Department: African-American Studies

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The African American Studies department  in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Houston is searching for an open rank tenure track or tenured faculty in African American Studies. We seek a teacher-scholar in the humanities or social sciences who can teach the Introduction to African American Studies course and develop new and exciting courses. Scholars with specialties in health or medicine, gender and/or sexuality, performance studies, or religious studies are especially encouraged to apply. We also welcome scholars with a secondary area of research in Africa and/or the African diaspora (non-U.S.). A PhD in African American Studies/African or African Diaspora, Gender Studies, American Studies or a field in the social sciences and humanities is required. Expectations of this position include: teaching a 2-2 load, building and maintaining a national/international research profile, contributing to the department’s student-centered mission, serving on departmental, college and/or university committees, and seeking fellowships, grants and other external funding.

Applicants are to apply at https://careers.uh.edu/jobs/search/uh-postings. The search will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, application materials must include 1) cover letter that includes description of research specialties and activity, 2) teaching statement or philosophy, 3) curriculum vitae, 4) contact information for three or more professional recommenders, and 5) copies of recent publications or writing sample. Letters will be requested during the interview stage. Review of applications will begin in early November. Questions may be directed to search committee chair, Dr. Billy Hawkins at hjbilly@Central.UH.EDU

The University of Houston is a Carnegie Tier One public research university, offering over 250 undergraduate, professional, and graduate degree programs across diverse disciplines, including in medicine and law. As the largest public research university in Houston and one of the largest in Texas, UH enrolls over 46,000 students. The university is located in Houston’s historic Third Ward and just minutes away from the city’s museum district.

Founded in 1969 as the Afro-American Studies program, the Department of African American Studies now houses 3.5 tenured/tenure-track faculty with specialties in mental and physical health, literature, history, and gender studies. They are joined by adjuncts, a Professor-of Practice, and over thirty faculty affiliates with specialties in African, African American, Caribbean, and Latin American studies. This position ad is one of two that has been posted this year. Since receiving departmental status in March 2021, AAS has doubled its number of majors and minors and is on track to continue this growth with the help of a full-time departmental recruiter and energetic faculty. Further, the department proudly partners with Houston community organizations through its robust internship program, summer pipeline program, and research-related programs. With generous funding from the state and donors, the department provides opportunities for faculty and staff to engage in professional development. For more information, please see our website.

As the fourth largest city in the United States, Houston boasts a vibrant and diverse cultural landscape, enriched by a mix of international communities, including significant populations from West Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Residents enjoy a wide range of cultural experiences, from world-class dining and arts to exciting sports teams. Houston is also home to the Texas Medical Center—the world’s largest medical complex— as well as numerous energy and technology companies, and NASA's Johnson Space Center.

Rank and salary commensurate with experience. 

The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

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