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Special:History/North American History 2024-2025
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American University - Sharjah (UAE)[]
- full-time rolling-track faculty member in US history, to begin Aug 2025
- Candidates whose scholarship and teaching focus on diplomatic history, American foreign relations, cultural diplomacy and transnational interactions are especially encouraged to apply.
- Teaching: Candidates are expected to teach existing courses in American history, world history, globalization, imperialism, and also develop courses in their field of specialization.
- Successful candidates will have a PhD in History, a record of excellent teaching of at least one year, and a proven record of consistent research output in quality venues. As a university formed on the American model and with English as the language of instruction, American University of Sharjah will give priority to candidates who have substantial experience in American models of higher education.
- For full consideration: 1 Nov. 2025
Benedictine College (USA:KS) - with East Asian[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor in History beginning August 1, 2024. The focus of the position is the history of the United States, but with a subspecialty in East Asian studies
- Teaching Load: 4/4 both surveys and more focused upper-division classes.
- Benedictine College has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2000 students and is a mission-centered academic community. Its mission as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, and residential college is the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.
- Deadline: 31 Dec. 2024 [note advert says 2023, presumably a typo AFII (talk)]
Columbia University (USA:NY) - Modern, pref Asian-American[]
- Assistant professor in post-Civil War United States history. We will particularly welcome candidates working on Asian American History.
- The successful applicant will show evidence of innovative scholarship and experience with teaching and advising and have the Ph.D. in hand by 1 July 2025.
- All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: 1) a cover letter of application, 2) CV (including language proficiencies and teaching experience), 3) a statement of research interests, 4) names of three referees (letters will be requested after initial review), and 5) a chapter or article length writing sample (35 pp. max). For further information, please contact Theo Cutler at facultyaffairs-history@columbia.edu.
- For full consideration: 30 Nov. 2024
Concordia College (USA:MN)[]
- Tenure eligible assistant professor of United States History, beginning academic year 2025-26
- Teaching: The successful candidate should demonstrate research and teaching expertise in United States History and should be prepared to teach U.S. Survey, Black American History, Historical Methods, and other courses within their area of expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with the additional ability to develop courses in Native American History, Latin American History, Constitutional History, Women’s and Gender Studies, and/or Digital Humanities
- Deadline: not stated in ad, ad expires 18 Nov. 2024.
Fairfield University (USA:CT) - Contemporary, labour & immigration[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor in contemporary U.S. History, with a specialty in labor and immigration history to begin fall 2025, pending final budgetary approval
- We are especially interested in scholars who connect historical patterns and practices with contemporary debates about immigration, asylum, and climate related migration.
- Teaching Load: 3 classes (2 preps) per semester including introductory courses in modern American history, intermediate survey courses, and advanced seminars in one's specialty
- To apply, please click “https://ffd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/EmploymentOpportunities/details/Assistant-Professor--History_JR0001896” and submit the following documents: A curriculum vitae, a letter of application, the names of three references, a statement that explains how you can help to diversify the history department curriculum, a chapter length sample of writing
- Deadline: 15 Sept. 2024
Florida Atlantic University (USA:FL) - Digital and public history (19th/20th century US preferred)[]
- Appointment in Digital and Public History at the rank of assistant professor, with a preference for a historian of the late nineteenth and twentieth century United States
- Teaching Load: 2/3 The successful candidate will teach lower-division surveys, including AMH 2010: U.S. History to 1877, and/or AMH 2020: U.S. History since 1877, as well as upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in their field of specialization. The successful applicant will contribute to the minor in Museums, Archives, and Public History, and may also participate in the Comparative Studies PhD program. In addition, the successful candidate will assist with the final installation and design of courses for the digital history lab to be established in the new Kurt and Marilyn Wallach Holocaust and Jewish Studies Building.
- A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted. The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) writing sample (one article or book chapter) or completed digital project.
- Applicants who are shortlisted for this position will be required to arrange for the submission of two letters of recommendation.
- Send any inquiries to Dr. Sandra Norman, Chair of the Digital and Public History Search Committee, Department of History, at norman@fau.edu
- Deadline: 29 Nov. 2024
Florida International University (USA:FL) - Ppen rank[]
- Open-Rank Tenure-Track/Tenured Professor position in United States History.
- Scholars in all subfields are welcome to apply. FIU has strategic research priorities in environment and environmental resilience, health, and technology and innovation. The History Department especially welcomes applications from candidates with interests in modern, African American, and oral history.
- Teaching Load: 2/2 offering a range of courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, from the introductory U.S. History survey to seminars for our M.A. and Ph.D. programs
- Qualified applicants should apply to Job Opening ID 533396 at https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/. Please submit your cover letter, C.V., and contact information for three references in a single PDF file. Letters of reference, transcripts and writing samples will be solicited from finalists at a later date. In your cover letter, please discuss your scholarly profile, your teaching expertise and pedagogical innovations, any externally funded projects, and how you envision your work enhancing and extending the Department’s strengths. Please address any questions to the search committee chair, Dr. Chantalle Verna at verna@fiu.edu.
- Review begins: 8 Nov. 2024
Grambling State University (USA:LA) - Open Field/Chronology [Assistant/Associate Professor Rank)[]
- Tenure-track assistant / associate professor of United States History, beginning August 2025, contingent upon the availability of funding
- Applicants with expertise in any chronological period or specialization of US History are welcome
- Active involvement with professional organizations and teaching experience at the university level are preferred. Evidence of grant writing, research, and publication a plus
- Ph.D. degree in History or related field is required. ABD considered.
- Ability to teach courses in United States history, experience with digital history and/or public histor and experience with equity-minded teaching and learning all preferred
- Applications without the following will not be considered complete: cover letter; resume; transcript(s) if applicable; urriculum vitae if applicable
- Review of applications will begin 2 Oct. 2024 and continue until position is filled.
Grove City College (USA:PA) - Open Field [Open Rank][]
- Open rank, full time position in US History
- The historical time period and thematic field of specialization are open. However, preference will be given to candidates with specializations outside of American Military and American Education History.
- Teaching: 4/4 The successful candidate will teach a two-semester U.S. History survey, participate in Grove City College’s Humanities Program by teaching the 200-Level Western Civilization course, and have the opportunity to develop upper and lower division courses in their own areas of specialization. Additionally, the successful candidate will likely share in a rotation of teaching our Senior Capstone Seminar.
- Candidates must have a commitment to teaching highly motivated students at a Christian liberal arts institution
- Please submit: a cover letter that details why you are interested in the position and an explanation of how your Christian faith represents a strong fit with Grove City College’s unique mission as a Christian college see: https://www.gcc.edu/Home/Our-Story/Faith-Freedom/Vision-Mission-Values; a statement outlining your teaching philosophy, which may focus on your motivation to teach at the undergraduate college, and/or thoughts about what constitutes effective pedagogy; a current curriculum vitae indicating educational record, employment record, achievements, awards, and publications. Please also describe any civic and church activities, as well as all current organizational memberships; Names of four references (three professional and one pastoral); Official transcripts may be requested later in the process. Please send all documents to Mrs. Jamie N. Kimble, Associate Director of Human Resources, electronically to employment@gcc.edu
- Application review will begin immediately [ad posted c.8 July] and will continue until the position is filled.
Idaho State University (USA:ID) - American West[]
- Tenure-track position in the History of the American West at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in August 2025
- Preference will be given to candidates who work in environmental history. Candidates should be able to teach broadly in their area of expertise, with the ability to teach survey courses in U.S. history in multiple delivery formats.
- The successful candidate will teach a 3-3 load (fall/spring semester) of mixed introductory, general education, upper-division and graduate-level courses
- You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before November 1, 2024
- Review of applications will begin1 Nov. 2024 and continue until position is filled.
- 13 Nov - Any news from this search?
Kennesaw State University (USA:GA) - Non-TT[]
- 9 month non-tenure track faculty position as Lecturer of History in the Department of History and Philosophy with a preferred start date of August 2025
- Teaching Load: 9 courses/year. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Teaching survey courses in the area of United States History; Providing service to the Department, College, University, and/or professional community; Ensuring and gauging student success; Teaching courses in various modalities, i.e., face-to-face, hybrid, and online
- For a full description of this position, application deadlines, and application procedures, visit https://hr.kennesaw.edu/careers.php. Search for Job ID 277576
- Deadline: not stated in ad, ad posted 2 Oct. 2025.
Université Laval Québec (CAN:QC) - Professeure ou professeur en histoire des francophonies nord-américaines[]
- Professeure ou professeur en histoire des francophonies nord-américaines, to begin 3Jan 2025
- Teaching: Enseignement aux trois cycles et direction de recherche aux cycles supérieurs, plus spécifiquement en histoire du Canada, du Québec, et plus largement, en histoire de l’Amérique du Nord francophone
- Le dossier en format PDF doit comprendre : Lettre de motivation (2 pages); Présentation des projets de recherche (2 pages); Présentation de la programmation de la chaire, incluant une vision de son développement (2 pages); Trois publications ou extraits de publications numérisées et jugées significatives; Trois lettres de recommandation. Celles-ci doivent être envoyées en document attaché, par courriel, par leur auteur ou auteure au directeur du département, M. Paul-André Dubois à : HST@hst.ulaval.ca; Curriculum vitae; Un exposé sur la philosophie de l’enseignement (1 page)
- Deadline: 13 Sept. 2024
- Intend to interview Oct.
Midwestern State University (USA:TX) - Texas history[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Texas History to begin in Fall 2025.
- The department is particularly interested in scholars of Texas history that can teach courses in Native American, borderlands, and/or Mexican American history.
- The successful candidate will teach a 4-4 load that serves the core curriculum, the department’s majors, and our teacher certification program. Professors typically teach multiple sections of one-half of the American history survey and an upper-level course in their expertise
- Candidates should send a CV with contact information for three references, a cover letter that discusses teaching philosophy and pedagogy, and unofficial graduate transcripts to Christy.Magee@msutexas.edu. Finalists will be asked for sample syllabi, teaching evaluations if available, a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation. If you have any questions, please contact the history department chair at Mary.Draper@msutexas.edu.
- Review of applications will begin 21 Jan. 2025
- Ed. note: I replaced the old VAP ad for this position first posted this past summer with this new TT job ad. The old ad from summer '24 was advertised to begin as starting in the fall of 2024 and mentioned that this university "planned to run a TT search in the fall," so beware the possibility of this being an inside hire
Missouri Southern State University (USA:MO) - Since 1877[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor specializing in United States history since 1877, beginning in August 2025
- In addition to a primary specialization in American history, candidates with a secondary specialization in either African American, African, Asian, Middle Eastern, or Global history will be given preference
- A willingness to teach survey courses in United States, Western Civilization, and/or Global history is required.
- Applicants should provide a detailed letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required 45 days after contract is issued.
- Submit documents by visiting www.mssu.edu/jobs
- Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Closing date 1 Dec. 2024
Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College (CAN:ON)- United States and Canada[]
- Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in History to begin 1 July 2025.
- This position will remain open until filled and is subject to budgetary approval. Potential candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
- The area of expertise is open and the successful candidate will be expected to teach courses over a broad range of historical periods and geographical areas – including Modern History (c.1500 until the present day) and US and Canadian history
- To apply, please submit by email or standard mail a curriculum vitae and cover letter. Subsequently, candidates may be invited to submit three letters of recommendation (two academic and one pastoral) and a two-page statement of how their faith informs and shapes their teaching, scholarship and professional practice.
Purdue University - Fort Wayne (USA:IN)- African American or Other Marginalized Groups[]
- Assistant Professor (tenure track) in United States History with a specialization in African American history or history of other marginalized groups (time period is open but with preference for a pre-20th century research focus).
- Applicants with additional areas of specialization that complement our current teaching and research strengths, such as experience and interest in Digital Humanities and Public History, are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants should submit a letter of interest; CV; statement of teaching philosophy; a description of research interests; a writing sample (chapter or article); the names and contact information of three references; graduate transcripts (can be unofficial); and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., sample syllabi and/or descriptions of courses they would be interested in teaching, including special topics courses relevant to their research area, and teaching evaluations if available).
- We may request additional information from candidates after the first round. More materials may be requested as candidates advance in the search process. Materials will be uploaded to We may request additional information from candidates after the first round. More materials may be requested as candidates advance in the search process. Materials will be uploaded to https://careers.purdue.edu/FW/go/FW-Faculty/7720100/
- Review of applications will begin 1 Nov, with the goal of scheduling virtual interviews for early January. and the position will remain open until filled. All applications received by 13 Dec. 2024 will receive full consideration.
- This position is the same as their recently hired VAP. They are trying to convert that into a TT position for the same person.
- I don't see a VAP on their History Dept. faculty list, only lecturers or a postdoc teaching fellow. Do you have inside information that you know this is the case?? [10 Nov]
- The VAP is listed on the College of Liberal Arts faculty page, which is current to this year. The Post Doc is swapped for the VAP. Compare their CV to the position, its very close. [Nov 12]
- "Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades." The ad asks for public history or digital humanities expertise, which the VAP does not seem to have on the pages where I've seen their CV. [13 Nov]
Radford University (USA:VA) - Public History [Assistant or Associate Rank][]
- tenure-track assistant/associate professor in United States history to begin August 2025. Training and/or experience in Public History required.
- Teaching: The successful candidate will offer upper-division courses in Public History, other United States history courses, and ideally Appalachian history. In addition, the position requires teaching introductory surveys in United States history.
- Preference given to candidates with ability to teach Appalachian history.
- Candidates should have a Ph.D. in hand by August 2025.
- Interested applicants should apply via Radford University’s career website. The application should be submitted as one PDF file, which includes all of the following in the indicated order: 1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position and training; 2) a CV with contact information for three references; 3) a statement outlining your pedagogical practice, research interests, experience with Public History, and commitment to diversity; 4) a sample syllabus for a Public History course; 5) copies of graduate transcript(s) (official copies will be required only on offer of employment). Letters of reference will be requested only from short-listed candidates.
- Review begins: 20 Nov. 2024
Sam Houston State University (USA:TX) - Since 1877[]
- tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin Fall 2025.
- Teaching: The department seeks a historian of the United States since 1877 with the ability to teach both halves of the United States history survey course. Preference will be given to candidates whose subfield or methodological approach can add new strengths to the department. We encourage applications from candidates whose teaching and research interests, including but not limited to transnational frameworks, lend themselves to a broad range of upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses.
- Ph.D. in History is required prior to appointment. ABD candidates may apply; however, the Ph.D. must be completed before the start of the appointment.
- To apply, upload to https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41163: a letter of application, addressed to Dr. Benjamin E. Park, chairperson of the search committee; a curriculum vitae; unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts of all post-secondary education will be required of all finalists); a writing sample of chapter length; a teaching statement; and three letters of recommendation. If a candidate has not completed the doctorate, one letter must be from the candidate’s advisor, addressing the state of the dissertation
- Review begins: 1 Jan. 2025
Stetson University (USA:FL)[]
- 9 Month Assistant Professor of American History with expertise in the post-Civil War United States, to begin Aug. 2025
- Candidates with specialization in African American History are strongly encouraged to apply; other areas of interest include the History of Science/Medicine/Technology, Public History, Military History, and/or U.S. in the World (excluding Asia and Latin America).
- Ph.D. in History, American Studies, or a related field by August 2025.
- Applicants should supply: 1) a cover letter that includes a statement about the candidate’s teaching and research interests, experience relevant to the position, and a discussion of how the candidate proposes to develop as a teacher-scholar; 2) a teaching portfolio, inclusive of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and student evaluations for courses taught (if available); 3) a curriculum vitae; 4) transcripts (copies are acceptable for screening); 5) an article-length writing sample; and 6) three letters of recommendation that speak to the candidate’s scholarship and teaching. In the cover letter, candidates are encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate a commitment to social justice, diversity, and inclusion.
- All information may be submitted electronically to Dr. Leander Seah, Search Committee Chair, via historysearch@stetson.edu.
- review begins: 14 Nov. 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
- The Department intends to conduct semifinalist virtual interviews in early December 2024.
- This position is a tenure-track one. Dr. Leander Seah, Search Committee Chair and History Department Chair.
Texas A&M University (USA:TX) - Open field [Senior Hire][]
- Tenured position at the rank of professor. This is a full-time, 9-month appointment position with an anticipated start date of August 01, 2025.
- All relevant specializations will be considered
- A successful candidate will be nominated to hold the Melbern G. Glasscock Endowed Chair in American History.
- In exceptional circumstances, applicants at the rank of associate professor may be considered if their research record is commensurate with faculty at the rank of professor.
- Applicants should submit the following materials electronically to apply.interfolio.com/150246: cover letter, personal statement to include philosophy and plans for teaching, research, and service as applicable, contact information for three references, and a curriculum vitae.
- Inquiries should be directed by email to search committee chair, Dr. Brian Rouleau (brianr@tamu.edu). Review of applications will begin 21 Oct. 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
Texas Tech University (USA:TX) - non-TT[]
- 9-month Visiting Assistant Professor United States History to begin January 2025; The position is for three semesters, from January 2025 to May 2026.
- Teaching: Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in U.S. history, specifically both halves of the U.S. history survey.
- To apply for this position: please include the following documents in your application: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter that discusses teaching approach and pedagogy, Two sample syllabi, Two letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application at: https://www.texastech.edu/careers/ Requisition number: 38062BR
- Review begins: 15 Sept. 2024
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- 10-month compensation model, excepted service federal faculty position with a 3-year renewable appointment; Assistant Professor (Naval and Military History) position to begin as early as July 2025.
- The position is open to all candidates who have attained a Ph.D. degree in history or a closely related field, as well as advanced doctoral students who expect to be granted their Ph.D. no later than June 2025. Specialization within this subfield is open but the committee welcomes applicants with expertise in 20th-century U.S. Navy and Marine Corps history, broadly defined.
- Teaching Load: 3/3 with small section sizes (12-24 students) and 2-3 preps per year; each a core course in American naval history, along with naval and/or Marine Corps history courses related to their scholarly specialty as well as majors-only seminars;
- Interested candidates should send: A letter of application that addresses their qualifications, research, and teaching interests, A statement discussing their experience with or commitment to teaching and mentoring students from across the country and who come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences, Curriculum vitae that includes all undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate education and experience, The names and contact information of three (3) persons that we may contact as references, A brief course outline or a sample upper-level course syllabus appropriate for an undergraduate college, and Three letters of recommendation that speak to the applicant’s qualifications and aptitude for this position. These letters should be sent directly by the recommender to naval-history-2025-usna-group@usna.edu. The letter writers may be the same as the references (bullet 4), but they do not need to be. All application materials should be sent to the Naval History Search Committee at naval-history-2025-usna-group@usna.edu.
- Review begins immediately [15 Oct 2024]
University of Alabama in Huntsville (USA:AL) - Intelligence and Security History[]
- Tenure-track position in Intelligence and Security History, to begin 7 Aug. 2025
- Preference is for candidates with a specialization in modern US history, and/or the ability to teach foreign relations, and/or military history.
- Teaching Load: 3/3 the candidate will teach modern world history and/or US surveys, as well as upper-level and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialty.
- Candidates should submit a cover letter, C.V., three letters of reference, 1-page teaching philosophy statement describing your teaching approaches and methods, and graduate transcripts.
- For full consideration: 15 Nov. 2024
University of Houston-Downtown (USA:TX) - Women/Gender/Sexuality pref.[]
- Tenure-track position in History at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning Fall 2025
- The area of specialization is open, with preference given to candidates with experience and/or preparation to teach the history of U.S. women, gender, and sexuality.
- Candidates will demonstrate the ability to establish an active publication record, engage in service activities at the university, utilize engaging teaching methods that promote student success, and teach across multiple course modalities.
- In addition to upper-level classes, the successful candidate will regularly teach our university core classes, which include U.S. History to 1877 and U.S. History after 1877.
- To be considered, the candidate must submit: a) A letter of interest and curriculum vitae must be attached to the online application, b) A statement of teaching philosophy that emphasizes instructional strategies and student engagement with diverse student populations, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a 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. Jonathan Chism, History Search Committee, University of Houston-Downtown, One Main Street, N-1046, Houston, TX 77002-1001, chss_hhl@uhd.edu.
- Review of complete applications will begin 1 Dec. 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
University of Missouri - Columbia (USA:MO) - Missouri in United States/World History [Open Rank][]
- The Kinder Institute on Constitutional Democracy and the Department of History at the University of Missouri invite applications for a permanent academic post focusing on the history of Missouri in wider context
- We welcome applications from scholars whose research deals with Missouri in all relevant time periods and thematic specializations, including politics and law, migration, labor, regional/global studies, urban and rural histories, and the study of wider developments in which Missouri and/or Missourians played a pivotal role (ie slavery and colonization; the Truman administration)
- The holder of this position should have a track record of, or an interest in pursuing, public engagement, collaboration with local historical institutions, museums, archival repositories, and other such entities, and promoting experiential opportunities for undergraduate and MA students (such as internships and study abroad).
- The post is open rank; applications from those seeking a teaching-focused role (non-tenured teaching professorship, ranked and with promotion), as well as those seeking a mix of research and teaching (tenure track role, ranked and with promotion) are welcomed.
- Applicants should submit a brief cover letter, a current C.V. with the names/addresses of three references, a one-page research statement, a writing sample (an article or chapter), and a one-page teaching statement that outlines how they would engage students in the history of Missouri.
- Applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Professor Jay Sexton (sextonj@missouri.edu) with any questions about the job duties. Contact Andrew Longley (Andrew.longley@umsystem.edu) for any questions about the application process
- Review of applications will begin 15 Oct. 2024
- Apply here: https://erecruit.umsystem.edu/psp/tamext/COLUM/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=9&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=9&JobOpeningId=53107&PostingSeq=1
University of New Hampshire (USA:NH) - Since 1877[]
- Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting in August 2025, in United States history since 1877
- We welcome applications from a range of subdisciplines, including (but not limited to) immigration and borderlands history, indigenous history, legal and political history, the history of race and ethnicity, the history of gender and sexuality, and the US and the Pacific world.
- Applicants should submit a cover letter, a C.V., and names and contact information for three colleagues who are willing to provide references.
- UNH asks all applicants for faculty appointments to describe their experiences fostering diversity, equity, accessibility, and/or inclusion in the classroom, within their wider communities, and/or in their research. All materials should be received by 1 Nov. 2024
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (USA:NC) - Military[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor in U.S. Military History.
- Specialization is open, but candidates working in topics after about 1900 will be preferred.
- Teaching: Ideal candidates will be able to teach both halves of a U.S. military history undergraduate survey, and also to teach courses in their specialty
- Deadline: not state in ad, ad expires 26 Dec. 2024
University of Northern Iowa (USA:IA) - Public history[]
- tenure-track Assistant Professor of Public History position, starting in August 2025
- See full posting, link above, at Non-Geographic/Methodologically_Oriented_History_2024-2025
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (USA:TN) - History of Southern Appalachia [Assistant or Associate Professor][]
- Tenure-track historian of southern Appalachia, in any chronological era, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor
- While all subfields and methodologies are eligible, training and/or experience in public history is especially welcome
- Incoming Assistant Professors must have plans for the publication of their first book. Associate Professors must have a book published with a suitable press, demonstrable teaching excellence in their area(s) of specialization, and a strong record of service
- Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for three references, and a brief writing sample (25-30 pages). Materials should be uploaded to apply.interfolio.com/149461.
- Please direct all inquiries to Ernest Freeberg, search chair: efreeber@utk.edu.
- Deadline: 1 Oct. 2024.
- [Nov. 13] anything?
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (USA:TN) - Nineteenth or Twentieth Century US [Senior Hire][]
- Full or advanced Associate Professor in Nineteenth- or Twentieth-Century United States history to take up the Bernadotte Schmitt Chair of Excellence, to begin Aug. 2025
- Associate Professors must have at least one book and Full Professors must have at least two books published with suitable presses.
- A complete application will include a letter of application, CV, and contact information for three references. Materials should be submitted to http://apply.interfolio.com/147658
- Please direct all inquiries to Michael Woods, search chair: mwoods47@utk.edu.
- Deadline: 15 Sept. 2024.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (USA:TX) - Non-TT[]
- Lecturer I (3YR) History/College of Liberal Arts
- The ideal candidates will have specialized in U.S. History. Preference will be given to applicants who have a minimum of one year’s experience teaching at an institution of higher education. Applicants should have a Ph.D. from an accredited university in hand by the time of appointment, evidence of effective teaching, and experience and/or interest in online course development.
- Teaching: Primarily responsible for teaching lower-level history survey courses (such as U.S. History I and II, World History I and II, Mexican American History I and II) and, if needed, an occasional advanced course.
- Letter of interest should address candidate’s qualifications for the position and how those qualifications would contribute to student success at UTRGV. Indicate that you are applying for position of 3YA Lecturer in U.S. History.
- Deadline: 15 Jan. 2025
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (USA:TX) - Public History[]
- Assistant Professor of Public History beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Research and teaching specialization of candidates are expected to complement department strengths and focus on the U.S. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate history surveys and upper-division courses as well as graduate courses in their area of expertise
- Preferred Qualification: Experience in public history such as with community organizations; state, local, and/or federal historical agencies; historic preservation associations; museums; digital humanities; and/or private historical contracting is desired.
- ABDs will be considered, but a conferred doctorate by August 31, 2025 is required for appointment.
- To receive full consideration, applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, writing sample, and contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation will be requested separately from candidates selected for interviews. Review of applications will begin on 1 Dec. 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.
University of Wisconsin - Madison (USA:WI) - US Environmental[]
- 9-month Assistant Professor in 20th-Century United States Environmental History, to begin Aug 2025
- Teaching: The successful candidate will teach introductory surveys, upper-level undergraduate courses, and graduate seminars; mentor undergraduate and graduate students; engage in significant ongoing scholarly research and publication; and perform department, university, and community services as appropriate for faculty rank.
- Apply online at "Jobs at UW" (http://jobs.wisc.edu) under job number 301647. Applications must be received through UW- Madison's online application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. Click the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applicants should submit the following items: letter of application; curriculum vitae; teaching statement; a writing sample of roughly 35 pages. If the writing sample forms part of a larger book manuscript or dissertation, please include an abstract and table of contents or a statement of how the writing sample fits in with the larger project. Candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three references; each reference will receive an electronic link through which they can upload a signed letter of reference.
- Deadline: 9 Sept. 2024
- [3 Oct 2024] - Zoom interview invitations extended along with requests for more materials
University of Wyoming (USA:WY) - American West[]
- Tenured track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to the Philip Roberts Professorship in the History of Wyoming and the American West
- We welcome candidates with proficiency in any time period or thematic specialty, broadly defined
- Teaching Load: 2/3 including the survey class "Wyoming History" in fall and spring. The faculty member will also teach an undergraduate or graduate course in Western and/or Wyoming history
- In addition, this faculty member will contribute to the Department of History's funded M.A. program by supervising M.A. students. Undergraduate career advising and departmental service are also expected.
- In addition to completing the online application, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and contact information for four references (letters of recommendation will be solicited at a later stage).
- All questions can be directed to Dr. Jeff Means (jmeans4@uwyo.edu) chair of the search committee.
- for full consideration: 10 Sept. 2024 his position will remain opened until filled
- [25 Sept 2024] - Not selected for interview
- [28 Oct 2024] - On-campus interview invitation
Wabash College (USA:IN)[]
- tenure-track Byron K. Trippet Assistant Professor position in U.S. History to begin July 1, 2025.
- Research specialization is open to any area of U.S. history. Candidates’ research should be engaged with emerging methods and new historical questions in areas such as environmental history, histories of labor, histories of marginalized groups, histories of U.S. capitalism, political history, sports history, or similar specialties.
- Teaching Load: 3/3 Candidates should be qualified to teach a variety of courses in American history, including the two-semester U.S. History survey, African American history, and courses in their area of interest, as well as occasional all-college courses.
- To apply, go to www.wabash.edu/employment. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, writing sample, email addresses for three persons who will submit confidential letters of recommendation electronically, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
- Review begins: 1 Nov. 2024
Whittier College (USA:CA) - African American or Native American[]
- Assistant Professor in African-American or Native-American U.S. History
- The History Department at Whittier College is revamping the U.S. history focus within our major, and thus seeks a colleague in African-American or Native-American U.S. history, specializing in any period, to join us in this endeavor (ed. note: lol)
- Individuals who work on the historical intersections of race, class, gender, sexuality and/or other identity categories are particularly welcomed, although we also welcome candidates who bring depth and expertise in new or emerging fields
- Successful candidates will have the Ph.D. in hand by August 2025. Candidates with teaching experience, whether as instructor or teaching assistant, are particularly welcomed.
- Applicants should submit a letter of application (which describes relevant teaching and mentoring experiences, the dissertation and/or the most recent scholarly project, as well as other appropriate experiences), a brief statement of teaching philosophy, a c.v., a graduate transcript and two letters of reference. Review of materials will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. Submit application materials to Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/155088 .
- Review of materials will begin immediately
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (USA:MA) - Modern[]
- tenure-track assistant professor in Modern US History starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, beginning in July 2025.
- We welcome applications from scholars working in any thematic field, and especially invite applicants who can leverage their research to launch a creative teaching profile that pushes students to think across fields while addressing contemporary problems in historical context.
- Teaching Load - teach 6 offerings (typically 4 courses and 2 capstone inquiry seminars) per academic year, which consists of four 7-week terms (2 terms per semester) - this position involves teaching and collaboratively rethinking existing courses in post-1877 US history and expanding the reach of our curriculum through new courses and capstone seminars.
- As part of your application, please submit: cover letter that describes your interests, values, and practices as a scholar and teacher. CV that contains academic and professional experience and includes names and contact information for three professional references. We will request letters of reference, writing samples, and a teaching portfolio for short-listed candidates only.
- For full consideration: 30 Nov. 2024
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Arkansas State University (USA:AR)[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor in African American history.
- The Department also welcomes applicants with sub-fields of environmental, public, or social histor
- Teaching load varies from 9-12 hours per semester. The successful applicant will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in African American and U. S. History and participate in the History Department's General Education curriculum.
- A PhD in History is expected by time of appointment on August 16, 2025.. Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V., and three letters of recommendation.
- Review of applications will begin 15 Jan. 2025
Concordia University (CA:QC) - Histories of Black Montreal/ Histoires des noirs à Montréal[]
- Tenure-Track position in Histories of Black Montréal / Histoires des noirs à Montréal at the rank of Assistant Professor
- While research or teaching focused on Black Studies and the history of Montreal and Canada is essential, we strongly encourage applicants working broadly on the African diaspora in the Americas, the Atlantic world, la Francophonie, and beyond.
- Candidates are expected to have completed a PhD in History or a related field by the start date of the appointment. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in an interdisciplinary milieu. Well-established ties within Black communities are essential, as is a commitment to building lasting relationships with specific Black diasporic communities in Montreal, Quebec and Canada. Given the nature of this position, demonstrated proficiency in both English and French is required.
- Teaching Load: 2/2 with reduced course load in initial year and remissions for significant service roles. Successful candidate will be based in the Department of History and encouraged to teach existing as well as develop new courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels; they will also contribute to developing the University's new Black Studies and African Diaspora in the Canada Context Studies program.
- Applications should be addressed to Dr. Alison Rowley, Chair, Department of History, and must include a cover letter clearly identifying the title and position code (24-R-HIST-O), a detailed curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. teaching evaluations, supporting materials such as course syllabi), a writing sample, and the names and contact information of three referees. Applications should be submitted electronically to History.Chair@concordia.ca
- Deadline: 15 February 2025 although position is open until filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified
The Citadel (USA:SC)[]
- tenure-track position in U.S. History with a specialization in African American History at the rank of assistant professor.
- Teaching Load: 4/4, usually 2 preps. Teaching responsibilities will include upper-level, graduate, and general education courses; Course reductions are typically available every third semester
- A complete c.v., transcripts, and three letters of recommendation can be uploaded OR you can send those materials to Professor Keith Knapp, Department of History, The Citadel, 1 Lee Avenue, Charleston, SC 29409.
- Deadline: 1 Nov. 2024
- Preliminary interviews will be conducted virtually in late November or early December
Georgia Gwinnett College (USA:GA)[]
- Assistant Professor position in History beginning August 1, 2025. Successful candidates for the positions will be expected to teach a 4/4 load of lower-division survey courses in U. S. history and upper-division courses in African American history
- The candidate's period of specialization in American history is open
- Required Qualifications: terminal degree in the teaching discipline; or a terminal degree with 18 graduate semester credits in the teaching discipline.
- Closing date not listed
Georgetown University (USA:DC) - Long Civil Rights [advanced assistant/associate rank)[]
- Advanced assistant or associate professorship in African-American history to begin in August 2025. We seek a scholar who specializes in the political and/or intellectual history of the long Civil Rights movement
- The department is particularly interested in a candidate with expertise in Black women’s history
- Apply via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/154945
- Applications should include the following required materials: cover letter which should include a description of the applicant’s commitment to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching, mentoring, and/or service; CV; research statement; writing sample (15-20 pp.); three confidential letters of recommendation
- Applications are due by 1 Nov. 2024
Knox College (USA:IL) - Open Field[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in American Black history beginning September 1, 2025. We are open to all specialities, sub-specialties, and time frames.
- The successful candidate will be ready to teach both halves of the Power and Inequity in American History survey (to 1865; from 1865); the broad span of Black history in America including at least one course on slavery; and upper-level courses in the candidate’s speciality
- Ph.D. in History or related discipline is expected at time of appointment; exceptional ABD candidates will be considered. Teaching experience with undergraduates is preferred.
- To apply, candidates should submit: A letter of application that addresses the qualifications listed above, the applicant’s undergraduate liberal arts teaching philosophy, attention to diversity, and current and future research agenda; a curriculum vitae; names and contact information of three confidential references
- Additional materials, including scholarly work and teaching portfolio with syllabi, may be requested of candidates during the screening and interview process. Preliminary interviews will be conducted via online video conference.
- Review of applications will begin 1 Nov. 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be addressed to cdenial@knox.edu.
Lamar University (USA:TX) - 1865-Present[]
- Assistant professor of African-American history, 1865 to the present
- Applicants must have a PhD in history or closely related field in hand or expected by August 2025. Teaching responsibilities include upper-level and graduate courses in the candidate's field and US history surveys
- Required documents: curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy; cover letter; unofficial transcripts
- Application considered incomplete pending receipt of three letters of recommendation to officeofthedeanCOAS@lamar.edu
- For full consideration, interested applicants must apply before 15 Nov. 2024
Marist College (USA:NY) - Open Field[]
- Assistant Professor of History position, will also serve as Director of the African Diaspora Program.
- Specifically, the Assistant Professor of History Position will perform the following duties: Teach courses related to history and African-American and African Studies;
- Required Application Documents: resume, cover letter, & contact information of 3 professional references
- Deadline: 13 Oct. 2024
- [31 Oct] - Anyone heard?
Mississippi State University (USA:MS) - 19th & 20th C[]
- Assistant Professor of History with an area of specialization in late 19th and/or 20th Century African American History, to begin 16 Aug. 2024
- Teaching Load: 2/2 Offerings include undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of expertise, a regular turn in the American History survey course, and graduate seminars.
- All applicants must apply online at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/en-us/job/508148/assistant-professor and attach a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, and teaching statement... Please include e-mail address to facilitate contact.
- Deadline: 18 Oct. 2024
- [31 Oct] - Anyone heard?
- [4 Nov]- Zoom interviews were held the last week of October
Princeton University (USA: NJ) - African American history[]
- Tenure-track position in African American history at the rank of assistant professor (not stated in the job ad, but this is a 20th century search)
- Candidates should submit: a cover letter, a CV, an abstract of the applicant’s current book-length project, and a related chapter- or article-length writing sample.
- Candidates should also list three references. Letters will be requested for candidates who advance.
- Deadline: 15 Sept. 2024 and will continue until position is filled.
- Discussion about the atmosphere in this department moved to the Talk:North_American_History_2024-2025 page AFII (talk) 15:29, 16 August 2024 (UTC)
- Any updates? I have not received any news (Oct 12)
- Request for more materials sent out with Oct. 10th deadline
- Notification about progression (after first round interview) sent out week of October 21st
- Discussion about the atmosphere in this department moved to the Talk:North_American_History_2024-2025 page AFII (talk) 15:29, 16 August 2024 (UTC)
University of Alabama (USA:AL) - pref. civil rights movement[]
- tenure-track position in the field of African American History at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2025.
- The Department especially encourages applications from scholars working on the history of Black student activism in the era of the modern Civil Rights Movement.
- To apply, candidates should complete an online application at careers.ua.edu and upload (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names of three potential references
- Review begins: 30 Oct. 2024 and continues until position filled
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (USA: MN) - Open Field[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor in African American History
- This is a joint appointment with teaching across the Departments of African American & African Studies and History and a tenure home in the Department of African American & African Studies
- Applicants' research and teaching should focus on African American history, with deep grounding in the intellectual communities and interdisciplinary scholarship produced through historical Black struggles.
- The department is particularly interested in applicants pursuing public and engaged scholarship with communities around racial and educational justice. We welcome those who engage in broad areas of research in African American history, especially in terms of a temporal, geographical, and methodological focus.
- In addition, the department is interested in applicants who bring critical, comparative, and/or transnational perspectives to cast a new light on key historical processes from enslavement to social movements. Secondary fields of particular interest include critical histories of racial capitalism; social movements; migration and diaspora; and innovative approaches to historical methodology.
- A Ph.D. in African American Studies, History, American Studies, Anthropology, or a related field in the humanities or social sciences is required. Advanced ABD's may be considered for appointment at the rank of tenure-track instructor, with the understanding that the Ph.D. must be conferred in the first year of appointment.
- Applications must be submitted online through the University of Minnesota's employment system, at https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/364791
- To complete the online application for the position, attach the following: (1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position, your research and teaching interests, and your qualifications and experience; and (2) your curriculum vitae, which should include the names of three references who may be contacted directly by the search committee to provide letters of recommendation; and (3) a writing sample of your scholarly research (an article or chapter, published or not), which must be attached as an additional document through your "My Activities" page. Other additional materials also may be requested from candidates at a later date
- Deadline: 21 Oct. 2024 and will continue until position is filled.
- [31 Oct] - Anyone heard?
- [4 Nov] - Request for more materials
University of Missouri - Columbia (USA:MO) - African American History and Culture [Senior hire][]
- Arvarh E. Strickland Distinguished Professorship in African American History and Culture, Associate/Full (Tenured)
- The successful candidate for this endowed professorship will have a track record of distinguished scholarship, committed teaching in the area of African American History (which can include African Diaspora) and Black Studies, graduate student recruiting and mentorship experience, and a commitment to growing and promoting the impact of reseach on race and its influence on society through program building in Black Studies and African American history. That is, this candidate will also be prepared to play a leadership role in program development and in providing a presence that will continue to influence MU's success rate in the inclusive recruitment of faculty and students.
- The particular sub-field and time period are open.
- Use the online application and be prepared to upload your (1) your CV; (2) a letter of application, describing your current research or creative activity, accomplishments, and future goals; and (3) the names and contact information for three references.
- If you have further questions, please send an email to the search committee chair, Sheri-Marie Harrison (harrisonsl@missouri.edu). Contact Andrew Longley (Andrew.longley@umsystem.edu) for any questions about the application process.
- Closing date not listed.
University of Notre Dame (USA:IN) - Post-1865[]
- Tenure-track position in African American history since 1865 at the rank of assistant professor
- All subspecialties are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will also be invited to participate in the intellectual life of the Department of Africana Studies and the Initiative on Race and Resilience.
- Candidates should submit a letter of application, c.v., and three letters of recommendation. Please submit your materials through Interfolio.
- Please address any inquiries to Professor Jon Coleman, Search Committee Chair, Jon.T.Coleman.63@nd.edu
- Deadline: 1 Oct. 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
- [24 Oct] - anyone heard?
- [29 Oct] - haven't heard anything yet.
- [29 Oct] - ND already sent requests for additional materials.
- [5 Nov] - reposted? new listing shows nov deadline
- [5 Nov] - ^thinking this might have been a glitch on the backend of Interfolio. The actual text of the job ad still lists the deadline as October 1
University of Oregon (USA:OR) - Open Field[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor specializing in African American history, beginning fall 2025
- Time period and research subfield are open
- The department is especially interested in candidates whose teaching, research, and community engagement would complement and support the UO’s Black Studies minor
- Please complete an online application including the following materials: letter describing research and teaching interests; CV; chapter/article-length writing sample; statement outlining your commitment and contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion; names and email addresses of 3 professional references
- Priority will be given to applications received by 15 Oct. 2024, but the position will remain open until filled.
- [31 Oct] - Anyone heard?
- [8 Nov] - Nothing yet
University of Rhode Island (USA:RI) - Open Rank, African Diaspora[]
- Open Rank Faculty Position in History and Africana Studies, for the 2025/26 academic year.
- The Department of History and the Department of Africana Studies at the University of Rhode Island seek to hire a historian of the 17th, 18th, and/or early-19th century African diaspora ... Subfield is open
- Teaching: applicants should be prepared to teach courses in the history of slavery in the Americas, as well as introductory-level courses in both African American History and Africana Studies
- For complete details about the faculty position, including required qualifications, and the application process itself, please visit the URI Jobs website at https://apptrkr.com/5685468 to apply and view complete details for job posting (F00435).
- For full consideration: 1 Nov. 2024
University of South Carolina - Columbia (USA:SC) - African American Women/Gender Post 1850[]
- 9-month, full time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Post 1850 History of African American Women, Gender and/or Sexuality to begin August 16, 2025
- Candidates must have a PhD by the time of appointment.
- All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/174166. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a writing sample, (article or chapter length ~30 pages), and (4) the names and email addresses of 3 references.
- Review begins: 21 Oct. 2024
- [30 Oct] Invitation to Zoom interview
University of Texas - Austin (USA:TX) - Atlantic Slavery/African Diaspora Pre-1865[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin Fall of academic year 2025-26
- We seek a historian who specializes in the area of Atlantic Slavery and the African Diaspora in the U.S. before 1865. We welcome applications from scholars with transnational or comparative projects
- Duties will include undergraduate and graduate teaching in the areas of slavery, US history and the African Diaspora, research, and service to the department, college, and university.
- Applicants must upload a letter of interest, CV, a teaching statement, and up to 3 representative publications or writing samples to Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/153334
- Three letters of recommendation and additional materials, including a teaching portfolio, may be requested after initial review of applications.
- Applications must be received no later than 31 Oct 2024.
Wake Forest University (USA:NC) - Open Field[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor in African-American history, beginning July 2025
- The successful candidate is expected to have completed their PhD by July 1, 2025. The job carries a teaching load of 9 courses over 4 semesters. Area of research speciality is geographically, temporally, and methodologically open
- Teaching responsibilities include an introductory-level survey course (examples of such classes can be found here), a two semester survey of African-American history from the colonial period to the present, and upper-level history courses in the candidate's area of specialization that complements department strengths and course offerings
- Interested applicants should apply via the University's career website at: http://www.wfu.careers/.
- The application should be submitted as ONE PDF file, which includes all of the following in the indicated order: (1) a cover letter addressing the motivation to join our teacher-scholar community; (2) a CV with contact information for three professional references; (3) a teaching statement outlining possible course offerings and pedagogical approaches to welcoming a diverse body of students and supporting their engagement in the practice of historical inquiry; (4) a research statement describing plans and potential impact of scholarly pursuits; and (5) copies of graduate transcript(s) (official copies only required upon employment). Letters of reference will be requested only for short-listed candidates.
- Applications are due on 25 Oct. 2024 by 5:00 pm EST. Inquiries about the faculty position or department should be directed to the search chair Professor Monique O'Connell (oconneme@wfu.edu). Inquiries about the application process and document submission may be addressed to wakejobs@wfu.edu. If access to the internet is an obstacle, a paper copy of the application can be submitted to Lauren Johnson, Wake Forest University, Department of History, P.O. Box 7806, Winston-Salem, NC 27109.
Western Carolina University (USA:NC) - Pre-1865[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in African American History to begin in August 2025.
- The position comes with a 3/3 course load with teaching responsibilities to include courses in pre-1865 U.S. History, African American History surveys, History of Slavery, early American History, and other upper-level and graduate offerings related to teaching/research interests. Subfields in Atlantic World and/or Public History are desirable
- Please include the following: cover letter; curriculum vitae; unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned; teaching philosophy; list of three professional references with full contact information; three letters of recommendation; sample teaching materials such as syllabi may be requested at a later date.
- For questions or additional information, please contact the chair of the search committee Dr. Rob Ferguson at 828-227-3502 or rhferguson@email.wcu.edu
- If interested, please apply: https://apptrkr.com/5626250
- Applications must be received no later than 15 Oct 2024.
- [8 Nov] Notification from HR that application was forwarded to the Search Committee
- [8 Nov] Invitation to Zoom interview
- ^ How quickly were you notified about an interview after you got that HR email? I received the HR email, but no email from the committee for a zoom interview.
- ^ I received the invite a couple hours after the HR email.
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University of Regina (CAN: SK) - Indigenous History or Canadian history (specialization in Public History is desirable)[]
- Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Indigenous History or Canadian History at the rank of assistant professor.
- A specialization in Public History is desirable.
- Candidates with an interest in enhancing the Department’s Honours and Master’s internship programs through collaborations with local museums, archives, and heritage organizations will be considered favourably.
- Candidates should: possess a PhD in History or a related discipline, or be close to completing a PhD; show a strong commitment to scholarship and its dissemination; possess experience in teaching at the post secondary level; instruct undergraduate and graduate courses in Indigenous History or Canadian History; engage in administrative duties within the Department of History, the Faculty of Arts, and the wider university community.
- Please submit the following materials: a curriculum vitae, a two-page cover letter detailing research, teaching, and public history experience (as applicable), evidence of teaching effectiveness, sample syllabus, sample research publication, unofficial transcripts, and the contact information for three references. Letters from references will be requested for those shortlisted. Additional materials will be required from candidates who advance to the shortlist.
- Salary range: $89,914-$113,562 CAD annually.
- Deadline: ? [September 2024].
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Appalachian State University (USA:NC)[]
- 9 month Tenure track assistant professorship in U.S. History and Hispanic/ Chicano/ Latino/e American history
- Candidates whose work incorporates public history, history education, and/or digital history are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by August 2025.
- Please upload a Cover Letter, CV, and list of at least three references with contact information to: https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/47275
- Review begins: 1 Oct. 2024
- 21 October - I received a request for first interview.
- 4 November - I received notice that I will not be proceeding onto the second interview.
Georgia State University (USA:GA)[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Latin@/x History.
- The department welcomes applications from scholars whose work focuses on any aspect of the history of people of Latin American origin or descent in the United States
- Teaching load 2/2 (typically) developing upper-division undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in History and supervising graduate research for the M.A. and Ph.D. programs. They will also periodically teach an introductory survey course in US History from colonial times to the present
- Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/4840 These documents are needed to apply: 1) a Cover Letter (2 single-spaced pages); 2) a CV; 3) a Research Statement (2-3 single-spaced pages) that includes a narrative of past, current, and future scholarship; 4) a Teaching Statement (1-2 single-spaced pages) that provides a sample of the topics/subject areas in which the applicant would develop upper-division and graduate-level courses; 5) the names and email addresses of three potential references. Letters of recommendation written by references will be requested for applicants who are long-listed by the search committee and will be required to provide a writing sample.
- Search Chair Contact info: J.T. Way, jway@gsu.edu; Departmental contact for assistance: Cristianna Mitchell, cmitchell57@gsu.edu
- For full consideration: 30 Oct. 2024 -preliminary interviews will be conducted via video conference.
Southern Methodist Univeristy (USA:TX) - Mexican American[]
- Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Mexican American History, to begin 1 Aug. 2025
- Preferred qualifications: completed Ph.D.; experience teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in Mexican American history as well as courses in any of the following areas: (Borderlands/US Southwest, U.S.-Mexico transnational history, and Latino/a/x/e history,); research and/or creative scholarship which has led to publication in refereed journals and/or academic presses; experience mentoring culturally diverse students.
- Teaching: They will teach courses at all levels, from introductory surveys to specialized graduate seminars, covering topics such as Chicano history, Latino/a/x/e experiences, and broader themes in American history.
- Applications must be submitted via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/150766 and should include a letter highlighting the candidate’s qualifications, complete curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.
- For full consideration: 15 Nov. 2024
St. Mary's University (USA:TX) - Hispanic Texas [Senior hire][]
- O’Connor Chair in the History of Hispanic Texas and the Southwest and the inaugural director of the university’s new Center for Mexican American Studies (CMAS).
- This tenured appointment will be made at the level of associate professor or professor.
- The holder of the O’Connor Chair in the History of Hispanic Texas and the Southwest teaches one course per semester on Mexican American and Latino history topics, engages in scholarship in these areas, and supports the History Department’s undergraduate History Program and graduate Public History Program. The O’Connor Chair is active in campus and community outreach, which includes organizing a lecture series.
- The O’Connor Chair also will serve as director of a new Center for Mexican American Studies (CMAS), providing intellectual and visionary leadership
- Applications can be found at http://stmarytx.applicantpro.com/jobs/ with the option to upload all supporting documents electronically. Along with the application, please include (1) a letter of application addressing the minimum and/or preferred qualifications listed above and (2) a curriculum vitae. Additional materials and references may be requested in subsequent rounds of the interview process.
- For questions, please contact Dr. Lindsey Wieck (lwieck@stmarytx.edu).
- For full consideration: 1 Dec. 2024
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi (USA:TX) - Mexican American or US Latinx[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor of History in Mexican American or U.S. Latinx history beginning fall 2025. All subspecialties will receive full consideration.
- A Ph.D. in History or related field is required. Advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred by the time of appointment; Preferred Qualifications: experience teaching one or both halves of the U.S. history survey
- Teaching Load: 3/3 The successful candidate will be expected to teach US survey courses ... along with upper-level undergraduate courses and courses in our History M.A. program in general Mexican American history and the candidate’s subfields of specialization every year. The position is a joint appointment with the Mexican American Studies minor.
- A completed application will include: a cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed and includes a statement of teaching philosophy and experience; curriculum vitae and unofficial copies of transcripts of graduate coursework; three professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email address.
- Review begins: 6 Nov. 2024
Native American[]
Auburn University (USA:MA) - Before 1877[]
- Tenure-track appointment in Native American History at the rank of assistant professor, with expertise in the Indigenous History of North America before 1877
- A Ph.D. in History or a related field is required at the time employment begins; outstanding candidates who are ABD will be considered but completion of the degree is expected prior to the start of the appointment in August 16, 2025.
- To apply for this position, please visit https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49016 and provide: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a writing sample of no more than 25 pages, and (4) the names and contact information for three referees. Letter of recommendation, official transcripts, teaching materials and other additional materials may be requested at the initial review.
- Review of applications will begin on 15 Nov. 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
- Inquiries should be directed to Adam Jortner, Search Committee Chair: ajj0008@auburn.edu.
Boston University (USA:MA) - Open field, chronology, and geography[]
- Tenure track position at the level of Assistant Professor in the Indigenous History of the Americas, beginning Fall 2025
- We seek candidates with expertise in any aspect of the Indigenous History of North America, Central America, or South America, covering any chronological period
- applicants should submit to Academic Jobs Online: a cover letter detailing research interests and teaching approaches, a C.V., a substantive writing sample, and three letters of recommendation. Further materials will be requested of short-listed applicants. Preliminary virtual interviews will be conducted in October.
- Prospective candidates are welcome to contact search committee chair Sarah Phillips with further inquiries: sarahphi@bu.edu
- Review begins: 1 Oct. 2024
- Apply here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28325
- Crossposted to Latin_American_History_2024-2025
- Any news? [10/30] x2
- zoom interview scheduled [11/01]
California State University- Fullerton (USA:CA) - With Native American Studies[]
- The Department of History at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Native American Studies with an appointment to begin Fall 2025.
- Specific courses that this person could teach include, but are not limited to, The California Experience, American Social History, The Multiracial History of America, and Native American History.
- The successful candidate will have an active research agenda that focuses on Indigenous epistemologies and methodologies.
- Candidates whose work focuses on Native American histories are encouraged to apply. Areas of expertise may include cultural and/or political sovereignty, gender, oral traditions, public memory and
- Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in History or related field (e.g., Native American Studies, Ethnic Studies, American Studies) with an emphasis in Native American Studies or a related field; Ph.D. required by time of appointment; a strong foundation and training in Native American histories
- Preferred Qualifications: A research agenda that focuses on Indigenous epistemologies and methodologies; experience working collaboratively with local community organizations; knowledge of indigenous languages relevant to their research, teaching and community engagement; community-based research, project-centered teaching, public/digital humanities, and/or a research and teaching trajectory that centers social justice
- Provide the following required materials: cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications; curriculum vitae; research statement; teaching statement; a list of three references with relevant contact information; candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence - this statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. This statement aims to help the department identify candidates with professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help CSUF contribute to its mission in these areas.
- The statement shall address one or more of the following criteria: the candidate has acquired knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty in higher education; the candidate has experience in and is committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations in higher education; the candidate has experience in and is committed to teaching and/or mentoring underrepresented students in a higher education environment; the candidate has experience integrating underrepresented populations and communities into scholarly and creative activities.
- Semi-Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into your applicant portal.
- Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Lisa Tran at lisatran@fullerton.edu or call 657-278-2625.
- A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php, choose full-time faculty, search for position #542005
- To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by 21 Oct. 2024
{campus visit for finalist scheduled as of Oct 25} Is this meant to be with the Fullerton job or the Boston job? Fullerton closed Oct. 21 so that is an insanely fast turn around for a campus visit to be scheduled?
Women/Gender[]
Elon University (USA:NC) - Post-World War II Gender and Sexuality in the U.S.[]
- tenure-track position in United States history, specializing in post-World War II Gender and Sexuality, to begin mid-August 2025
- The successful candidate will hold a PhD by the time of appointmen
- Teaching: This position requires teaching upper-level courses in the history of gender and/or sexuality as well as introductory-level U.S. history and courses in the Elon Core Curriculum. We especially welcome candidates who can contribute courses to the department's Museum Studies and Public History minor, the Women’s, Gender, & Sexualities Studies and American Studies programs, and the undergraduate Advancing Equity Requirement.
- Please submit a letter of application that describes your experience and interests in teaching, research, and professional service. Also submit CV, transcripts, contact information for three references, and some evidence of teaching effectiveness. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of people are encouraged to identify their experiences in contributing to a climate of inclusivity in their cover letters
- Review begins: 1 Oct. 2024
US in the World/International[]
College of Charleston (USA:SC) - US/World History[]
- Tenure-track assistant professorship in the history of the United States and the World to begin in August 2025
- Candidates must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. in American history by August 15, 2025.
- We will also consider Ph.Ds. in other geographical fields of history as long as their research demonstrates a sustained engagement with and expertise in the history of the United States
- In addition to upper-level and graduate courses in U.S. and Global History, the ability to teach survey courses in the general education curriculum in pre-modern and/or modern history is essential
- Applications should be submitted electronically at https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15916
- Applications should include a cover letter, C.V., graduate transcripts, names and contact information for at least two references, and a writing sample. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Jacob Steere-Williams, search committee chair, at steerewilliamsj@cofc.edu.
- Review of applicant materials will begin immediately on 8 Nov. 2024
- Nov 3: Probably internal hire, visiting assistant prof. matches description
Florida Gulf Coast University (USA:FL) - Comparative/Transnational[]
- The Department of Political Science, Public Administration, and History at Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of History.
- Preferred qualifications include expertise in American history with a comparative or transnational perspective.
- Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in History or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation; demonstrated potential for teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in the subfield of U.S. History, evidenced either by having served as instructor of record or as a teaching assistant.
- ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2025. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed term contract.
- Required Application Materials: unofficial transcripts; statement of teaching philosophy; statement of research; curriculum vitae; cover letter; names and contact information of five (5) professional references
- Review of applicant materials will begin immediately on 15 Nov. 2024
Hawai`i Pacific University (USA:HI) - Diplomatic/International History[]
- Assistant or Associate Professor of History with specialization in Diplomatic/International/ Military History or International Relations with a National Security focus
- Teaching Load: 24 credits per year. Candidates must be qualified to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in US/Global Diplomatic History as well as some combination of undergraduate and graduate courses in Military History, International Relations, or National Security Studies. The successful candidate will contribute instructionally to the interdisciplinary BS in Diplomacy and Military Studies and MA in Diplomacy and Global Security, as well as undergraduate programs in history and international studies.
- To Apply: Applicants should apply online at https://www.hpu.edu/hpu-careers/index.html. Supporting documents--cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, statement of teaching philosophy, select course syllabi, scholarship sample—can be submitted electronically as Word or PDF files. For Submission issues contact HPU HR. E-mail: hr@hpu.edu. TEL: 808 544 1188. FAX: 808-544-1192.
- For full consideration: 31 Dec. 2024
University of Aarhus (DEN)[]
- Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of American History with a Global Focus, to begin 1 Jan. 2025
- (The tenure-track assistant professorship begins with a full-time, five-year appointment as an assistant professor with a view to permanent employment as a tenured associate professor ... The associate professorship is full time and tenured)
- We are looking for an applicant with a specialisation in the history of the United States of America or a closely related field in American studies. Candidates with an interdisciplinary orientation towards one or more areas that bridge the humanities and social sciences (such as cultural studies or gender studies) are particularly welcome to apply. We envision a colleague concerned not only with American history, society, politics and culture but also with the processes whereby societies and cultures interact and influence each other. Individuals able to contribute to the development of our students’ knowledge, skills and competences in subjects related to interculturality (such as migration and transnational identities) are encouraged to apply.
- We particularly welcome applications from Americanists with a global, international and/or transatlantic focus, whose research foregrounds the relations between the United States and the wider world. Applicants working within, across and beyond national boundaries are encouraged to demonstrate how their research connects American history and society with multiple other English-language nations and cultures.
- Deadline: 2 Aug. 2024
- [1 Oct.] Anyone heard anything?
Virginia Military Institute (USA:VA) - United States in the World[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor who is a historian of the United States in the world. Candidates should be prepared to offer a broad spectrum of upper-division courses with an international and/or transnational focus.
- The most attractive candidates will demonstrate expertise in the history of diplomacy, the history of foreign relations, and/or the history of the relationship between the United States and a specific region or country.
- Candidates should also demonstrate a genuine interest in becoming part of an expanding U.S. Constitutional history program. The position includes responsibility for teaching two sections of HI 300: American Constitutional History each semester, in addition to upper-division courses in the candidate’s area of specialty. HI-300 is currently being developed into a core curriculum course required of all cadets; candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to teach that offering.
- The teaching load is 3/3—with two preps—with sections limited to a maximum of 22 students.
- Applicants must complete an online state application and submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, list of references, and an unofficial transcript of all graduate course work on-line at: https://www.vmi.edu/about/offices-a-z/human-resources/jobs/all/job-openings/name-45225-en.php
- Candidates invited to interview via Zoom will be asked to submit additional materials, including letters of recommendation. Please do not mail hard copies of letters of interest, curricula vitae, application forms, or any other application material directly to the department. Questions should be directed to Professor M. Houston Johnson, johnsonmh@vmi.edu.
- Applications will be accepted until Close of Business, Friday, 1 Nov. 2024
- Nov 10-Rejection received
Colonial/Antebellum[]
Baylor University (USA:TX) - Early America [Assistant/Associate Rank][]
- Assistant or Associate Professor in Early American History (colonial to early 19th century) to start August 1, 2025. This is a full-time, tenure-track position with the possibility of tenure for highly qualified applicants.
- The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a research and teaching agenda appropriate for an R-1 institution. Preference will be given to candidates who meet one or more of the following: a record of published scholarship, teaching experience, a capacity to mentor Ph.D. students, and a potential to seek external research funding.
- We especially welcome applications from candidates whose scholarship engages religion and American life.
- Preference will be given to candidates who show one or more of the following: a record of published scholarship; teaching experience; a capacity to mentor Ph.D. students; potential to seek external research funding.
- Please submit the following initial materials electronically via Interfolio: a letter of interest; a curriculum vitae; an official transcript for the highest degree conferred (if Ph.D. is in progress, the applicant should submit a copy of the official transcript showing Ph.D. hours completed); and a list of three references with contact information.
- At a later time, applicants considered for interviews will be asked to complete a required, self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form, and recommendation letters from references and a writing sample will also be requested.
- The application deadline for initial materials is Friday, 1 Nov. 2024, at 10:59 p.m. CDT.
Davidson College (USA:NC) - 16th-18th century Atlantic World[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professor in early American history and/or that of the British Atlantic World from the 16th through 18th centuries.
- We are especially interested in candidates who conceptualize the era expansively as demonstrated through their teaching and research; The area of specialization is open, and scholars of transnational and global fields such as (but not limited to) environmental history; histories of enslavement; histories of migration, trade, and economic exchange; intellectual history; Indigenous history (beyond the Native South); and/or the history of science/medicine will complement existing strengths of the department.
- Teaching Load: five courses each year (four in the first year) including introductory and upper-level courses of their own design. The candidate will also participate in the college’s Writing Program; The successful candidate will teach existing survey and upper-level courses on early American history and the era of the American Revolution as well as develop new courses that appeal to our increasingly diverse students.
- Applicants should submit a cover letter; CV; teaching statement (2 pages); research statement (2 pages); and a statement of potential contributions to the college’s commitment to inclusive pedagogy (2 pages). The latter statement should describe how specific teaching practices, research agendas, and/or professional service experiences might support the facet of our Statement of Purpose that recognizes the “dignity and worth of every person.” ... can be submitted online at https://employment.davidson.edu. Letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and sample syllabi will be requested from short-listed candidates at a later date. Please address any questions to Dr. Rose Stremlau, chair of the search committee, at rostremlau@davidson.edu.
- Deadline: 15 Sept. 2024
- Cross posted to World/Global/Transnational_History_2024-2025
- [22 oct] Received a request for more materials (not an interview)
Florida State University (USA: FL): US before 1820[]
- tenure-track assistant professor position in the history of early America (before 1820).
- The area of specialization is open. and teach two courses per semester.
- Teaching Load 2/2 - the successful candidate will be expected to work with the department’s undergraduate and graduate students, supervise PhD candidates.
- Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization required.
- Please note that semifinalists will be required to arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation and to submit a writing sample, (e.g. chapter, article, etc.). Only completed applications will be considered.
- Contact Info: Any questions about the position should be directed to Paul Renfro at prenfro@fsu.edu.
- Deadline: Nov 4 2024.
- Semifinalists will be interviewed via Zoom. Finalists will be invited to campus to present their research.
Florida State University (USA: FL): US before 1820 Open Rank[]
NB: unclear how this search relates to the assistant professor search above with a deadline of 4 Nov. AFII (talk)
- Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank in the history of early America (before 1820). This is a full-time, 9-month, tenured or tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 2025.
- The area of specialization is open.
- Teaching Load 2/2
- Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita. Applications must include a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Please note that semifinalists will be required to arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation and to submit a writing sample, (e.g. chapter, article, etc.). Only completed applications will be considered. Semifinalists will be interviewed via Zoom. Finalists will be invited to campus to present their research. Any questions about the position should be directed to Andrew Frank at afrank@fsu.edu.
- Deadline: 14 Nov. 2024
Ithaca College (USA:NY) - US before 1830[]
- Full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Early American and/or Atlantic World History before 1830, to begin with the Fall 2025 semester. * The successful candidate will develop a curriculum centered in American history from the colonial to the early national period; strong preference will be given to candidates whose teaching treats early American History expansively within a broader Atlantic context and includes other thematic specializations that complement those of the current faculty.
- Teaching Load: 5 four-credit courses/year - Ability to teach first half of US survey and Colonial and Revolutionary era US is required
- Review of Applications begins Oct. 15 and continues until position filled, ad expires 17 Nov. 2024
- [13 Nov] - any updates?
Missouri State University (USA:MO) - American Revolution and Early Republic[]
- The Assistant Professor (American Revolution and Early Republic) will teach the first half of the U.S. History Survey as well as upper-level and graduate courses in their area of specialty in both seated and online formats
- A Ph.D in History or a related field required within one year of employment.
- Required documents: cover letter; unofficial transcripts; curriculum vitae; attach a syllabus for the first half of the U.S. survey to the “Course Documents 1” section of your application. Attach a syllabus for an upper-level course in your field of specialty in the “Course Documents 2” section of your application.
- The first date of consideration is 15 Nov. 2024 and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please direct inquires to Dr. Brooks R. Blevins, Search Chair, Professor of History: BRBlevins@MissouriState.edu
The Ohio State University (USA:OH) - Senior, Colonial U.S., British, or Atlantic History[]
- Warner Woodring Chair in Colonial U.S., British, or Atlantic History. The Department seeks an experienced assistant professor or associate professor, with a start date of August 15, 2025
- We seek a scholar whose research expertise falls into one of the following categories: (1) American history (colonial beginnings through the Civil War); (2) early modern British history, or (3) history of the early modern Atlantic world, with a preference for those with expertise in constitutional and legal history.
- Teaching: The candidate will teach history survey courses and thematic courses in early modern history at the undergraduate level, as well as undergraduate and graduate seminars in his/her/their specialty. In addition to teaching, the candidate will be expected to contribute actively to the intellectual life and research profile of the history department.
- Ph.D. in hand by August 15, 2025,
- How to Apply: Visit https://osujoblinks.com/idjx You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to FIVE documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following: Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity. Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications. Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member. Attachment 4: Teaching Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring. Attachment 5: An article- or chapter-length writing sample. Inquiries may be directed to Professor Sara M. Butler at butler.960@osu.edu.
- Review begins: 1 Nov. 2024
- cross posted to European History 2024-2025 and World/Global/Transnational History 2024-2025
University of Maryland-Baltimore County (USA:MD) - Vast Early America [Advanced Assistant/Associate Rank][]
- Historian of Vast Early America for a full-time tenure track position at either the Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor level
- We are interested in identifying scholars whose work challenges traditional and conceptual boundaries and are especially seeking scholars whose work draws attention to the agency, humanity, and complexity of marginalized, enslaved, and indigenous peoples
- Preference is for those who work on time periods prior to the late eighteenth century since we are looking to complement existing strengths in late eighteenth and nineteenth-century America. Subfields of interest include Indigenous or Native history, Caribbean, borderlands, environment, race, and ethnicity
- We especially welcome applicants with experience and interests in Public History or the digital humanities.
- Those applying at the advanced assistant professor level should have teaching experience and a research agenda commensurate to a tenure track professor who has passed a third year review and should be on schedule to go up for tenure with a published monograph in the next 3 to 4 years.
- Those applying at the Associate Professor level should have already been promoted to Associate rank and should have teaching, academic service, and publications (including a monograph) commensurate with a tenured professor at a research university. Practicing public historians with a portfolio of scholarship will also be considered at either rank.
- Applications should include a letter of interest addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Prof. G. Derek Musgrove, that introduces the candidate's research and teaching experience; a curriculum vitae; a statement of how your teaching, research, and/or service contribute to inclusive excellence; one chapter/article length writing sample. All application materials must be submitted through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/#152746
- Additional materials, including letters of reference, course syllabi and writing samples will be requested of candidates advancing beyond the initial review of applications. For questions, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Derek Musgrove (derek.musgrove@umbc.edu).
- Closing Date: 27 Sept. 2024
- [22 Oct] Any news — nothing here x3 (23 Oct)
- [8 Nov] I heard they've been dealing with a lot of internal politics and may run a new search
University of Massachusetts-Boston (USA:MA): history of race in Colonial and Revolutionary America[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor in the history of race in Colonial and Revolutionary America, beginning September 1, 2025
- We seek to enhance [departmental] strengths with a candidate whose expertise in American racial formations during the 16th-18th centuries will expand and diversify not only our curriculum, but also the research and service of our departmental community.
- We are especially interested in applicants trained in the methods and practice of public history, who share our commitment to student success through community-engaged teaching and research in our city and region, and whose interests connect with histories of communities of color, including Indigenous histories, in the Northeast.
- Teaching Load: 2/2
- The successful candidate will also have the opportunity for a post-tenure editorial affiliation with the New England Quarterly.
- Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) relevant transcripts, (4) a teaching statement, and (5) three letters of recommendation.
- Review begins: 14 Oct. 2024 and will continue until the position is filled
- [29 Oct]- Any news yet?
- [30 oct]: Nothing yet x2
- [8 Nov]: Nothing yet
- [8 Nov]: Interview requests went out by Halloween
University of South Carolina-Columbia (USA:SC): Colonial or Early Republic US History[]
- Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Colonial or Early Republic US History to begin August 16, 2025.
- Candidates must have a PhD by the time of appointment. Evidence of a well-defined research and teaching agenda as well as a strong scholarly record are required. The position has a 2:2 teaching load consisting of introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and graduate level courses in the applicant’s areas of interest. Research field is open.
- All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/169773
- Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a writing sample, (article or chapter length ~30 pages), and (4) the names and email addresses of 3 references.
- Please submit letters of recommendation to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator via email at: LoriCarey@sc.edu. Applications are not considered complete until the letters are received. Letters may be sent through Interfolio.
- Reviewing of complete applications will begin on 21 Oct. 2024
- [Nov. 13] anything?
- [Nov. 13] nothing yet x3
Nineteenth Century[]
Boston College (USA:MA) - Immigration & Labor, pref. Irish diaspora[]
- Tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Nineteenth-Century US Immigration and Labor history.
- The area of specialization is open, but there is some preference for a scholar of the Irish diaspora, including in the US, who would contribute to the university’s Irish Studies program.
- Teaching load: 4 courses/year These will be a mix of survey courses suitable for the university undergraduate core curriculum, undergraduate electives, and graduate courses
- Candidates should have received a Ph.D. in history or related discipline by 31 August 2025
- Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; an article-length writing sample; and three letters of recommendation. Please address cover letters to the Chair of the Search Committee, History Department, Boston College, 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467, but submit all materials through Interfolio. To receive full consideration, applicants should submit these materials via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/150849)
- For full consideration: 15 Oct. 2024
- likely internal [visiting fits job description] 10/9
Fordham University (USA:NY) - Civil War/Reconstruction Era[]
- Tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the history of the Civil War and Reconstruction, with an emphasis on the social, political, or economic events and relationships which defined that era
- The normal course load for faculty is 2-3.
- Teaching load: 4 courses/year These will be a mix of survey courses suitable for the university undergraduate core curriculum, undergraduate electives, and graduate courses
- Applications should include a cover letter, a CV, a writing sample, names and emails of three references, and a teaching portfolio (consisting of sample syllabi and a teaching statement).
- All of these materials should be submitted through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/156714 by 1 Dec. 2024
- The successful candidate should have the PhD in hand by August 2025. Questions should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Prof. Daniel Soyer (soyer@fordham.edu).
Gettysburg College (USA:PA) - Civil War Studies [Senior Hire][]
- Robert C. Fluhrer Professor of Civil War Studies and the Director of its Civil War Institute [CWI]
- The successful candidate will be a recognized scholar in Civil War era studies and a dedicated teacher and will lead Gettysburg College's prestigious Civil War Institute
- The Fluhrer Professorship is based on the teacher-scholar model, and the next Fluhrer Professor will be an active member of the College's Department of History
- The Director of the CWI is responsible for leading the Institute and growing its connections within the College and with outside organizations and constituencies. Specific responsibilities of the Director include overseeing a staff of three who assist in organizing and running the CWI Summer Institute, the Civil War Era Studies minor, the Public History minor, and the extensive internship program
- We seek qualified candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree in history, demonstrate a record of distinguished scholarship in the history of the Civil War era, and have the ability to administer and develop the Civil War Institute. The successful candidate will assume the position in summer 2025
- A cover letter expressing one's suitability for the position of Fluhrer Professor and CWI Director and describing one's scholarly and teaching interests, as well as a current curriculum vitae, should be submitted. In addition, applicants should enter the names and email addresses for three references, at least one of whom can speak to the applicant's teaching effectiveness. Applicants who advance in the search will be contacted for letters of recommendation.
- Inquiries can be addressed to the search committee chair, Professor Jim Downs, The Gilder Lehrman-NEH Professor of Civil War Era Studies and History (jdowns@gettysburg.edu).
- Application review will begin: 15 Oct. 2024
Mississippi State University (USA:MS)[]
- Tenure-track appointment in United States History, 1820-1860, beginning August 16, 2025
- A Ph.D. in U.S. History at the time of appointment is required. Evidence of successful teaching and publications are preferred. Also preferred is the ability to broaden the department’s offerings in African American and/or 19th century US History. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
- All applicants must apply online at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/cw/en-us/job/508147?lApplicationSubSourceID= and attach a cover letter and current curriculum vitae.
- To guarantee consideration, applications must be received by 15 Nov. 2024
Shepherd University (USA:WV)[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor of History and Director of the George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War, beginning January 2025
- The position includes a 3/3 teaching load, including both lower- and upper-division courses, supervision of a Civil War Concentration in the history major, and responsibility for directing the Center
- The Director is responsible for strategic planning, fundraising, financial oversight, and event programming. Experience in these areas is highly desirable.
- Requirements: Ph.D. in History; ABD considered; experience teaching at the college level; strong research portfolio and record of scholarly publications; experience in strategic planning, fundraising, financial oversight, and event programming is preferred
- Required Documents: cover letter; curriculum vitae; list of professional references
- Closing date not listed.
- [24 Sept] The review of applications began Sept. 16, 2024
- [13 Nov] heard that they already did campus interviews but I have not heard anything from the committee
University of Edinburgh (UK:Scot)[]
- open-ended Lectureship (~asst/assoc) in Nineteenth-century US History.
- Applications are welcome from specialists in any area of the History of the United States of America in the Nineteenth Century.We welcome applicants with interests in all areas of nineteenth-century US history, including those working with hemispheric or transnational approaches. Specialists in histories of race, Indigeneity, and/or gender and sexuality are particularly encouraged to apply.
- Teaching: The appointed colleague would play a key role in teaching our pre-honours course on the History of the United States. They will also offer specialist courses at Honours and MSc level and contribute to other team-taught courses. They will be expected to recruit and supervise doctoral students and contribute to developing the research culture in American History.
- SHORT deadline: 29 Nov. 2024
Twentieth Century[]
College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (USA:MN) - Non-TT[]
- full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible, one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor in 20th-century United States history, with the possibility of renewal.
- Teaching Load: three 4-credit courses per semester plus student advising - Candidates must be able to teach a lower-division class engaging with gender, race, and ethnicity in U.S. history. The successful candidate will also teach upper-division courses in their area of expertise and other general education courses.
- PhD required by August 2025
- Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply". Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit the following materials: 1. A letter of application which addresses how the applicant's education, teaching interests, and teaching and/or work experience meet the position qualifications. 2. Curriculum vitae. 3.A statement of teaching philosophy, including how you will integrate diversity and support inclusion for all students in the classroom and use innovative/active-learning pedagogies. 4. Unofficial copies of transcripts; official copy required upon hire. 5. Names and contact information of three references. 6.[OPTIONAL] Evidence of teaching effectiveness, for example: student course surveys, examples of learning outcomes, peer or student testimonials, or other materials. If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or employment@csbsju.edu.
- Deadline: Review of applications will begin on December 4, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Suffolk University (USA:MA)[]
- Tenure track Assistant Professor position in 20th century United States History beginning July 1, 2025 in the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
- Area of specialization is open but the department is particularly interested in recruiting a teacher-scholar who can demonstrate experience executing a cross-cultural research agenda, building community partnerships and documenting the histories of marginalized communities, activism, and social movements in the 20th century United States.
- Candidates able to contribute to an evolving specialization in public history, digital humanities, and integration of innovative technologies (i.e. AR/VR, ArcGIS, game design technologies) in an interdisciplinary context are especially encouraged. Ph.D. candidates in History, Latine Studies, Black Studies, Ethnic Studies, Women's & Gender Studies, Global Studies, or related fields are enthusiastically welcomed.
- The successful candidate will propose new courses that address the interdisciplinary relationship between 20th century history, public history, culture and/or world languages; demonstration of an interdisciplinary orientation in scholarship and teaching is preferred
- A complete submission will include: cover letter; CV; Teaching Philosophy; Diversity Statement; a statement of research interests and agenda; student course evaluations (if available); a sample syllabus; and 3 letters of reference.
- For full consideration, applications should be submitted by 1 Oct. 2024, though applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be via Zoom followed by on-campus interviews.
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota (USA:MN) - Non-TT[]
- Teaching Professor faculty position in United States history. The appointment will begin in the Fall 2025 academic semester.
- The department is particularly interested in candidates with teaching and mentorship experience in the following areas: migration, immigration, and displacement; capitalism, business, and labor; race & ethnicity; and/or U.S. engagement with the world
- Applicants must have a PhD (U.S. or Foreign Equivalent) in history or in a closely related field, or alternatively ABDs nearing completion of the PhD will also be considered.
- Teaching: 6 to 7 undergraduate courses per yer, The successful candidate will teach the department’s 100-level, core curriculum course “United States History in Global Perspective, 1865-present" as well as upper-level courses in their areas of specialization, contingent upon department need and capacity.
- Applications should be submitted online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Candidates will be asked to submit: A position-specific cover letter that addresses your interest and qualifications for the position and includes how you would support diversity and equity at St. Thomas, addressed to David C. Williard, search committee chair; A current curriculum vitae (CV); A statement (up to two pages) detailing your teaching experience and your philosophy on teaching and student mentorship; 9Unofficial copy of transcripts from the institution; Complete the reference section of the application by providing contact information for two professional references. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate. Candidates who advance in the search will be asked to submit two letters of recommendation
- Review begins: 25 Nov. 2024
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (USA:MA) - Modern US[]
- Tenure-track assistant professor in Modern US History starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, beginning in July 2025.
- We welcome applications from scholars working in any thematic field, and especially invite applicants who can leverage their research to launch a creative teaching profile that pushes students to think across fields while addressing contemporary problems in historical context.
- Specifically, this position involves teaching and collaboratively rethinking existing courses in post-1877 US history and expanding the reach of our curriculum through new courses and capstone seminars.
- As part of your application, please submit: cover letter that describes your interests, values, and practices as a scholar and teacher; CV that contains academic and professional experience and includes names and contact information for three professional references
- We will request letters of reference, writing samples, and a teaching portfolio for short-listed candidates only.
- Applications received by 30 Nov. 2024, will receive full consideration.
Word on the Street[]
Oct 22 - Has anyone heard from Suffolk?
- 22 Oct - nothing on my end
- Oct 22 - nope nothing here either
- Oct 23 - Zoom interview scheduled
Oct 23--Has anyone heard from Shepherd?
- 24 Oct - nothing here
- 1 Nov -- nothing yet. Is this an inside hire or has anyone heard any updates. I would assume they have to interview soon for a January start date.
- 7 Nov -- I have heard that they've interviewed a few people already.
- 8 Nov -- I had first and second round interviews, but radio silence since mid-October.
4 Nov—Still nothing from UM Balt County? I feel like they must have contacted some folks by now.
- Same. Haven't heard anything yet. Not even through the early Americanist grapevine.
- Sounds like they've been dealing with a lot of internal politics and might run a new search [8 Nov]
7 Nov-Anything on the UMass Boston public history/Revolutionary job?
- haven't heard anything either.
- [8 nov]- interview requests already sent out. Received my request on Halloween.
- congrats