Demonstrated research excellence with a strong publishing record.
Commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship.
Experience in Native American and Indigenous studies preferred.
Ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary programs.
Responsibilities
Develop and teach courses in Native American and Indigenous studies.
Engage with students, faculty, and alumni to foster a vibrant academic community.
Contribute to the establishment of the new Program in Native American and Indigenous studies.
Collaborate with other programs within The Effron Center.
Conduct and publish research that advances the field.
Benefits
Access to a collaborative hub of interdisciplinary scholarship.
Opportunities for joint appointments with relevant disciplines.
Support for innovative teaching and research initiatives.
Full Job Description
Description
The Effron Center for the Study of America at Princeton University is undertaking a search for a tenure-track or tenured faculty member in any field in the Humanities and the Social Sciences, and across all geographic areas, as part of a major effort to advance Native American and Indigenous studies in teaching and research. This position will support the establishment of the new Program in Native American and Indigenous studies on campus, broadening and deepening curricular offerings and research opportunities. Appointments will be made in The Effron Center for the Study of America. The Effron Center is a collaborative hub of interdisciplinary scholarship housing the programs in American studies, Asian American studies, Latino studies, and Native American and Indigenous studies. The successful candidate should be prepared to work with students, faculty, and alumni to promote and sustain a vital, innovative, and intellectually expansive community for Native American and Indigenous Studies, and collaboratively engage with the center's other programs. A joint appointment with an appropriate discipline may be considered.
Ph.D. required. Candidates must demonstrate research excellence and a strong publishing record, commensurate with their rank, and be committed to undergraduate teaching.
Senior scholars should submit a letter of interest along with a curriculum vitae and a list of three references (to be contacted later in the search process).
Junior scholars should submit a letter of interest along with a curriculum vitae, a list of three references, and one writing sample (article or dissertation/book chapter).
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online at https://apply.interfolio.com/192642
Candidates are encouraged to apply by November 1, 2026.
