Latin American History 2012-13

Page for jobs in Latin American History that begin in 2013.

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History 2012-13

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Samford University - Asst/Assoc Prof

 * Tenure-track position at the assistant or associate professor level in Latin American history, beginning Aug. 19, 2013


 * Candidates will be expected to teach in a two-semester freshman core text sequence covering ancient to modern authors. Teaching responsibilities will also include advanced courses in Latin American history. Ph.D. must be in hand by time of appointment. Demonstrated evidence of superior teaching ability is expected. Candidates will also provide leadership for a growing Latin American Studies Program.
 * Applicants should submit a letter of application, three letters of reference, c.v., and evidence of teaching excellence to Dr. S. Jonathan Bass, Department of History, Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229. The screening process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled... Candidates must be willing to contribute to and promote the school's mission as a Christian university ( http://www.samford.edu/mission.aspx). Samford University is an Equal Opportunity Institution that complies with applicable law prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin.
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2012

Georgia Southern University

 * Position Description. Reporting to the Chair, the Assistant Professor of History with a specialty in Latin American History requires teaching, service, and research responsibilities as well as a terminal degree. The successful candidate will teach the survey of World History since 1450, a core course required of all Georgia Southern University students, courses required for the major, and a variety of upper-division courses in his or her field. In addition to pursuing an active research agenda, the successful candidate is expected to advise students and contribute to departmental governance. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 * Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in History or closely related field by August 1, 2013. Ability to teach courses on the history of colonial and modern Latin America. Ability to teach world history, undergraduate methods course, and senior seminar
 * Screening of applications begins 15 Oct. 2012, and continues until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2013.

Iowa State University (Non-TT; Part time)

 * Latin American History. Half time lecturer, one semester, beginning January 2013. The Department of History at Iowa State University seeks to hire a half time lecturer for the Spring 2013 semester in Latin American History. Teaching responsibilities include two undergraduate courses.
 * Please send a letter of application, C. V., and three letters of recommendation using Iowa State University’s electronic application system: www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
 * Review of application materials will begin 1 Sept. 2012.

Johns Hopkins University

 * The Department of History at the Johns Hopkins University invites applications for an historian of Latin America, starting in Fall 2013. Regional area of specialization and chronological period are open, although candidates working in the area of South America are strongly encouraged to apply. The search is at the rank of assistant professor.
 * Please submit a cover letter, c.v., writing sample, research statement, and three letters of reference online at www.interfolio.com/apply/13396. Screening of applications will begin on 1 Nov. 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

New York University - Abu Dhabi

 * Multiple positions in history advertised, including Latin America
 * See original posting at Open Field/Mixed Hire History Jobs 2012-13

Texas Christian University

 * The Department of History and Geography at TCU invites applications for a tenure-track position in Latin American history [at Asst. Prof. level], to begin fall 2013. Candidates with an interest in the Atlantic world or world history are encouraged.
 * Faculty enjoy competitive salaries, a 3/2 teaching load, and research support.
 * To apply, go to the TCU Human Resources Employment Center at tcu.igreentree.com/CSS_Faculty and select Faculty Vacancies. Applications not submitted online will not be considered. Fill out personal/contact information and voluntary survey and then upload letter of application, CV, sample syllabi, and three letters of reference. Please ask those submitting letters of reference to send either electronic or paper version to Jacqulyn Curry ([mailto:j.curry@tcu.edu j.curry@tcu.edu], 817-257-5255), TCU Box 298200, Fort Worth, TX 76129. All questions regarding the application process should be directed to Jacqulyn Curry in Human Resources.
 * Application deadline is 30 Nov. 2012 and review of applications will begin as they are received.

University of Connecticut (Waterbury campus) - Latin America/Caribbean

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Latin American/Carribbean History
 * For full consideration: 31 Oct. 2012
 * Has anyone else had trouble viewing the job description through the link they provide? I keep getting sent to a Microsoft Exchange Outlook Web Access sign-in page. I don't have Outlook enabled on my computer nor an account I can sign in with. Searches for this job through the university's and History depatment's web pages have been unsuccessful.
 * A: it doesn't work for me either. The job reference no is 2013047, and you can reach it through this link: http://www.jobs.uconn.edu/cg_interim.html <- search for 'history' as a keyword and it comes up. AFII (talk) 06:51, September 5, 2012 (UTC)
 * Thank you!

University of Southern Indiana

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Asia after 1500 OR Latin American History
 * "PhD or advanced ABD in history or closely related field required by start date of August 2013. 12-hour (4 course) teaching load per semester, with 2 – 3 preparations, including core curriculum history surveys, historical methods, required world civilizations sequence for history majors and courses in candidate’s specialty. Teaching experience, an active scholarly agenda and commitment to serving USI and the community required."
 * Deadline: 1 Oct. 2012
 * Cross-posted to Asian History 2012-13

University of Vermont

 * The Department of History at the University of Vermont has an opening for a tenure-track assistant professor of Latin American history, beginning August 15, 2013. Chronological period and area of specialization are open.
 * Dossiers should consist of a letter of application, CV, an article or chapter-length writing sample, one course syllabus, and contact information for three references. Applications and supplementary materials should be submitted electronically at www.uvmjobs.com. Search for the position using department name “History” only, and attach CV and materials to your application.
 * Review begins: 22 Oct. 2012
 * Intend to interview at AHA

Wake Forest University

 * Wake Forest University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor of Latin American history for appointment beginning July 2013. Research must be focused on any aspect of Latin American history. The teaching of a two-semester upper-division survey of Latin American history, and introductory level World Civilizations is required.
 * To apply, please send a letter of application, c.v., transcript copies, and separate statement of teaching philosophy to wakejobs.silkroad.com. Three confidential letters of recommendation can be sent to [mailto:wakejobs@wfu.edu wakejobs@wfu.edu]. Technical problems with submissions may be directed to (336) 758-4700.
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2012
 * Intend to interview at AHA

Weber State University

 * Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in Latin American history, chronological period and area of specialization open. The successful candidate will offer courses in Latin American history and lower division courses in world history.
 * Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. required. Preferred Qualifications: Seeking candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching, ability to develop courses that complement existing course offerings, and strong commitment to scholarship.
 * Deadline for applications is Nov. 15, 2012, with intent of interviewing at the AHA annual meeting in New Orleans. To apply, complete the online faculty/staff data form at http://jobs.weber.edu and attach a letter of application, current c.v., statement of teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching experience. Direct link: http://jobs.weber.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=56756 Additionally, please arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly from the authors to Dr. Susan Matt, 1205 University Circle, Ogden, UT 84408-1205.

Lehigh University (Penn.) - 16th-19th C

 * Tenure track assistant professor in Latin American History "...with a research field in the period from the 16th to the 19th centuries."
 * "The research subfield for this position is open. In addition to a vigorous research program, candidates should be able to contribute to vibrant MA and PhD programs especially by supplementing the department’s existing strengths in the English and French speaking areas of the Atlantic World. At the undergraduate level, the successful candidate will offer both survey courses in Latin American History and specialized courses related to his or her broad research field."
 * 2/2 load and interdisciplinary work & networking encouraged
 * Review begins: 18 Oct. 2012.

Binghamton University, State University of New York

 * The History Department at Binghamton University, State University of New York, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professorship in Colonial Latin American history, starting Fall 2013. In addition to helping build the graduate program and undergraduate curriculum in Latin American history, the successful candidate will contribute to our strength in Early Modern history. Please submit your application electronically at http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/ by October 31, 2012. The application should include a CV, three letters of recommendation, two article- or chapter-length writing samples and sample syllabi. Ph.D. required by start of appointment.

=== Utah Valley University ===
 * The Department of History and Political Science at Utah Valley University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professorship in Colonial Latin America from pre-contact to 1850, beginning August 2013. Area of specialization is open.
 * Teach 4-4 load of lower and upper division undergraduate courses including surveys, areas of specialization, and department service courses.
 * Link: online application.
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2012
 * Intend to interview at AHA

University of Colorado Boulder

 * The history department at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in modern (post-independence) Latin American history, starting August 2013. The person who is hired must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. in history by August 19, 2013.  Teaching experience is desirable.  The successful candidate will be expected to participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching and conduct independent research.  This position is vital to the department’s innovative graduate program, which emphasizes global, transnational, and thematic preparation and connects students and faculty across individual fields.  A letter of application, c.v., graduate transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness and promise (such as sample syllabi, or teaching evaluations), as well as three letters of recommendation will be accepted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com posting #818567 . Nominations or queries only should be sent to Phoebe Young, Chair, Latin American Search Committee, Dept. of History, University of Colorado, 234 UCB, Boulder, CO  80309-0234, phoebe.young@colorado.edu.
 * Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted at the AHA annual meeting.

Yale University

 * The Yale University Department of History intends to make a non-tenured appointment, tenure track, to begin July 1, 2013, focusing on the history of Latin America during the national period. Preference will be given to candidates specializing in the Hispanic Caribbean, but those specializing in the Andean republics, Brazil or the nations of the Southern Cone will also be given consideration.
 * The review of applications will begin 1 Sept. 2012 and continuing until the position is filled.

Claremont McKenna College - Brazil / Latin America

 * Position in the history of Brazil and Latin America. This is a tenure-track appointment at the level of assistant professor.
 * The candidate must be able to conduct research in Portuguese. We are open to all time periods and subfields, including social and cultural history, as well as transnational/comparative work. The candidate will be expected to teach broadly, with courses that include surveys on Latin America and upper division courses in Brazilian history. The successful candidate should have completed the Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
 * Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief description of possible courses, and three letters of reference. Applicants are requested to apply on line; please visit https://webapps.cmc.edu/jobs/faculty/login.php
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2012.

Harvard University - Lemann Professorship for Brazil Studies

 * The Department of History seeks to appoint a tenured professor in modern Brazilian history, with a preference for the study of Brazil since 1930, as the Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor for Brazil Studies. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2013. The appointee will teach and advise at the undergraduate and graduate levels and it is hoped that she or he will serve as Chair of the Brazil Studies Program.
 * Deadline: 1 Sept. 2012"