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Open/Mixed[]

California State University - Dominguez Hills (USA:CA) - Latin American/Mexican[]

Tenure-track position in Latin American/Mexican History at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin Fall 2023
For full consideration: 10 Oct. 2022
First round interviews. Anyone get a campus invite yet?
- No word back over here. They were kind of cagey about the timeline during the first-round interview
- December 16: Boilerplate Rejection Email for Campus Interview (x 2)

Community College of Rhode Island (USA:RI) - World Civ with Latin America, Africa, Asia, or the Middle East[]

9 month Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of History, to start Jan 2023 (non-negotiable)
See full posting, link above, at Open_Field_or_Mixed_Hire_History_2022-23

Gettysburg College (USA:PA)[]

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Latin American History
Expertise in any time period from the 16th up to the 21st century is welcome. We seek individuals who have a genuine interest in teaching within the liberal arts environment.
Teaching Load 3/2: Teaching responsibilities will include some combination of 100-level World History courses for majors or non-majors and upper-division courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in History in hand by August 2023
A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching goals in a liberal arts environment should be submitted. In addition, applicants should enter the names and email addresses of three professional references, at least one of whom can speak to the applicant’s teaching effectiveness. After the applicant completes the online application, the professional references indicated will be contacted by Gettysburg College via email to submit letters of recommendation electronically.
For full consideration: 15 Nov. 2022
- Internal search most likely - Last year they hired a Brazilianist as VAP.
- 15 December: Zoom Interview Request

Hope College (USA:MI) - Latin American History and/or US Latina/o/x History[]

tenure-track assistant professor of Latin American history and/or US Latina/o/x history.
Time period and specialization are open.
Ph.D. in hand is preferred, but ABDs with a clear defense date are welcome to apply.
Teaching: The successful candidate will offer an introductory course in Latin American history, specialized courses in their field, and courses for Hope College’s general education curriculum. Potential to contribute to the College’s American Ethnic Studies minor or other interdisciplinary programs is desirable.
To apply, please visit hope.edu/jobs. As part of your online application, please upload the following: Cover letter, CV, A copy of unofficial transcripts, A statement indicating a willingness to commit to and engage with the mission of Hope College, our Christian Aspirations, and the Hope College ethic of Inclusive Excellence; Semifinalists will be asked to provide three confidential letters of recommendation.
Deadline: 2 Nov. 2022
Crossposted to North American History 2022-23
- 15 November: Interview Request
- 15 December: On campus interview rejection email
- Position filled

Iona University (USA:NY) - Latin American History TT[]

Tenure track, assistant professor who specializes in the history of Latin America.
Although the search committee will consider candidates with expertise in any area of Latin American history, it would prefer candidates who also possess training in one or more of the following fields: the history of women and gender, the transAtlantic slave trade, African history, African diasporic experiences, Indigenous histories in Latin America, decoloniality, Caribbean history, historical archaeology, and the digital humanities.
The University seeks to fill this position for the 2023 academic year, and candidates must have a completed PhD by the start of their appointment.
Teaching Load 4-4
Review begins: Open until filled
- Any news about interviews?
- Position filled

Kenyon College (USA:OH) - [Non-TT][]

two-year visiting assistant professor in International Studies and Latin American History, beginning 1 July 2023.
To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant's research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and prior teaching experience; 2) a statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial graduate transcript; and 5) names and contact information for three recommenders. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website
Review begins:9 Jan. 2023

Loyola University Chicago (USA:IL)[]

Tenure track assistant professorship in Latin American History
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in History when they begin their appointment and exhibit a strong potential for excellence in teaching and research, with expertise in Latin American History.
Open to all periods and regions, including the Caribbean.
Teaching: The successful candidate will teach graduate and upper-level undergraduate courses in Latin American History, including the introduction to Latin American History survey that is part of the university’s Core Curriculum. The successful candidate will also be a member of the Latin American and Latina/o Studies Program and will be able to participate in expanding the academic planning and intellectual life of the program
Applicants should submit a current Curriculum Vitae, a teaching statement, research statement, three recommendation letters, student evaluations, and a letter of interest.
For full consideration: 1 Dec. 2022
- December 16 - Interview Request
- Any news on campus visit invitations? Campus visits scheduled
- Chair said they received 99 applications

Loyola University Maryland (USA) - Latin American History VAP[]

The History Department at Loyola University Maryland invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in Latin American history.
The successful applicant will teach four undergraduate courses a semester (ordinarily two preparations), including Introduction to Modern Latin America and HS 100 Encountering the Past.
Ability to teach History of Mexico preferred.
Taken by all Loyola students as part of the Core Curriculum, HS 100 Encountering the Past uses the perspective of a single historical topic chosen by the instructor to introduce students to the field of history and its importance for understanding the present. Basic departmental or university service is expected (e.g., attending faculty meetings).
We seek candidates who display a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, including an appreciation of or engagement in high impact practices in History.
The appointment will begin on August 24, 2023. Ph.D. in hand and teaching experience preferred but not required. Applicants must submit online a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, and the names and contact information of three referees at https://careers.loyola.edu.
Paper applications cannot be accepted. Review of applications will begin on April 21st.

McGill University (CAN) - African Diaspora in Latin America after 1791[]

tenure track position in the history of the African Diaspora in Latin America after 1791 at the rank of assistant professor, effective 1 August 2023.
The successful applicant is expected to hold a Ph.D. in History or a related field at the time of appointment. The specific area and period of research are open but must fall within the parameters of the job title
Applications should be submitted electronically to Workday McGill’s Employment Portal https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Careers/job/Leacock-Building/Assistant-Professor---Department-of-History-and-Classical-Studies_JR0000031175 and include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and an equity statement of one page maximum; it is expected that the candidate discuss their research, research plans, and teaching philosophy within the cover letter. Once your application materials have been submitted, you will be notified via Workday to provide the contact information for three referees. These referees will then be contacted by Workday to upload their reference letters.
Deadline: 1 Nov. 2022

Sacramento State (USA:CA)[]

probationary, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Latin American History position to begin Fall 2023.
The PhD in History or a related field must be completed by August 15, 2023. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2022.
1. a cover letter addressing teaching and research; 2. a curriculum vitae, including contact information (phone and email) for 2 references; 3. a teaching portfolio including syllabi and a statement of teaching philosophy; 4. a diversity statement (see description above); 5. a writing sample or example of published scholarship; 6. graduate transcripts (unofficial accepted, official required for interview). Candidates must also have two (2) recent letters of recommendation sent to the search committee at [[1]].
Deadline: open until filled.
- Dec 2: first-round interviews completed
- December 16: campus visit invitation

St. Lawrence University (USA:NY) - Non-Tt[]

Visiting Assistant Professor position in Latin American History for one year, possibly renewable, beginning August 2023
Though the area of specialization is open, those candidates with a secondary field in the history of the Caribbean, the Atlantic world, or Europe would be especially welcome. Experience teaching introductory undergraduate courses is preferred. Candidates who bring innovative and creative approaches to teaching and who could offer courses in one or more of the following thematic areas are especially encouraged to apply: environmental history, medicine/public health, migration studies, and/or history of media/technology.
Teaching Load: 3/3
Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu, uploading all required materials which are defined in the “special instructions to applicant” section... Questions may be directed to the search chair, Dr. Melissane Schrems, by e-mail (mschrems@stlawu.edu) or phone (315-229-5221).
Review of applications will begin immediately [ad posted 30 Mar] and will continue until the position is filled.

Southern Methodist University (USA:TX) - pref. Mexican [Senior Hire][]

Edmund J. and Louise W. Kahn Chair in History, at the rank of associate or full professor in the field of Latin American history, in any area or period, to begin fall semester 2023.
The department has a preference for Mexican history, but it encourages and will consider applications from all fields of Latin American history
Inquiries and nominations should be sent to Professor Melissa Barden Dowling, Chair, Clements Department of History, Southern Methodist University, at mdowling@smu.edu. The applicant’s letter of interest, CV, a one page diversity statement and 3 letters of recommendation, should be submitted via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/114459
For full consideration: 1 Nov. 2022
- First round interviews Jan. 19 and Jan. 26

Universiteit Leiden (NDL) - Caribbean History[]

NB: this is part of a cluster hire in history at Leiden, some posts at 0.8fte and some full time.

University Lecturer in Caribbean History to begin 1 Aug. 2023; The appointment (1,0 fte) is in temporary employment for 18 months (1 August 2023 to 31 January 2025), with the prospect of a permanent position after positive evaluation
The Institute for History seeks to expand its academic staff by appointment of an university lecturer with teaching and research expertise in the field of Caribbean History. As a lecturer, you will teach courses in the BA programme in History, and the MA programme in Colonial and Global History. You will participate in the research programme ‘Colonial and Global History’ of the Institute for History. The chronological expertise we seek for both teaching and research is the period between 1750 and 2000. We particularly welcome applicants with an environmental perspective on Caribbean history to help strengthen the Faculty of Humanities’ profile on the theme of ‘Environmental Humanities and Sustainability’.
If you do not speak Dutch, you are expected to acquire a good command of Dutch (B1 level) within two years of the appointment. The Institute for History will make resources available to this end.
Deadline: 27 Jan. 2023
- Interviews and mock lectures (online or on campus) will be held in week 10-11.

University at Buffalo, State University of New York (USA:NY) - History of Health, Disability, and/or Science, South Asian expertise preferred[]

associate or full professor, tenure-line faculty position in the History of Health, Disability, and/or Science. Regional expertise expected in Asia or Latin America, with a preference for South Asia.
Specialty may be in any time period
We seek a colleague who will help anchor a growing interdisciplinary research focus in Global Health, Disability, Science, and Gender at UB, formally identified as an area of expansion and investment by the university leadership. This search is part of a cluster of hires, with the History Department focusing on the intersection of Health, Disability, and/or Science. The successful candidate will join a collegial and energetic department that is already home to active programs in Disability Studies and the medical humanities, as well as faculty focused on the histories of gender, race, and empire. We aim to deepen departmental expertise in decolonial epistemologies; gendered health disparities; Indigenous knowledges and practices; biomedicine and pharmacopeia within south-south exchanges and migrations; lived experiences of poverty, disability, and displacement; and the subaltern politics and social contexts of science.
Teaching Load: 2/2
Review begins: 14 Feb. 2023 (applications accepted until position filled)

University of California San Diego (USA: CA) - Borderlands, LatinX, Central America, Spanish Speaking Caribbean and/or the U.S.-Mexico border.[]

Full time Assistant Professorship in Latinx and Latin American history with a focus on Central America, the Spanish-speaking Caribbean, and/or the U.S.-Mexico border to begin July 1, 2023.
We have a strong preference for scholars whose research and teaching prioritizes the relationship between communities in the U.S. and Latin America, immigration, Afro-Latinidades, indigeneity, and/or the nineteenth century.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service.
This position is one of 14 new ladder-rank faculty positions in the Latinx Cluster Hire Initiative (LCHI) at UC San Diego. The LCHI aims to increase faculty diversity, innovative research, and culturally relevant curriculum and mentorship through increased engagement and collaboration between various departments across campus with the Chicanx and Latinx Studies (CLS) and Latin American Studies (LAS) programs.
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.; Cover Letter; Writing Sample - no more than 10,000 words; Statement of Teaching; Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity; 3-5 letters of reference required.
Deadline: 1 Jan 2023
- Zoom Interviews scheduled for Feb 13-17
- At campus visit stage [Feb 21]

University College London (UK:Eng) Latin American/Caribbean pref. before 1900[]

Latin American and/or Caribbean history at the Lecturer level (equivalent of a U.S. tenure-track Assistant Professor position), to begin 1 Sept. 2023
Applicants must have a PhD in History or related subject. They should have a track record or trajectory of internationally excellent publications in Latin American and/or Caribbean history, and proven experience of teaching and assessment at university level in Latin American and/or Caribbean history. We particularly welcome applicants with a research background in the history of Latin America and/or the Caribbean before 1900.
Deadline: 28 Feb. 2023

University College London (UK:Eng) - non-TT[]

Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in History of Latin America. The post is available from 01/09/23 to 31/08/25 in the first instance.
Teaching: the following modules: History, Memory, Democracy: ‘Thematic’ BA module; Culture and Revolutions in Twentieth-Century Latin America: ‘Advanced’ module; Crime and Punishment or Foreigners in Revolutionary Mexico, c.1910-1940: Second-Year Research Seminar topics; Latin America in Global Intellectual History: MA module.
Deadline: 10 May 2023

University of Houston, Downtown (USA:TX) - Two positions[]

up to two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Latin American History.
Preferred: Ability to teach courses related to Mexico, Borderlands, and/or U.S. Women’s History.
Candidates must have received a Ph.D. in History with a specialization in Latin America from a regionally-accredited institution by the time of employment.
Teaching: Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in their specialty area, as well as core courses in Latino Studies and U.S. History
A letter of interest and curriculum vitae must be attached to the online application. A statement of teaching philosophy that emphasizes instructional strategies and student engagement with diverse student populations, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research statement, a copy of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation are required. Documents that cannot be attached to the online application must be emailed or mailed to: Dr. Austin Allen, History Search Committee, University of Houston-Downtown, One Main Street, N-1007, Houston, TX 77002-1001, chss_hhl@uhd.edu.
Review begins: 15 Nov. 2022
- Any word?
- 17 Feb. Zoom interview invitation
- Any news about campus invitations?
- [6 April] on campus scheduled
- [7 June] offer accepted

University of Louisiana, Lafayette (USA:LA)[]

Assistant Professor - Latin American History
The preferred applicant will teach undergraduate and graduate Latin American history courses, world history surveys, and other courses that complement our departmental offerings. We are interested in all research areas in Latin American History
PhD by the time of appointment is required. Teaching experience is desirable. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse student populations. Applicants are expected to describe their commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment through their research, teaching, and/or service activities.
To be considered for this position: Please attach the following documents to your application: A curriculum vitae, Cover letter, Additional materials will be requested for those invited to a Zoom interview. Questions regarding your application and status may be directed to Dr. Liz Skilton: liz.skilton@louisiana.edu
Review begins: 3 Feb. 2023 and continues until position filled.
- February 9 - Interview Request

University of Nebraska (USA:NE) Omaha[]

Tenure-track assistant professor position in Latin American History, to begin 14 Aug. 2023
Geographic area and chronological period are open.
Applicants must have their dissertation and all other work for a Ph.D. in history or a closely related field completed and approved by May 2023
Teaching Load: 3/3 (nine hours a semester) Candidates should be able to teach surveys of World Civilizations, Latin American History, one of the department’s methodology courses, and upper-level courses in their area of specialization (at both the undergraduate and graduate level)
To apply, please submit the following application materials: Cover letter, C.V., Diversity, equity, & inclusion statement, including how this would influence the candidate’s approach to teaching the diverse student body at UNO, Names and contact information of three references (references will only be contacted for finalists). Candidates who advance beyond the first round will be asked for letters of reference, sample syllabi, and a writing sample. Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or any other website will not be reviewed or considered
Review begins 5 Dec. 2023
Review delayed due to semester break. First round interviews (zoom) will not take place until late January or early February 2023.
- 26 Jan: Interview Request

University of Richmond (USA:VA) - VAP in Latin American History[]

The University of Richmond Department of History invites applications for a full-time, one-year visiting assistant professor position in Latin American History to begin in the 2023-24 academic year.
This is a non-tenure track appointment, with the possibility of renewal for up to one year, contingent upon performance, budget, and continued need. The individual we seek will be a highly effective teacher and student-centered mentor, with a strong commitment to pedagogies that value diversity and inclusivity. The teaching load is 3 units/classes per semester.
Scholars of all chronological, thematic, and methodological emphases are welcome to apply. A PhD in history is required prior to appointment.
The University of Richmond is a private university located just a short drive from downtown Richmond, Virginia. Through its five schools and wide array of campus programming, the University combines the best qualities of a small liberal arts college and a large university. With approximately 4,000 students, an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, and more than 90% of traditional undergraduate students living on campus, the University is remarkably student-centered, focused on preparing students “to live lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a global and pluralistic society.”
The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body, and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of difference in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our academic community strongly encourages applications that are in keeping with this commitment. For more information on the department and its programs, please see history.richmond.edu.
Applicants should apply online at http://jobs.richmond.edu and submit a cover letter and a current curriculum vitae. Applicants who have integrated inclusive pedological approaches into their courses, who have experience working with diverse range of people, and/or who can contribute to a climate of inclusivity are encouraged to apply and to highlight their experiences in their cover letter.
Candidates for this position may be asked, at a later date, to provide, sample syllabi, academic transcripts, and the names and contact information of three references. Please address any questions about the position to the search committee chair, Professor Joanna Drell (jdrell@richmond.edu). Review of applications begins on April 17th, 2023 and continues until the position is filled.

University of Strathclyde (UK:Scot)[]

Strathclyde Chancellor’s Fellow in Latinx and/or Latin American History (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer)
Your Fellowship will normally be at lecturer level (exceptionally, at senior lecturer (Grade 9) (£56,048 - £63,059) where you have a strong track record in research leadership) for 5 years, with the expectation that you’ll meet our promotion criteria within that period and be transferred to senior lecturer (or, where you’ve been appointed as a senior lecturer, Reader) level.
The successful candidate will be expected to conduct teaching and research across both the Spanish and History subject areas. Applicants should have native or near-native knowledge of Spanish and a research profile in Latinx or Latin American history. Possible research areas include but are not limited to: indigenous studies; Afro-Latinx studies; migration studies; environmental humanities; health studies; gender studies. Applicants are particularly encouraged who can create synergies across the School, Faculty and University.
We would love to hear from you if you have a PhD and postdoctoral research experience; an emerging publication history in high quality academic journals; and research interests which align with this area of strategic priority – particularly if you already hold an external fellowship that can be transferred to us.
Deadline: 12 Apr. 2023

Wabash College (USA:IN)[]

tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor from scholars working in any chronological area and specialization of Latin America and the Global South History (Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Oceania), to begin 1 Jul. 2023
Teaching Load: 3/3
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, a diversity statement that articulates a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, service, and research, evidence of teaching effectiveness, writing sample, three email addresses of recommenders through which to solicit recommendations, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Applicants must have Ph.D. in hand by start date.
To apply, go to www.wabash.edu/employment and click the “Apply Now” button to upload your materials. Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Sabrina Thomas, Chair of the History Department, at thomass@wabash.edu.
review begins 4 Nov. 2022
Virtual interviews will follow in December with on campus interviews to begin in January or early February
- 8 Dec: Interview Request
- 26 Dec: On-Campus Rejection letter
- Position filled.

Weber State University (USA:UT)[]

Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Latin American History beginning Fall 2023.
PhD in History is required prior to appointment. ABD candidates may apply; however, the PhD must be in hand by July 1, 2023.
Specialization is open to all thematic areas and time periods.
Teaching Load: 4/4 The successful candidate is required to teach the two-part World History surveys, the two-part Latin American surveys, as well as other upper-level courses in their area of specialization.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following to be considered: A letter of application; CV; Diversity statement; Course syllabi (one upper division and one lower division); Contact information for three references (if a candidate has not completed the doctorate, one reference must be the candidate’s advisor)
Review begins: 1 Oct. 2022 and continues until position filled.
- 10 November - Interview Request
- 22 November - Campus Visit Invitation
- 21 December - Accepted Offer

Pre-Colonial[]

Colonial[]

Pomona College (USA:CA) - [Non-TT;VAP][]

two-year Visiting Assistant Professor in colonial Latin American history with a regional focus on the Spanish-speaking Caribbean or mainland Latin America, excluding Mexico and Brazil.
Candidates with a Ph.D. in History or related disciplines or at the later stage of Ph.D. study are welcome to apply.
Teaching Load: 5 courses/year including a survey in colonial Latin American history taught in the fall semester and upper-level classes. Candidates able to offer classes in women’s and gender history; comparative slavery, emancipation, and post-emancipation societies; Afro-Latin America; Indigenous/Afro-Indigenous Studies; sexuality; or critical digital humanities are especially encouraged to apply.
A complete application should include a cover letter; a detailed curriculum vitae; graduate transcripts; and at least two letters of reference. In the cover letter, be sure to discuss teaching philosophy and demonstrated ability to teach a diverse student body. Please submit your application or inquiries via email at historySearch@pomona.edu.
Deadline: not stated in ad, ad expires 1 Mar. 2023.

Texas A&M International University (USA:TX) - Colonial Latin America/Mexico[]

Full-time, tenure track, Assistant Professor of History with a research specialty in Colonial Latin America, with a preference for Mexico, to begin 14 Aug 2023
Teaching: ability to teach courses in the history of Colonial Latin America; ability to teach survey courses in Western or World Civilizations; and willingness to teach US history survey courses
Completed employment application must include cover letter, curriculum vita, evidence of teaching ability and scholarship potential, along with the names and contact information of for three (3) current professional references.
Review begins: 15 Dec. 2022

Modern[]

College of Idaho (US:ID) - pref. Mexico[]

tenure-track assistant professor position in Latin American history, beginning in fall 2023.
Teaching Load: 3/1/3 Civilization and Modern Latin America surveys (offered every year), and an advanced course on Mexico (offered every other year). Faculty members have considerable freedom to shape offerings according to interest and specializations. Candidates with demonstrated evidence and interest in offering a variety of advanced courses covering the breadth of Latin American history, as well as off-campus courses to Latin America, are preferred.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter addressing their specific qualifications for the position, a CV, and names and contact information for at least three references to HR@collegeofidaho.edu with subject line, Latin American History Search. Shortlisted candidates will be notified and asked to provide three letters of reference, student evaluations, a statement of teaching philosophy, a writing sample, and a separate statement describing how your commitment to diversity and inclusion are demonstrated in your teaching, scholarship, or service.
Review begins: 15 Oct. 2022 and continues until position filled
- 25 October - Request for additional materials
- 11 November - Interview request
- 28 November - Campus visit invitation
- 21 December - Declined their offer
- 23 December- Additional campus visit invitations
- 12 Jan- Offer accepted

Syracuse University (USA:NY)[]

Tenure-track assistant professorship in Latin American history with a focus on Modern Latin America, including the Caribbean or Brazil, excluding Mexico, to begin fall 2023
Teaching Load: 2/2
PhD in hand by the time of the appointment
A letter of application, curriculum vitae, writing sample and list of three professional references must be attached online
For full consideration: 15 Oct. 2022
Any updates?
- 18 Nov: interview request (x2)
- 20 December: Campus invite

University of Manchester (UK:Eng) - 2othC[]

Lecturer (~asst/assoc prof) in Twentieth Century Latin American History
The appointment will enable the building of strategic research and teaching connections with our existing strengths in the history of the Global South
Applications are sought from candidates who have research expertise in any aspect of twentieth century Latin American history, preferably researching issues of economics, gender, policy and development. Candidates with expertise in the area are encouraged to apply but we particularly welcome applications that map onto one or more of the following History research groups: Centre for Economic Cultures; Radical Approaches from the Global South; Race, Roots and Resistance; Histories of Humanitarianism; Politics, Institutions and Policy.
Deadline: 6 Apr. 2023

University College London (UK:Eng) - non-tt[]

1 year Lecturer (Teaching) in Latin American History
The position is fixed-term with an expected start date of 1st September 2023, and an end date of 31st August 2024) to cover a member of academic staff who holds a Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship.
The role holder will carry out teaching and administration within the Institute of the Americas, especially in the area of the history of Latin America from 1800 onwards. We expect the postholder to convene the undergraduate team-taught module AMER0074: History and Politics of Latin America c.1930 to the Present. They will also deliver the undergraduate module AMER0083: Latin American Revolutions and the postgraduate module AMER0027: Histories of Exclusion: Race and Ethnicity in Latin America. They will also contribute to the first-year undergraduate module AMER0038: Encountering the Americas, and the second-year core module AMER0053: Research Methods, and take on administrative responsibilities in the department.
deadline: 4 July

intend to interview 24 July

University of York (UK:Eng) - post 1800[]

Lecturer (~asst/assoc prof) in the History of Latin America (after 1800), to begin Sept. 2023
Applicants whose research engages directly with marginalised individuals, groups and communities will be particularly welcome.
Teaching: The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for, and experience of, designing and delivering modules informed by their research interests. The Department, in preparation for semesterisation in September 2023, is currently revising all our portfolios. Applicants should seek to demonstrate how their interests and experience would contribute to one or more of our Stage One World History modules, our existing range of Stage Three Special Subjects (undergraduate) and our Taught Postgraduate programmes and options (postgraduate).
Cover letters should be no longer than 2 pages for applications for the Lecturer position and CVs should be no longer than 4 pages.
Deadline: 12 Jan. 2023

Washington State University Tri-Cities (USA:WA) - Modern Latin American/Latinx History[]

permanent full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Modern Latin American/Latinx history beginning August 16, 2023
Applicants should provide evidence of a well-defined research program. Specialization is open to thematic areas, but preferred areas of research include migration studies, race and ethnicity, gender, labor, and/or environmental justice. In addition, experience with public history projects is desirable. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to underrepresented communities through research, service, teaching, public history projects, and/or community engagement.
Teaching Load: 2/2 The successful candidate will teach upper and lower division courses in Latin American history, and contribute to the department’s graduate program and to the undergraduate Roots of Contemporary Issues course. Department faculty also may be asked to teach occasionally for the WSU Global campus.
To Apply: Visit https://hrs.wsu.edu/jobs, select your appropriate employment status, and search for R-7672. Please complete the online application and be prepared to upload the following documents: A cover letter addressing qualifications for this position, Current curriculum vita, Brief (1-2 pages) research statement, Brief (1-2 pages) teaching statement, Brief (1-2 pages) commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in research and teaching statement, Names, addresses and contact information of at least three individuals who can address your history or, and potential for, excellence in research, teaching and service. Letters will be requested at a later point in the search process.
review begins: 15 Dec. 2022
- week of 6 Feb.: Zoom interviews
- Position filled