Lecturer in Africana Studies

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Job Description:

The Department of Africana Studies at Binghamton University, State University of New York, invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Africana Studies to teach Introduction to Africana Studies with an emphasis on Black history and social movements, especially in black nationalism, Pan-Africanism and social justice.

The successful candidate will teach three undergraduate courses per semester including multiple sections of lecture format of Introduction to Africana Studies. The teaching load includes both large lecture courses and smaller discussion courses.

We seek candidates who have experience teaching in black history and social justice, and who are engaged in the study of best practices in college teaching. We are especially interested in candidates with teaching experience in transnational and intercultural contexts as well as a knowledge of developments in the field of Black Nationalism/Pan Africanism. Departmental service is also required.

This appointment is for one academic year, beginning Fall 2026. A formal search will be conducted for a multi-year appointment beginning Fall 2027.

Requirements:

Required:

• Ph.D. in Africana Studies or a related field by August 17, 2026
• Experience in undergraduate teaching
• Experience and/or ability to teach historical and contemporary issues in black studies and movements

Preferred:

• Experience in leadership with undergraduate pedagogy or student mentoring
• Experience in teaching courses that focuses on social justice 
• Interest in outreach across departments and disciplines.

Binghamton University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit the following documents to: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=201997

• Cover letter, which speaks to scholarly preparation, teaching experience or preparation, and teaching philosophy
• CV with your contact information
• Summary of evidence of effective teaching, such as examples of student evaluations, sample syllabi, and/or course assignments, etc.
• A document with titles and descriptions of at least two possible course offerings in their area of expertise
• Links to any academic-only website or other online presence, if not included in CV or cover letter
• Names and contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.