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How much do indigenous studies professor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for indigenous studies professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Indigenous Studies professor?

Indigenous Studies Professors are academic professionals who teach and conduct research on the histories, cultures, languages, and contemporary issues of Indigenous peoples. They often work at colleges or universities and may collaborate with Indigenous communities to ensure respectful and accurate representation. Their work can include developing curricula, publishing scholarly articles, and advocating for Indigenous rights and perspectives within academia. These professors play a key role in fostering understanding and appreciation of Indigenous knowledge and experiences.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an Indigenous Studies professor?

To thrive as an Indigenous Studies Professor, you need advanced academic credentials (typically a PhD) in Indigenous Studies or a related discipline, along with in-depth knowledge of Indigenous histories, cultures, and methodologies. Experience with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas or Blackboard), academic research databases, and possibly Indigenous language proficiency are valuable technical assets. Outstanding intercultural communication, cultural sensitivity, and mentoring skills help foster inclusive learning environments and support diverse student needs. These skills are vital for respectfully educating others, advancing scholarship, and building meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and students.

What are common challenges faced by Indigenous Studies professors when designing course materials?

Indigenous Studies Professors often face the challenge of ensuring that course materials authentically represent diverse Indigenous voices and perspectives. Balancing academic rigor with cultural sensitivity requires regular consultation with Indigenous communities and ongoing adaptation to new research and feedback. Additionally, professors must navigate institutional requirements while advocating for decolonized curricula, which can sometimes involve challenging established norms or addressing misconceptions among students.

What is the difference between Indigenous Studies Professor vs Anthropology Professor?

AspectIndigenous Studies ProfessorAnthropology Professor
Required CredentialsPhD in Indigenous Studies, Anthropology, or related fieldPhD in Anthropology or related discipline
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, research institutionsUniversities, research centers, fieldwork settings
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions focusing on Indigenous issuesAcademic institutions with broad anthropology programs
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Indigenous Studies Professors and Anthropology Professors often share similar credentials and work environments, both working in academia and requiring advanced degrees. However, Indigenous Studies Professors focus specifically on Indigenous histories, cultures, and issues, while Anthropology Professors cover broader human societies and biological aspects. The choice depends on your specific academic and research interests within the social sciences.

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Infographic showing various Indigenous Studies Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor, Native American/American Indian Studies

San Marcos, CA • On-site

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
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$77K - $122K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach a variety of courses in Native American/American Indian Studies in person, online, synchronous, and hybrid modalities.

  • Utilize Indigenous epistemologies and methodologies in teaching.

  • Contribute to the growth of the department's academic scope, curricular offerings, and collaborations with campuses and tribal communities.

Job description

Assistant Professor, Native American/American Indian Studies

Department: American Indian Studies Department

Palomar College

Date Opened: 07/13/2026
Close Date: 09/07/2026

Primary Function

The Assistant Professor, Native American/ American Indian Studies is primarily responsible for teaching a variety of courses in the discipline of Native American/American Indian Studies in person, online, synchronous, and hybrid modalities, utilizing Indigenous epistemologies and methodologies.

Palomar Community College serves nine of San Diego County’s 18 federally recognized tribes. Located on the lands of the Luiseño, Kumeyaay, Cupeño, and Cahuilla peoples, our program acknowledges and supports the sovereignty and rights of Indigenous Nations over their ancestral and traditional lands. The American Indian Studies Department is committed to growing its academic scope, curricular offerings and collaborations with its multiple campuses and departments, diverse local regions, and tribal communities.

The American Indian Studies Department welcomes applications from American Indian Studies/Native American, Indigenous Studies, Ethnic Studies, and related fields, with expertise in a wide variety of research, including tribal governance; sovereignty and federal Indian law; decolonization and Indigenization; environmental justice and sustainability; language and culture reclamation and revitalization; Native knowledge and epistemologies; art and cultural expression; and political movements.

Salary

Starting salary range: $77,011.42 - $122,363.70 annually.

Academic training and teaching experience will form the basis for salary computation as determined by placement on the regular salary schedule of the College. A maximum of step 8 at the appropriate salary grade will be awarded to new faculty.

For a salary estimate, visit www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/classifications/ and use the links in the Full-time Faculty section.

Benefits
  • Insurance fully paid for employees and their eligible dependents: four medical plans, dental HMO, and the vision plan (additional plans are available that require employee buy up/monthly contribution)
  • $80,000 employee term life/accident insurance policy (additional buy up options available)
  • Employee long-term care insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) – Free counseling, financial, legal, personal and professional development resources
  • Additional buy up options available for other voluntary insurance benefits
  • Enrollment in CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System)

The estimated maximum value of this employer-paid benefits package is approximately $31,245.84 annually.

Minimum Qualifications
  1. A Master’s degree in Native American/American Indian Studies.
  2. A Master’s degree in Ethnic Studies AND a Bachelor’s degree in Native American/American Indian Studies.
  3. A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of the qualifications in either 1) or 2) above. You must complete and attach the Application for Equivalency form www.palomar.edu/hr/equivalency-app/, if you do not possess the specific minimum qualifications as stated above, which includes degrees that have not been awarded at the time of submitting the application.

Only coursework completed at, and degrees awarded by, accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education will be considered as satisfying the minimum qualifications. Coursework and degrees that are completed outside of the United States are required to have transcripts evaluated (evaluation to U.S. equivalency and a course by course analysis) by an appropriate U.S. credentials evaluation service. For a list of credential evaluation agencies accepted by Palomar College, visit the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) website at www.naces.org, or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) website at www.aice-eval.org.

Diversity Statement

Palomar College serves over 30,000 students from a variety of backgrounds and we are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our student body is rich in its diversity. Click here to see a quick overview of our student demographics on our recent Student Fact Sheet.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Palomar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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