26-27 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Asian American Studies

Department Overview

The Asian American Studies Program has a four decade history in the Department of Anthropology, and is a valued part of the Department and University. The Fresno State student body is over 15% Asian American and Pacific Islander and our AAPI students lead many vibrant and active student organizations. The Asian American Studies Program offers a minor, and a new major starting in academic year 2026-27, with classes that focus upon the history and contemporary experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Position Summary

The department seeks qualified candidate(s) to teach undergraduate courses or other classes that may be identified as needed to fulfill the educational goals of current students.

Instructor Responsibility

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306, paragraph 2. Instructors are responsible for the preparation, delivery, conducting, proctoring, and grading (as appropriate) lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e. asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Required Qualifications

Education: A Master's degree in Ethnic Studies or closely related field, with an emphasis in Asian American Studies.

Experience: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, which may be exhibited through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Application Procedures

A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early June 15th, 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Deadline is July 1st, 2026 to be fully considered for Fall 2025 hiring.
• Projected deadline is October 31, 2026 to be fully considered for Spring 2027 hiring.
• Projected Job Announcement for 2026-2027 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2027.

Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, Create an Applicant Profile, or Login if you have already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching; Curriculum vitae; Names and contact information of at least three professional references; Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs; A teaching philosophy statement.

For inquiries contact Dr. Luis Fernando Macias, Interim Chair, E-mail: luisfernando@mail.fresnostate.edu

The position advertised will remain open until filled.