American Studies 2013

Page for Academic Positions in American Studies that start in 2013.

Last year's page: American Studies 2012

Other relevant pages: Cultural Studies/Ethnic Studies 2012-13, US History 2012-13, Ethnic American Literature 2013, African American Literature 2013, and 20-21 c. American Lit. 2013.

See also: The American Studies Association employment page

Saint Louis University - TT Asst. Professor
Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service, seeks applicants for a tenure track appointment at the assistant professor level in the Department of American Studies beginning in August 2013. We are seeking a scholar of transnational American Studies, broadly understood. Other areas might include gender and sexuality, religion, film, and popular culture. Promising candidates will possess the PhD in American Studies or closely related field (American Studies strongly preferred) by the time of appointment, an established record of research, and the ability to offer courses and advise students at the undergraduate and graduate level. Ideally candidates will also have a record of professional, creative, or community engagement. Application deadline is November 15. All applications must be made online at jobs.slu.edu; online applications must include curriculum vitae, cover letter, writing sample, and sample syllabus. In addition, send three letters of recommendation by post to: Matthew Mancini, Chair, Department of American Studies, Saint Louis University, 3800 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108. Saint Louis University is an urban, research-extensive institution, with over 12,000 students in thirteen schools and colleges. The Department of American Studies is located in the College of Arts and Sciences, and maintains strong ties to major art, historical, and civic institutions in the city. The department confers the B. A., M. A., and PhD degrees.

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University of Hawai`i at Manoa - TT Asst. Professor, Asian/Pacific American Studies
American/Filipino Studies: The University of Hawai`i at Manoa, Department of American Studies, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, full-time 9-month appointment, Position Number 82176, to begin August 1, 2013, pending position clearance and availability of funds. Duties: Teach American Studies undergraduate and graduate courses; teach/conduct research in Asian/Pacific American studies with an emphasis on Filipino American studies; and other duties as assigned by chair. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in American Studies or related area (ABDs will be considered), ability to teach American Studies undergraduate and graduate courses and to teach/conduct research in Asian/Pacific American studies with an emphasis on Filipino American studies. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, send letter of application indicating how you satisfy the minimum qualifications, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and graduate school transcripts (copies are acceptable, however original transcripts will be required at the time of hire) to Search Committee, American Studies Department, University of Hawai`i at Manoa, 1890 East-West Road, Moore Hall 324, Honolulu, HI 96822. Departmental representatives plan to conduct invited interviews at the annual meeting of the American Studies Association (November 15-18, 2012) in San Juan, Puerto Rico. See www.hawaii.edu/amst for further details on department. For inquiries contact Professor Vernadette Gonzalez, Search Committee Chair, vvg@hawaii.edu or 808-956-8587. Closing Date: October 12, 2012. An EEO/AA Employer.

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 * Also posted at Cultural Studies/Ethnic Studies 2012-2013

University of Notre Dame - Tenure-track Asst. Professor in Transnational American Studies
The Department of American Studies at the University of Notre Dame invites applicants for a tenure-track assistant professorship in transnational American Studies to begin August 2013. We seek candidates who recognize transnational American Studies as a critical approach that pushes the discipline beyond and across national borders, including (but not limited to) scholarship that examines the cultures and peoples of the United States from international perspectives.

This full-time position will be rostered in a Department of American Studies affiliated with campus institutes, centers, and other departments engaged in transnational studies. The successful candidate will teach four courses per year including the introductory survey (on a rotating basis) and upper-level undergraduate courses in her/his area of specialization. For more information on the Department of American Studies at the University of Notre Dame please see our website at: americanstudies.nd.edu

Qualifications: Ph.D. in American Studies or related field. Degree expected at time of appointment, with preference given to candidates with excellent teaching skills and interests in contributing to an innovative American Studies curriculum, scholarly publications, and an active research agenda. Exceptional candidates at other ranks may be considered.

Please send a letter of application, full CV, writing sample, and names for three references, to: Professor Erika Doss, Chair, Transnational American Studies Search Committee, Department of American Studies, University of Notre Dame, 1044 Flanner Hall, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Applications due: October 29, 2012.

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University of Notre Dame - W. Harold & Martha Welch Endowed Chair in American Studies
The Department of American Studies at the University of Notre Dame invites nominations and applications for the inaugural holder of the W. Harold and Martha Welch Chair in American Studies. We anticipate that this full-time appointment will be made at the full professor level. We seek an accomplished scholar with a distinguished record of publications, an established academic reputation, an active research agenda, and enthusiasm for teaching. This position is part of a major building initiative in the Department of American Studies that includes this endowed chair, a concurrent search for a tenure-track position in transnational American Studies, and other anticipated faculty positions over the next few years. For more information on the Department of American Studies at the University of Notre Dame please see our website at: americanstudies.nd.edu

Areas of research are open. Responsibilities include active pursuit of research and publication; teaching and mentoring students in the Department of American Studies; participation in department initiatives; and service to the university and relevant professional and scholarly organizations.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in American Studies or related field.

Please send a letter addressing the basis for your interest in the W. Harold and Martha Welch Endowed Chair and outlining your program of research and vision for American Studies at Notre Dame, full CV, and names for three references, to: Professor Erika Doss, Chair, W. Harold and Martha Welch Endowed Chair in American Studies Search Committee, Department of American Studies, University of Notre Dame, 1044 Flanner Hall, Notre Dame, IN 46556.

Applications due: October 29, 2012.

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Wesleyan University - Cultural History
Tenure track assistant professorship in 20th century/contemporary US cultural history. Ph.D. in American Studies, History, or a related field must be completed by the time of the appointment (July 1, 2013). Preference will be given to candidates who focus on the politics of culture with particular attention to gender, race, and class, ideally with a subspecialty in queer studies or the history of gender and sexuality. Candidates with teaching fields in popular culture, visual culture and/or material culture are especially encouraged to apply." 2/2 teaching load.

Review begins immediately [5 Aug] & for full consideration apply by: 1 Nov 2012

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 * Also posted at US History 2012-13