Assistant Professor in Race and Medicine, Department of Black Studies

Position Overview Position Title : Assistant Professor of Black StudiesSalary Range : The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and / or step at the time of appointment. See salary ranges . A reasonable estimate for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 at the Assistant Level.Percent Time : 100%Anticipated Start : July 1, 2025 or laterApplication Window Open Date : November 8, 2024Next Review Date : Monday, Dec 16, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final Date : Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description The Department of Black Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a tenure-track position in Race and Medicine with a start date of July 1, 2025 or thereafter. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research and teaching focus on Reproductive Justice and / or other aspects of Medical Racism.The Department seeks social scientists and humanities scholars whose research is informed by Critical Disability Studies, Black Feminisms, Black Queer and Trans Studies, Environmental Justice, and Carceral Studies, among other specialties. Engaged, multi-modal, creative, collaborative and / or activist approaches are also welcome. Potential specializations include : Reproductive health care and abortion accessBlack maternal mortalityBlackness and the Foster Care SystemEnvironmental Racism and HealthBlack Trans Health and Gender Affirming CareTransnational Migration and Black HealthClimate Change and Chronic ConditionsPolicing and DebilityAfro-diasporic Health and HealingThe successful candidate will join a pioneering Black Studies program. An engagement with teaching and university service that addresses the needs of Black people is expected of all candidates. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.Qualifications Basic Qualifications (required at time of application) : The minimum requirement to be considered an applicant is the completion of all requirements for a PhD except the dissertation (ABD status) in Black Studies or a closely related discipline at the time of application.Additional Qualifications (required at time of start) : The successful applicant must have a PhD in Black Studies or related field by the time of appointment.Preferred Qualifications : Specializations in Critical Medical Studies, Critical Disability Studies, Black Feminisms, Black Queer and Trans Studies, Environmental Justice, and Carceral Studies encouraged.Application Requirements Document Requirements : Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover Letter - Please provide a cover letter that describes your research, teaching experience, qualifications, and how you have potential to contribute intellectually and educationally to enhancing Black Studies at UC Santa Barbara.Statement of Research - Please provide a statement that outlines your research experience, current research projects, and future research goals in Black Studies.Statement of Teaching - Please provide a statement that details your teaching and mentorship experience, a brief summary of your teaching philosophy and / or pedagogical approach, and one or more topics that you would be interested in teaching.Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and / or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and / or service.Writing Sample - 30 pages or lessSample Syllabus (Optional)Reference Requirements : 3-4 letters of reference required. Applicants should add contact information (name and email address) for at least 3 references. Letters of reference must be requested through the system.Apply Link : https : / / recruit.ap.ucsb.edu / JPF02853Help Contact : theresarodriguez@ucsb.eduAbout UC Santa Barbara The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time.Job Location Santa Barbara, CA#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000