KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- San Diego State University has opened applications for over 100 faculty roles across disciplines.
- Positions include tenure-track, endowed chairs, clinical scholars, and lecturer pools for AY 2025–2027.
- Applications are mostly open until filled, with some fixed deadlines in January 2026.
San Diego State University (SDSU), a public research institution in California, has announced a large-scale faculty recruitment drive covering academic years 2025–2027.
The openings span tenure-track professors, endowed chairs, clinical scholars, and lecturer pools across sciences, engineering, business, arts, health, and social sciences.
Key Faculty Recruitment Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| University | San Diego State University (USA) |
| Total Openings | 100+ faculty positions |
| Academic Years | AY 2025–2026, AY 2026–2027 |
| Job Types | Tenure-track, Endowed Chairs, Clinical Scholars, Lecturers |
| Locations | San Diego & Imperial Valley |
| Application Status | Mostly Open until filled |
| Fixed Deadline | 31 January 2026 (select Nursing role) |
Major Tenure-Track & Senior Faculty Roles
SDSU is hiring for several high-impact academic appointments beginning Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
Highlighted roles include:
- Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence
- Associate / Full Professor – Public Facing Border Scholarship
- USS Midway Chair in Modern U.S. Military History (Endowed)
- Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering (Lithium-based Energy Systems) – Imperial Valley
- Assistant / Associate / Full Professor of Finance (Endowed)
- Assistant Professor of Business Ethics
- Assistant Professor of Consumer Insights
- Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies (multiple specialisations)
- Assistant Professor of History of Brazil
These roles prioritise research output, interdisciplinary collaboration, and graduate-level teaching.
Extensive Lecturer & Clinical Scholar Pools (AY 2025–2026)
SDSU has also opened a wide range of lecturer pools covering nearly every academic discipline.
High-demand areas include:
- Computer Science, Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
- Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Nursing
- Business, Finance, Marketing, Management Information Systems
- Arts, Theatre, Film, Music, Dance, Design
- Education, Counselling, Special Education
- Humanities, Social Sciences, Languages, Area Studies
- Sciences including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Astronomy
Most lecturer appointments are part-time or full-time temporary roles, suitable for experienced academics and industry professionals.
Imperial Valley Campus Opportunities
The Imperial Valley campus is actively recruiting faculty for:
- Engineering
- Social Work
- Nursing
- Education
- Arts & Sciences
- General Studies
These roles support SDSU’s regional education mission and community engagement objectives.
Why This Matters
For academics seeking U.S. university appointments, SDSU’s recruitment reflects sustained investment in AI, energy systems, healthcare, business, and interdisciplinary research.
For international scholars and Singapore-based academics, this signals:
- Strong demand for globally trained faculty
- Long-term academic stability through tenure-track roles
- Opportunities to build U.S.-based research collaborations
- Exposure to a large public research university system
With most positions open until filled, early application significantly improves selection chances.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through SDSU’s official recruitment portal.
Prepare:
- Academic CV
- Research statement
- Teaching philosophy
- References (as required per role)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are international applicants eligible?
Yes. SDSU accepts applications from qualified international candidates, subject to U.S. visa regulations.
Do all roles require a PhD?
Tenure-track and senior roles require a PhD. Lecturer and clinical roles may accept professional qualifications.
Are deadlines fixed?
Most roles are open until filled, but applicants should apply early. One Nursing role closes 31 January 2026.
Can applicants apply to multiple pools?
Yes, candidates may apply to more than one department if qualifications match.
