Tenure Track Position in American Studies

Scripps College, a women's liberal arts college with a strong interdisciplinary tradition, invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor in American Studies to begin July 1, 2027. The area of specialization is open but candidates with a background in comparative ethnic studies are especially encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates whose research and teaching complements or adds new areas to the existing curriculum, including through Native American Studies, indigenous studies, queer studies, and ethnographic approaches. The teaching load is two courses each semester and advising on senior theses is required. Participation in the Core Curriculum in Interdisciplinary Humanities program is expected. Ph.D. in American Studies is preferred but related disciplines will be considered. Ph.D. is required by start date. The salary for this position will range from $84,767 to $94,185 and will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. In light of recent federal updates to visa processing and associated costs, the College is generally not in a position to sponsor visas for faculty appointments. Applicants should submit the following materials online at https://apply.interfolio.com/186652 : cover letter, CV, and the names of three references. Letters of recommendation and other materials will be requested for short-listed candidates. The candidate should address their approach to teaching for all students in a liberal arts context and provide an account of their scholarship in the application packet. For matters other than the submission of materials, contact Vanessa Chavira at vchavira@scrippscollege.edu . Review of applications will begin Friday, September 11, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Scripps College is one of seven members of The Claremont Colleges Consortium located 35 miles east of Los Angeles. In keeping with its ongoing commitment to build and support an inclusive academic community, Scripps College seeks applicants who will actively support Scripps College's Principles of Community and Institutional Values.