Assistant Professor - Yuhaaviatam Endowed Chair of Native American Studies

DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: College of Arts & Science

POSITION: Yuhaaviatam Endowed Chair of Native American Studies

Appointment: Faculty

SALARY RANGE: $77,674 - $86,678

HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

AVAILABLE: August 24th, 2027

POSTING DATE: November 11th, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 1, 2026

TO APPLY: When applying, please upload the following materials;
• letter of application
• C.V.
• two-page statement of teaching philosophy that includes a description of their approach to teaching students with diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds
• one letter of recommendation addressing the candidate's record of engagement with Native American communities
Those seeking additional information regarding the position should contact

Definition of Classification:

The University of Redlands invites applications for the Yuhaaviatam Endowed Chair of Native American Studies, a tenure-track Assistant Professor (appointment as Associate Professor is possible, based on qualifications) position housed within the Department of Race and Ethnic Studies. We seek an accomplished scholar or scholar-practitioner whose teaching, research, and community engagement advance Native American Tribes and communities through applied, interdisciplinary, and community-centered approaches. We welcome candidates whose expertise enhances interdisciplinary collaboration in areas such as public policy, Tribal governance, political science, health, education, environmental studies, economic development, business, and related fields.

The Endowed Chair will expand the Native American Studies curriculum through innovative, interdisciplinary courses that prepare students to become leaders and changemakers in Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities. They will serve as a visible academic and community leader, cultivating relationships with Tribal Nations, Tribal organizations, community partners, and alumni. The Chair also will play an important role in supporting Native American student recruitment, retention, mentorship, leadership development, and career readiness.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to translating academic learning into meaningful career pathways that advance Tribal Nations and Native American communities by building opportunities for experiential learning, community-engaged scholarship and internships. Strong consideration will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience working collaboratively with Tribal Nations and Native American organizations in Southern California. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to build meaningful partnerships that are responsive to the needs and interests of Tribal Nations and Native American communities. The University recognizes that candidates may demonstrate excellence across these areas through different combinations of scholarship, professional practice, Tribal leadership, teaching, and community engagement.

A Ph.D. or J.D. (or near completion of degree) is required at the time of appointment. If the Ph.D. is not complete at the time of appointment, the appointed candidate may begin at the rank of instructor and convert to assistant professor upon completion of the degree within a reasonable and agreed-upon period of time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Tribal Nations, particularly in Southern California.
• Success mentoring and supporting Native American and Indigenous students.
• Experience developing interdisciplinary, experiential curricula that connect academic learning with Tribal priorities, community engagement, and diverse professional pathways.
• Evidence of community-engaged scholarship, professional practice, or leadership benefiting Indigenous communities.
• Ability to develop partnerships that create research, internship, and career opportunities for students.
• Community-engaged research or professional experience in Tribal governance, public policy, education, healthcare, economic development, environmental stewardship, cultural resource management, or related fields.

The University of Redlands is an independent, regional, comprehensive university with strong roots in liberal arts education. The University of Redlands is committed to providing students with transformative experiential learning opportunities through its Core Four initiative: undergraduate research, community service learning, internships, and study away. We are a Hispanic Serving Institution, with 40% of our student body composed of first-generation students and a strong Native Student Program which supports a growing number of Native American students and collaborates with the endowed chair to create programming on campus.

We actively encourage applications from women and under-represented groups, especially Native Americans.

Applicants must upload the following documents to their candidate profile before submitting their application. All application materials must be submitted no later than January 4, 2027:

• letter of application
• CV.
• two-page statement of teaching philosophy that includes a description of their approach to teaching students with diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds
• one letter of recommendation addressing the candidate's record of engagement with Native American communities

Those seeking additional information regarding the position should contact Jennifer Tilton, Chair, at jennifer_tilton@redlands.edu.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Working Conditions:

Standard office setting. Duties performed are primarily in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as well as the ability to travel, as required.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; may travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop or kneel or crouch to file; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required, please additional request above Application Process.