[INDOLOGY] Job Opening at Stony Brook University (South Asian and South Asian American Studies)

[Andrew Nicholson]

Dear Colleagues,

Stony Brook University, State University of New York is hiring for a
position in South Asian and South Asian American Studies. The deadline for
applications is March 20, 2026.

You can find the full job posting here: *https://apply.interfolio.com/180746
<https://apply.interfolio.com/180746> *

Please feel free to share this job announcement widely to anyone who might
be interested. Inquiries about this position can be sent to the chair of
the job search, Prof. S.N. Sridhar (s.sridhar at stonybrook.edu).

With best wishes,
Andrew

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Description

The Department of Asian and Asian American Studies (AAAS) at Stony
Brook University, New York, invites applications for a lecturer position in
South Asian and South Asian American Studies, offered through the SUNY
Promoting, Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth plus (
PRODiG+ <https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/>) Lecturer Fellowship, with the
potential to be converted to a tenure-track assistant professor position in
the department upon completion of a successful two-year fellowship.

The PRODiG Plus is designed with two primary goals: (1) increasing the
number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the
ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthening the
pipeline for retention and support of those faculty. Additional information
on the PRODiG Plus Fellowship can be found at
https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/fellowship/.

We seek scholars with expertise in interdisciplinary research that involves
South Asian Studies and South Asian American Studies, with a focus on one
or more of the following: the South Asian diaspora, media, cultural and
literary studies, political and civic engagement, or issues of race,
ethnicity, and identity. The successful candidate will teach courses that
may include, but are not limited to: the history and migrant experiences of
South Asian Americans; South Asian immigrant families and social networks;
and South Asian American culture, art, and literature. The Fellow may be
included in departmental activities as an early career faculty member
wherever possible, and will be mentored by senior faculty in the Department
of AAAS.

This 12-month, two-year long fellowship appointment will start on September
1, 2026, with the salary of $80,000 - set by SUNY. Each Fellow will be
evaluated on their performance in the second year, and, if successful,
their position will be converted to a tenure-track assistant professor
position in the department of AAAS after two years.

*About the Department:*
Established in 2002, the Department of Asian & Asian American Studies is
one of the few departments in the U.S. that integrates the study and
teaching of both Asian and Asian American studies. It offers an
interdisciplinary curriculum that highlights the history of New York as the
home of Asian immigrants since the 19th century and recognizes the
importance of the Asia-Pacific in this present century. Using textual
studies and discourse analysis as our primary analytic tools, we focus on
the study of Asian and Asian American languages, cultures, and intellectual
histories over time and in contact with other global cultures. Among our
faculty are internationally-recognized scholars in linguistics, cultural
studies, history,  philosophy, and religious studies. Our global curriculum
ranges from studies of classical Asian civilizations to studies of modern
Asian diasporic cultures.



We offer the following degree programs:

MA in Global Asias (GLAMA)

MA “History of Philosophies East and West” (HPEW)

B.A. in Asian & Asian American Studies

B.A. in Asian & Asian American Studies with Teacher Certification (Chinese,
Japanese, and Korean).



We also offer the following minors: Asian & Asian American Studies, Asian
American Studies, aSIAN Thought, China Studies, Japanese Studies, Korean
Studies, and South Asian Studies. In addition, we offer study-abroad
programs that provide unique opportunities for immersion in the languages
and cultures of China, India, Japan and Korea.




*About the College: *As part of a great research university, the College of
Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University incubates creative work and
scholarship in fundamental disciplines, connecting with medicine,
technology, public policy, culture, education, the arts, business and
environment. As the liberal arts college for the campus, we help students
and faculty explore diverse possibilities that exceed their initial
expectations and prepare for a lifetime of learning and discovery.
Qualifications

*Required Qualifications: *



   1.

   Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.
   2.

   Hold a PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Asian Studies, South Asian
   Studies, or Asian American Studies, or relevant terminal degree from an
   accredited institution, completed prior to start date; and
   3.

   Demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging
   with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating
   and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus
   community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an
   academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and
   inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related
   experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or
   populations.



*Preferred Qualifications:*



   1.

   Teaching experience at the undergraduate level
   2.

   Competence in a South Asian language
   3.

   Preference will be given to candidates who are:


   -

   Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.
   -

   From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates),
   were first-generation college students (students whose parents have not
   earned a bachelor’s degree), have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps
   alumni, or are veterans.



The PRODiG Plus Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates
regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with
all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All
application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with
the required eligibility criteria.

*Andrew J. Nicholson, Ph.D. *(he/him)
Associate Professor, Asian and Asian American Studies
Director, Minor in South Asian Studies
<https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/asianamerican/programs/Program_SouthAsia.php>
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 11794-5343  USA
(631) 632-4030
http://philosophicalrasika.com/
Virtual office hours meeting room: https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/7495611341
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