European History 2013-14

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What's your employment status?

 * ABD: 6
 * Postdoc: 5
 * Visiting or Temporary Assistant Professor: 2
 * Adjuncting PhD: 4
 * Continuing Non-Tenure Track Professor: 3
 * TT but looking for a new job: 3
 * Tenured but always on the lookout for an opportunity:
 * Tenured or TT but reading out of curiosity: 2
 * PhD, Employed in academia in non-faculty position:
 * ABD, Fully employed in academia in non-faculty position:
 * Fully employed outside of academia:
 * Partly employed outside of academia:
 * Unemployed PhD:
 * Adjuncting, denied tenure, trying again:

TOTAL: 21

Specialization breakdown

 * Ancient:1
 * Ancient/medieval: 1
 * Medieval: 5
 * Medieval/Renaissance/Early Modern: 3
 * Early Modern: 1
 * Modern: 1
 * British (early modern): 3
 * British/British Empire (modern):
 * French:
 * Flemish/Walloon:
 * German (early modern):
 * German (modern): 1
 * Russian: 1
 * Portugal (Early Modern):
 * Spain (medieval/early modern): 2
 * Spain (modern): 1
 * Italy (modern):
 * Irish (modern):
 * Eastern European:
 * East-Central Europe (modern)
 * History of Science/Medicine: 1
 * Military: 1

University of Haifa (Isr.) - Israeli citizens only

 * Tenure track position in European and/or American history, to begin Oct. 2014
 * "Successful applicants will be nominated to early-career fellowships for scholars holding Israeli citizenship, administered and awarded by the Israeli Council of Higher Education...Fellowship winners will be granted a university position with full faculty responsibilities and are guaranteed tenure evaluation by the University"
 * PhD must be in hand by appointment date
 * "The successful candidates will be expected to teach four courses per year (undergraduate, graduate), supervise theses, and carry usual nonteaching duties. Primary teaching language: Hebrew. Salary according to scale. "
 * Deadline for full consideration: 31 Aug. 2013.

​University of Nevada-Las Vegas - since 1500

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in European History since 1500
 * The applicant should complement existing departmental strengths in the histories of Britain, Russia, modern Germany, and revolutionary France. Letters of application should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference.
 * QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in European history from a regionally accredited college or university required. Degree must be completed prior to start of appointment.
 * Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.  Materials should be addressed to Prof. Michelle Tusan Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact UNLV Employment Services at (702) 895-2894 or hrsearch@unlv.edu.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov 2013 & although this position will remain open until filled... best consideration will be gained for materials submitted prior to that date.
 * Anyone know what the teaching load is at UNLV?

CUNY John Jay College

 * Assistant Professor - Department of History
 * The History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track line in ancient history, with a specialty outside of Greece or Rome. The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory courses in Global history, skills courses in the Global History major, and electives in his or her own areas of interest.
 * Tenure-track professors teach a 4/3 course load.
 * QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent by June 2014. Publications and teaching experience, especially in Global History, preferred. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
 * CLOSING DATE: October 15, 2013. Link to Apply

Yale University [Senior] - Roman History

 * The Yale University Departments of Classics and History intend to make a senior tenured appointment in Roman History, beginning July 1, 2014.
 * Preference will be given to historians whose scholarship focuses on subjects in the Roman empire.
 * Applicants should send a curriculum vitae and a statement about their work and professional plans to Professor J.G. Manning, chair, Roman History Search Committee, c/o Linda Dickey-Saucier, Classics Department Yale University, 402 Phelps Hall, Department of Classics, Yale University, 344 College Street, New Haven CT 06520-8266. Inquiries also to J.G. Manning: joseph.manning@yale.edu
 * The search committee will begin considering applications on 1 Sept. 2013

Columbia University (NY) - Byzantine History

 * Tenure-track assistant professor in the field of Byzantine History.
 * In addition to offering undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of History, the successful candidate will be expected to teach in the Contemporary Civilization program. Ph.D. must be conferred by time of appointment.
 * All applications must be made through Columbia University's online Recruitment of Academic Personnel System (RAPS)
 * Review of applications will begin 30 Sept. 2013.

University of Sydney

 * Lecturer (? Asst Prof?) in Medieval History c.1000-1500, to begin 'ideally' in Feb. 2014
 * Yeah it's equivalent to assistant prof but on an eye-watering payscale.
 * "As a Lecturer in Medieval history, c. 1000-1500, you will teach the first year Medieval History program, as well as specialist senior units. While you will be expected to teach units dealing with the Medieval European world, expertise in other areas including relations between Christian, Jewish and Islamic cultures; the Mediterranean world; or the European periphery will be an advantage. PhD qualified, you will demonstrate a potential for outstanding scholarly achievement. You will also have a publication record, experience in teaching, and a commitment to teamwork in curriculum development."
 * Deadline: 28 Jul. 2013

University of Massachusetts Boston -- Medieval Mediterranean, 600-1300CE

 * tenure track Assistant Professor in Medieval Mediterranean History, to begin spring or fall 2014
 * Phd in hand by Dec. 2013
 * We especially encourage applicants who work on comparative religion and study more than one area of the Mediterranean. Teaching responsibilities include introductory topical seminars, the first half of the World Civilization survey, and upper division and graduate courses in the candidate’s areas of specialization.
 * Deadline: 15 Sept. 2013
 * Intend to interview (by Skype) in Oct. 2013

University of Notre Dame (Indiana) - Byzantine history

 * 'Junior level' position ("begining associate professors are also encouraged to apply") in Byzantine History, to begin fall 2014
 * The University of Notre Dame is initiating a program in Byzantine Studies.  To that end, the University plans to make two appointments ...one in Byzantine history and the other in Byzantine theology.  Period and area of specialization are open for both positions ...The University particularly seeks candidates who demonstrate excellence in both teaching and scholarship.
 * For the history position, send letter of application, cv, and three letters of reference to Professor Patrick Griffin, Chair, Department of History, 219 O’Shaughnessy Hall, University of Notre Dame, 46556.
 * The University of Notre Dame is an affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to fostering a culturally diverse atmosphere for faculty, staff, and students.  Women, minorities, and those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity are encouraged to apply.  Information about Notre Dame is available at www.nd.edu and information about the departments is available here
 * Review begins: 1 October 2013

University of Virginia - Late Byzantine World

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the History of the Late Byzantine World, to begin 25 Aug. 2014
 * "The focus of this hire will be in the area of comparative cultures and contested cultural space in the late-Byzantine world, 11th-15th centuries CE. The geo-cultural terrain of this hire will span the Orthodox Christian world and the Islamic East, from the Balkans to the Urals, from the Black Sea to the Caspian Sea basin. Broad areas of specialization may include: multi-cultural intersections (Eastern Orthodox and Islam); migration and cultural assimilation (including Slavic, Mongol, and/or Turkish); imagined geographies in the late-Byzantine world."
 * Teaching Load 2/2
 * "Expertise in digital humanities is preferred"
 * "Applicants must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in the relevant field by May 2014 and must hold a PhD at the time of appointment"
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2013 and priority will be given to applications recieved by this date
 * I think you mean Virginia, not West Virginia.  There's a BIG difference, lol.

Oregon State University (OR) - Medieval/Early Modern

 * Tenure track assitant professorship in European History, late medieval or early modern to 1600, to begin Fall 2014
 * "An active research program along with the ability to teach courses in medieval and early modern history, as well as survey courses in Western Civ and/or world history, is required.  Applications are encouraged from candidates with interests in the history of science, religion, or global networks."
 * Ph.D. in history or closely-related fields must be in hand by June 2014.
 * To apply, submit letter of application and current C.V. via our application website at https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/, and three letters of reference to Professor Nicole von Germeten, Chair, Medieval/Early Modern Europe Search Committee, History Department, Oregon State University, 322 Milam Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331.
 * Deadline for full consideration: 16 Sept. 2013

Northwestern University (IL) - Continental

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Early Modern Continental European History (ca. 1500-1800), to begin September 2014
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2013

University of Chicago (IL)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Early Modern European History (c.1400-1700), to being Autumn Quarter 2014
 * "Geographic preference is open, but it would be desirable to find an historian of the Renaissance with interests in Italy or the Mediterranean world. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate and undergraduate courses, including the University of Chicago's undergraduate core sequence on European Civilization. Candidates are expected to have a PhD in hand by July 1, 2014. "
 * Review begins 1 Oct. 2014 and position is open until filled or until hard deadline of 5 Jan. 2014
 * Intend to interview at the AHA

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (MI) - Associate/Full, Iberian (Atlantic) World

 * Associate or Full Professorship (J. Frederick Hoffman Chair) in Early Modern History c.1400-1750 "with strong priority in the Iberian Atlantic"
 * "The holder should have international prominence, a record of scholarly achievement, and demonstrated success as teacher and mentor.  Advanced associate professors will be considered as well as senior scholars already at the full professorial rank. We are interested in innovative work on early modern European colonialism that takes the non-European world as part of its primary ground. We especially welcome applications from scholars who study diverse forms of exchange between or among Europe's and Latin America's Iberian zones.  Qualified applicants might be working primarily out of one side of the Iberian Atlantic (i.e. either the Iberian Americas or Europe) or they may have a more global or “oceanic” ground of investigation."
 * Review begins: 25 Oct. 2013 and continues until the position is filled

York University (Can.)

 * Assistant Professorship in Early Modern European History, to begin 1 Jul. 2014
 * "Candidates’ research and teaching should focus on continental Europe in the period from 1450 to 1750. Areas of specialization are open, although the Department encourages candidates whose research and teaching specialization lies in social and/or cultural history to apply."
 * "Required qualifications include a completed PhD in History or in a related discipline and an active program of research in the area of specialization. Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching, to have a record of excellence in scholarly research including publications appropriate to their stage of career, and to have established themselves as part of an international network of scholars in their field. Candidates should be prepared to teach a wide range of courses in early modern European history at all levels and to make a major contribution to the Graduate Program in History. The successful candidate must be suitable for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies"
 * "Applicants should submit a letter of application outlining their professional experience and research interests, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, a sample of their scholarly writing (maximum 50 pages), and a teaching dossier, and arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent...to: Professor Marcel Martel, Chair, Department of History, 2140 Vari Hall, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, York University, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3."
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2013

Pennsylvania State University  - [Open Rank] Modern European Jewish

 * Tenure track open rank in Modern European Jewish History, to begin Aug 2014
 * "We seek an accomplished scholar with a dynamic research agenda in the area of 19th- and/or 20th-century European Jewish History, preferably with a strong academic interest in the study of the Holocaust. The ideal candidate will have a proven record of research and publications within the fields of Jewish Studies and History. We also seek someone who will enhance the interdisciplinary strengths of both units, and who will play a leadership role in the growing Jewish Studies program. Excellent teaching abilities and a strong interest in teaching courses at all levels, particularly courses relating to the Holocaust, are essential"
 * For full consideration: 1 Oct. 2013

Portland State University - post-1800 excl. Brit, Russia, Hist Sci.

 * Tenure track assistant professorship of Modern European History, post-1800 (excluding Britain, Russia and the history of science), to begin September 16, 2014.
 * To Apply: Send letter of application detailing teaching and research, CV, examples of research, and three letters of reference (electronic submission of all materials preferred) to: Dr. Richard Beyler, Department of History, Portland State University, Box 751, Portland OR 97207-0751, [mailto:Historysearch@pdx.edu Historysearch@pdx.edu]
 * Review of applications will begin October 1, 2013, and continue until finalists are identified.

Reed College - 20th Century Europe and Western Humanities

 * tenure-track position in 20th-century European history (excluding France and Germany) and Western Humanities.
 * "We especially encourage applications from candidates with interests in the following fields: Russian/Soviet history; British imperial/post-colonial history."
 * Deadline: 1 Nov 2013
 * Intend to interview at AHA

University of Derby (UK)

 * Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (tenured ~Asst/Assoc or Assoc/Full Prof) in History
 * "We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and inspiring lecturer to undertake teaching and student support within History and related programme areas. In particular, the lecturer will teach on a range of history modules covering British and European History in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries"
 * Deadline: 19 Aug. 2013
 * Intend to interview 12 Sept. 2013

University of Haifa (Isr.) - European/American Contemporary

 * Tenure track position in European and/or American contemporary history, to begin Oct. 2014
 * The position is open to any rank and is pending budgetary approval by university administration.
 * PhD must be in hand by appointment date
 * "The successful candidates will be expected to teach four courses per year (undergraduate, graduate), supervise theses, and carry usual nonteaching duties. Primary teaching language: Hebrew. Salary according to scale. "
 * Deadline for full consideration: 31 Aug. 2013

​University of Huddersfield (UK)

 * Lectureship (tenured ~Asst/Assoc Prof) in Modern European History
 * "You will have a PhD along with research and teaching experience in any field of modern continental European history since 1848. You will have an ability to contribute to History teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and publications of international quality, as well as esteem commensurate with career stage"
 * Deadline: 19 Aug. 2013
 * Intend to interview 19 Sept.

University of Wisconsin - Madison  - Modern European Jewish

 * tenure track assistant professorship (Frances and Laurence Weinstein Chair) in Modern European Jewish History, August 2014
 * Phd must be in hand by start date
 * "Candidates should demonstrate evidence of creativity and excellence in teaching and research in modern European Jewish history.  They are expected to have broad familiarity with the critical study of Jewish history and be able to situate Jewish history within broader comparative contexts.  Candidates should have fluency in Hebrew or Yiddish and the language(s) of his or her region of specialization or topic of study">
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2013
 * Intend to interview at the AHA

Washington & Jefferson College (PA) - 19th/20thc (excl. Brit.)

 * Tenure-track assistant professor in nineteenth- and twentieth- century continental European history to begin fall 2014.
 * The ability to teach any subfield (except for British history) would be welcome. Examples of desirable subfields include but are not limited to the Middle East, Eastern Europe, the USSR and its successor states, gender studies, and science and technology. Successful candidates will demonstrate dedication to the ideals of a liberal arts education, outstanding teaching skills, and a continuing interest in scholarly development. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D., but consideration will be given to candidates whose dissertation committee chair declares that the degree will be in hand by the time of appointment.
 * To apply, please send a letter of application, statement of teaching that includes a list of proposed courses and research philosophy, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, student evaluations and a statement of scholarly interests to [mailto:hr@washjeff.edu hr@washjeff.edu]
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2013.

Providence College (RI) - Modern British History

 * Tenure-track assistant professorship in Modern British history (including British Empire) beginning fall 2014. Competence to teach in the Development of Western Civilization program as part of regular teaching load is required. Experience in interdisciplinary and/or team-teaching is desirable. Areas of specialization open.
 * Candidates must possess a Ph.D. (by date of appointment) and demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching, the ability to establish a scholarly research program, and a willingness to be active in service to the college and community.
 * Letter of application, c.v., undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference should be submitted electronically. Application instructions are available at the College Career site: https://careers.providence.edu.
 * Deadline: 18 Oct., 2013.

University of Winchester (UK) - Late Medieval

 * Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (tenured ~Asst/Assoc or Assoc/Full Prof) in Late Medieval English History, aim will be for a start date in 2013 (or so the reference to the REF implies)
 * "Working within the Department of History, you will teach political and social history principally of Late Medieval England 1300-1500 in the tradition of K.B. McFarlane within the University’s current BA and MA programmes. Expertise in the records of national government, especially the inquisitions post mortem, is essential. Contributions will be made to the administration of the Department and its programmes. Preference may be given to candidates with particular expertise in the Wars of the Roses or the Hundred Years War. The post does require some evening teaching."
 * "As our ideal candidate, you will have a doctorate and have excellent publications actual or forthcoming to qualify for entry to the Research Excellence Framework 2014. You will have experience of teaching in higher education. The capacity to teach other aspects of medieval History English or European would be advantageous as is an interest in historical pedagogy. The ability to contribute to historical methodology teaching on both BA and MA programmes is essential as are excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively"
 * Deadline: 11 Aug. 2013
 * Intend to interview 23 Aug.

Wake Forest University (NC) - early modern

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Early Modern British History, to begin July 2014
 * PhD must be in hand by July 2014
 * "The teaching of the first half of a two-semester upper-level survey of British history, and an introductory-level World Civilizations course is required"
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2013
 * Intend to interview at the AHA
 * They ran this search two years ago and the person they hired has left already.  Also, see the Universities to Fear page for more on how that search went.
 * "Words cannot capture how poorly this place is run." seems to be the name of the game...

Washington and Lee University (VA) - British History c.1500-1850

 * Tenure track assistant professor of British History, c.1500-1850, to begin Sept. 2014
 * "The area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate must be prepared to teach a section of our introductory European Civilization survey, a two-term sequence on British history from the Middle Ages to the present, and courses in their area of expertise."
 * PhD must be in hand by Jun. 2014
 * NB: this is a readvertisement (see last year's advert) "applicants from last year’s search are encouraged to reapply."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2013
 * Search apparently failed quite spectacularly last year. Apply at your own risk, folks. Not a pretty scene.
 * Can you provide any further details or information as to what happened (sparing the names of the innocent, of course)?
 * [7 Jul.] Just a reminder: if this is a systematic problem with a University or Department (etc.) rather than something specific to this particular search committee, then it might be better placed on the Universities to fear page, where more people might see it. AFII (talk) 07:59, June 7, 2013 (UTC)
 * Ya, but job-specific issues are always placed below the posting. So, if someone knows ...

Cornell University - Asst or Assoc, 1500-1815

 * Tenure track assistant or associate professorship in French History (1500-1815), including specialists in the French Empire, to begin 1 July 2014
 * "Applicants must be strong in both research and teaching and have their Ph.D. in hand by July 2014"
 * Deadline: 1 Oct. 2013

New York University - Russian History since 1917

 * Tenure track assistant professor of Russian History since 1917, including the USSR and post-Soviet Russia.
 * Position is to begin September 1, 2014, pending budgetary and administrative approval.
 * Applicants should submit their materials on-line at http://history.fas.nyu.edu/page/employment, including a cover letter, a CV, and a writing sample such as a chapter of a dissertation, a chapter of a manuscript or book, or a research article, and the names of three referees.
 * Deadline 15 Oct. 2013.
 * Preliminary interviews will be held at the ASEEES convention in Boston in November.

University of Miami (FL) - [Open rank] Modern Russia, 1861-present

 * Tenure track assistant professor or tenured associate professor in Modern Russian history, 1861-present
 * "Candidates for Assistant Professor must have a Ph.D in hand by June 2014 and demonstrate significant promise as scholars and teachers. Candidates for Associate Professor are expected to have attained a national and international scholarly reputation and to show exceptional promise for future scholarly accomplishment."
 * "Please send a c.v., letter of application, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee, Modern Russian History Search, Department of History, P.O. Box 248107, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4662. Candidates may also submit application materials electronically to historysearch@miami.edu
 * Deadline: 10 Oct. 2013