University of Kansas-Assistant Professor of Trans Studies
The Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Kansas seeks an Assistant Professor of trans studies for Fall 2025. This position is a full-time, tenure-track, academic-year (9-month) appointment. The successful candidate must have research and teaching expertise in trans studies. Applications from all trans studies scholars are invited, however we have identified the following areas that would complement the work of our current faculty: critical race theory, disability studies, and decolonial analysis. A Ph.D. in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, or equivalent is highly preferred. A Ph.D. in a related field plus graduate work in WGSS or similar will also be considered.
Our department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences have demonstrated a serious commitment to trans studies and trans scholars, boasting several faculty within the department and across the University, as well as dedicated courses, faculty seminars, and active grant participation. We are committed to building trans studies and are thrilled to be able to expand curricular offerings, graduate student support, community engagement, and public programming
Applicants should submit: (a) a letter of interest detailing graduate training in WGSS, research trajectory, and teaching experience (b) full curriculum vitae, (c) research statement, and (d) contact information for three academic references at https://employment.ku.edu/
Deadline: Completed applications must be received no later than October 7, 2024.
KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, disability, genetic information, parental status, gender identity, gender expression or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5558148