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Assistant Professor of History of Brazil

Job No: 553905
Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Locations: Southern California: San Diego
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Job Search Category/Discipline: Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track, Time Basis: Time Varies

The San Diego State University Department of History and Behner Stiefel Center for Brazilian Studies seek to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in History of Brazil from 1500 onwards. Candidates' scholarly expertise should be firmly grounded in the study of Brazil, with a preference for environmental history, human rights, and/or social movements.

The position will be a joint appointment between the Department of History and the Behner Stiefel Center for Brazilian Studies. The History Department has established strengths in social, cultural, public, military, and global history. The Behner Stiefel Center for Brazilian Studies focuses on the interdisciplinary examination of globally relevant issues in Brazil, with an emphasis on social and environmental justice. We seek candidates whose work complements and engages with one or more of these areas of excellence.

Candidates should have the ability to teach broadly on Latin America at all levels (from lower‑division GE to graduate courses) and/or to place Brazil in a global comparative framework such as “the Americas” or “the Atlantic World.” Candidates should articulate how they would contribute to the Brazil Center and mention any relevant experience with program building. To learn more, visit history.sdsu.edu and https://brazil.sdsu.edu/.

Apply via PageUp by January 24, 2026.

Required qualifications by date of application:

• A record of original research / scholarly / creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity, teach graduate and undergraduate courses; and engage in both campus and professional service activities.
• Terminal degree in History or a related field, with all degree requirements met.

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in the discipline and its methodologies.
• Record of publications, presentations, and/or funding.
• Demonstrated proficiency in interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches.
• Potential for securing extramural funding.
• University-level teaching experience.
• Preparation for teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to direct advanced undergraduate student research.
• Ability to direct graduate student research.
• Understanding of the mission and goals of the academic unit and SDSU.
• Experience with program building and community engagement.

Apply via PageUp by January 24, 2026, providing the following materials:

• Names and contact information for three references.
• Additional materials will be requested from shortlisted applicants.

The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is from $83,000 to $88,000. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment. All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable “OneSDSU” community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to. Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact cphd@sdsu.edu.

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applications Close: January 24, 2026.

To apply, visit https://careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/553905