Visiting Assistant Professor of Africana Studies
About The Position
The Intercollegiate Department of Africana Studies at the Claremont Colleges invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position. We seek a colleague who teaches and does scholarly work in the field of Africana Studies. The area of specialization is open, though those who can offer courses in performance, popular culture, media studies, visual culture, or alternately, in the quantitative social sciences, are especially encouraged to apply. The contractual college for this position is Pomona College. The teaching load for this position is 5 courses annually and will include courses in the candidate's area of specialty, plus contributions to a rotating schedule of Africana Studies core courses in the major. These are: Introduction to Africana Studies, Research Methods in Africana Studies, and/or Senior Seminar. We seek a scholar who will contribute to the department's mission of examining, through various academic disciplines, the knowledges and experiences of people of African heritage worldwide. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts teaching and show evidence of a productive program of scholarly research. The candidate is expected to work collaboratively in an intercollegiate setting. About Pomona College: Located in Southern California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is the founding member of The Claremont Colleges.
Requirements
- A PhD in Africana Studies or a closely related field is preferred but those with PhDs in other disciplines who have certification, demonstrated expertise, and/or scholarly experience specifically in Africana Studies will also be considered
- Demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.
- Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) that includes: a letter of application, CV, a teaching statement, describing a demonstrated ability to teach a diverse student body, and graduate transcripts.
- Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted through Workday.
- Employment is contingent upon providing proof of the legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 for the duration of the contract, July, 2026 until June 30, 2027.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrable experience teaching
Responsibilities
- Teach 5 courses annually, including courses in the candidate's area of specialty.
- Contribute to a rotating schedule of Africana Studies core courses in the major, such as Introduction to Africana Studies, Research Methods in Africana Studies, and/or Senior Seminar.
- Contribute to the department's mission of examining, through various academic disciplines, the knowledges and experiences of people of African heritage worldwide.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts teaching.
- Show evidence of a productive program of scholarly research.
- Work collaboratively in an intercollegiate setting.
- Teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds—utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.
- Prepare for classes and attend the New Faculty Orientation
Benefits
- Pomona College employees enjoy excellent benefits and perks and work in a diverse environment of equal opportunity, intellectual development and personal growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
