The César E. Chávez Department of Chicana/o and Central American Studies seeks an interdisciplinary scholar at the level of Associate or Full Professor in Expressive Cultures and/or Histories of the Americas, Cultural Studies, Digital Humanities, or Performance. We welcome applications from innovative, interdisciplinary scholars whose work complements and expands our current offerings, with particular interest in applicants working in Afro-Latinx or Afro-descendant, Central American, Indigenous, and/or Trans and Sexuality Studies, with a strong record of publication, teaching, mentorship, and a commitment to leadership.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 1 at https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t1.pdf. The salary range for this position is $92,500 - $197,100. Off-scale salaries and other components of pay, i.e. salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. See campus compensation page for additional information.

We welcome applications from interdisciplinary scholars whose experience in research, teaching, and service (including community service) has prepared them to contribute to excellence and diversity. Candidates should have Ph.D. or other terminal degree in hand at time of application.

Please submit your application through UCLA Academic Recruit at: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08948. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a full CV, names and contact information for 3-5 recommenders, a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion past, present, and future (planned; https://equity.ucla.edu/programs-resources/faculty-search-process/faculty-search-committee-resources/sample-guidance/) and Reference check authorization release form. The Search Committee may ask for publications, a research statement, or a teaching statement at a later date.

For further information please contact Dr. Gaye Theresa Johnson at gayetheresaj@ucla.edu. Initial review of applications will begin December 15, 2023. After the initial review date, new applications will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Mailed or emailed submissions will not be accepted.

The anticipated appointment start date is July 1, 2024. Salary is commensurate with education and experience and based on University of California pay scales.

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