Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality Studies: Visiting Assistant Professor in Critical Hmong Studies

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Position Title:

Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality Studies: Visiting Assistant Professor in Critical Hmong Studies

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Lecturer

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Position 

The Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (REGSS) Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor in Critical Hmong Studies. This two-year position begins on August 13, 2027. The position may be extended to a third year.

  

We seek applicants whose research interests, qualifications, and/or experience relate to one or more of the following: 

• Commitment to an intersectional approach to Hmong and Hmong American issues, especially as they relate to race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, social class, indigeneity and decolonization, disability, etc.
• Interest in the educational development and mentoring of Critical Hmong Studies students and students from affiliated organizations on campus. 

Required Qualifications 

• Earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Asian American Studies, American Studies, Ethnic Studies, Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies, Education Studies, History, Sociology, or other closely related field; or MFA in writing, visual art, multimedia arts, and/or performing arts.
• ABD candidates will be considered if the doctorate is complete before the start of the contract.
• Excellence in undergraduate teaching. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Ability to communicate in Hmong and/or teach Hmong language courses.
• Interest in doing outreach and working with Hmong American communities at the university and surrounding region. 
• Interest in leading immersion trips, domestic and international, related to Critical Hmong Studies. 

Responsibilities 

The teaching load for this position includes 4 classes per semester totaling 12 credit hours. The successful candidate will teach Critical Hmong Studies courses in the REGSS department, such as: Hmong American Experiences in the U.S.; and Intersectionality: Critical Approaches to Identity and Injustice. The successful candidate will also teach courses in departments or programs based on disciplinary expertise (e.g., LGBTQ Studies, Art and Design, Sociology, Music and Theatre, Languages, History, Anthropology). There will also be opportunity to develop courses in Critical Hmong Studies. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate is expected to do service work that builds community among Critical Hmong Studies students and related student organizations, as well as Hmong populations and organizations in the region.

University and Eau Claire Community 

The University of Wisconsin­–Eau Claire promotes diversity and inclusiveness, stewardship and sustainability, and leadership and innovation. With approximately 9,000 students, UW-EC is consistently rated as one of the top public regional universities in the Midwest and enjoys a national reputation for excellence in liberal education, faculty-undergraduate research, and study abroad. Faculty resources include the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, both of which offer professional development opportunities and the potential for interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching and in scholarship. 

A community of 72,000, Eau Claire is the largest city in western Wisconsin with thriving arts and music scenes, as recently featured in Volume One, the area’s arts and culture weekly, as well as the Star Tribune and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Eau Claire and the surrounding areas boast scenic rivers, parks, and bike trails, as well as farmers’ markets, outdoor concerts, literary events, world-class entertainment at the Pablo Arts Center, and more. Eau Claire is home to a Hmong American community of over 3,000 and is approximately 90 miles from the largest metro population of Hmong Americans in the country, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, which also offers world-class theater, symphony and chamber orchestras, opera, and major league sports. 

Application Procedure: 

Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives  (Job ID # 10014793). Your application will not be considered complete unless all required documents (in .pdf format) are submitted:  

• letter of application, addressing each of the qualifications above with examples as appropriate  
• curriculum vita 
• writing sample (10–15 pages, double spaced, or 2500-3,750 words); or an artist portfolio featuring images, audio, or short video reels of work 
• a statement that describes your teaching philosophy and approach to teaching and/or developing courses in Critical Hmong Studies and other areas of expertise (2 pages, double spaced) 
• An unofficial graduate school transcript 
• Names, titles, and contact information for a minimum of three references (include with your letter of application; Workday will only allow five uploads)

In addition to the above required materials, three confidential letters of recommendation will need to be emailed to Sheryl Gonzales, [email protected]. Please have your letter writers or portfolio service put “REGSS--Critical Hmong Studies” and your name in the subject line. Email questions to Dr. Rae Langes, Chair of REGSS: [email protected]   

To ensure priority consideration, completed applications must be received no later than 11:59 pm on Sunday, October 15, 2026.  However, screening may continue until the position is filled.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance

• Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

• Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction

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INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW 

 

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit  https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ . 

 

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities. 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

 

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment. 

 

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7). 

 

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.