno
5340 N. Campus Drive M/S – SS 97
Fresno, CA 93740-8019
E-mail: ramons@mail.fresnostate.edu

About Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is an engaged University focused on inclusion, cultural competence, and serving diverse student populations. The campus is committed to equity, civility, and ethical behavior.

Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University’s Probationary Plan Process. The anticipated hiring range is $6,221-$6,751 per month ($74,662-$78,852 annually) for Assistant Professor. We offer a competitive benefits package.

About The College

The College of Social Sciences at Fresno State offers a broad and exciting range of majors, minors, and certificates to understand history, political, social, and cultural issues and to develop essential skills for leadership.

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California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Fresno State’s commitment to diversity informs our recruitment, hiring, and retention efforts.

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