Assistant Professor - African & African-American Studies

SUNY Brockport invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the Department of African and African American Studies to begin August 1, 2026. Position has responsibility for teaching, scholarly activity, and service to the department, campus, and profession. Research specialty is open, but candidates must possess a PhD in History or Africana Studies with a concentration on the history and culture of the peoples of Africa. The chosen person must be able to teach introductory and advanced courses from an African-centered perspective, maintaining and expanding the African Studies dimension of our department. Candidates who can also teach courses on aspects of the African Diaspora, such as Afro-Brazilian, Afro-Caribbean, and/or Afro-Canadian histories are especially encouraged to apply.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Teaching (50%)

• Expected 3-3 course load
• Engage in experiential and hands-on education
• Infuse diversity issues as appropriate
• Manage student advisement and intra-campus recruitment

Scholarly Activity (40%)

• Publish books or peer reviewed articles in peer-reviewed national or international journals,
• Conduct professional presentations at regional and national conferences, and
• Engages in other scholarly activities according to one's academic specialty

Service (10%)

• Engage in enrollment and retention initiatives
• Attend University events
• Provide service to the department, University, community, and profession

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in History or Africana Studies with a specialization in African History from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
• Demonstrate a commitment and strong knowledge and understanding of the field of African and African American Studies (or Africana Studies)
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity through teaching, scholarship, or service
• Experience teaching online courses

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach courses and understand Africa-centered pedagogy and curricular philosophy.
• Familiarity with Pan-African Political thought and praxis as well as other Africana philosophies
• Experience supervising students in practicums or internships
• Awareness of experiential and hands-on opportunities in the discipline

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

Variable
Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at [email protected]. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.


To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/brockport/jobs/5063464/assistant-professor-african-african-american-studies