Asian History 2011-12

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Last year's (2010-11) jobs

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Asian University for Women (Bangladesh) - South or East Asian History

 * Assistant/Associate Professor in Asian history, specialising in South Asian or East Asian History
 * "Applicants are welcome to indicate a specific area of interest or expertise, and individuals interested in teaching pre-modern history are particularly encouraged to apply"
 * Deadline: Open Until Filled

George Mason University - Globalist, India/Pacific Rim

 * The George Mason University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, invites applications for the following positions to begin Fall 2012. Candidates in fields in English will be considered along with candidates in other disciplines in the college.
 * Two openings for Assistant Professor/Tenure Track faculty with specialties on India and the Pacific Rim. Seeking candidates whose research puts the specific regions of specialization in a global perspective. Candidates may come from any relevant discipline in the humanities and social sciences. Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment and demonstrated accomplishment or promise as a regional expert with a global reach. For full details and to apply visit http://jobs.gmu.edu/. Pacific Rim specialists apply for position number F9511z; India specialists apply for position number F9509z.
 * Review of applications will begin October 17 and continue until the positions are filled.
 * George Mason is a university characterized by global vision, global presence, and global accomplishment in outreach, education and research. Recognized by the Institute for International Education for internationalizing the campus, and by the Princeton Review for its diversity, Mason takes innovative approaches to education that often combine the study of globalization with regionally focused courses and language studies. To learn more about the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at George Mason University visit http://chss.gmu.edu/.
 * Also posted at Comparative 2012 & Global Studies

University of Cincinnati - East or South Asian

 * Assistant Professor in East Asian OR South Asian History
 * East Asian "preferably Japan, but not excluding Korea or pre-20th century China", or any period of South Asian History.
 * Phd by 31 Jul. 2012
 * Deadline: 21 Nov. 2011.

University of Wisconsin, Madison - Transnational Asian History since 1500

 * Tenure track assistant professor of Transnational Asian History since 1500
 * "Candidates should demonstrate evidence of creativity and excellence in research dealing with transnational exchange or interaction among cultures, societies, regions or states within Asia. Possible realms of exchange include, but are not limited to, intellectual, religious, economic, environmental, military, or political relations."
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2010
 * 2011, not 2010...reworded from last year's "diasporas..." search... now it's "transnational asia..." hmm
 * This is a different search, the diaspora position was decided.

Virginia Tech - pre-20th c. European or Asian History

 * Assistant Professor, Pre-20th-Century Continental European or Asian History
 * The History Department and the interdisciplinary doctoral program ASPECT (Alliance for Social, Political, Ethical, and Cultural Thought) at Virginia Tech seek an innovative, theoretically engaged cultural or intellectual historian with research and teaching interests that focus on pre-twentieth-century Continental Europe or Asia and emphasize issues of race, gender, or ethnicity. Applicants whose research engages global/transnational perspectives, who are committed to using new media and emerging technologies in teaching and research, and who will contribute to one of the department's emerging areas of inquiry (Identity, Politics, and Power; Science, Technology, and the Environment; Knowledge Production and Transmission) are especially encouraged to apply. This position is part of a cluster hire in ASPECT (http://www.aspect.vt.edu), although the tenure home will be in the History Department (http://www.history.vt.edu).
 * The Carnegie Foundation classifies Virginia Tech as a university with “very high research activity.” The normal teaching load in the History Department is two courses per semester.
 * Candidates must apply on-line at https://listings.jobs.vt.edu (posting number 0110985) and upload a letter of application, CV, a short (1-2 pp.) research précis that stresses the applicant’s theoretical contributions, a short (1-2 pp.) statement of teaching philosophy that stresses the applicant’s ability to teach and mentor doctoral students in an interdisciplinary social theory/humanities program, and an article-length writing sample. Screening of applications begins on October 31, 2011. Please have three letters of recommendation sent to: History/ASPECT Search Committee; Virginia Tech Department of History (0117); Blacksburg, VA 24061. Search Chair: Mark Barrow, barrow[at]vt[dot]edu
 * Also posted at European History 2011-12

Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

 * 18-month (January 2012-June 2013) full-time Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor position in Pacific World/Asia-Pacific Studies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a broad, interdisciplinary perspective on interregional and Pacific Rim themes, with emphasis on Chinese or East Asian history.
 * Ph.D by time of appointment preferred. Teach courses in Pacific World/Asia-Pacific history as well as one course per semester in the College's General Studies program.
 * Teaching load is six four-hour courses per year.
 * Salary depends on qualifications. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of excellence in teaching.
 * Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Robert Gregg, Dean of Arts and Humanities, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, AA23, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205-9441.
 * Application review will begin July 25, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.

Appalachian State University

 * The Department of History at Appalachian State University invites applications for a tenure-track nine-month faculty position at the rank of assistant professor in East Asian History beginning August 2012.
 * The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, courses in General Education, World History, and East Asian History. Responsibilities also include student advisement, curriculum development, maintenance of an active program of scholarship, and participation in service activities.
 * Applicants must send a complete application consisting of a letter of application, a c.v., and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to: East Asian History Search Committee Chair, Appalachian State University, Department of History, Boone, NC 28608-2072. Electronic applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Augustana College

 * Tenure track assistant (exceptional associates considered) professor on Modern East Asian History
 * "Preference will be given to applicants with specialization in Chinese history; we particularly encourage candidates with language competence in Chinese and/or Japanese."
 * "Accordingly, applicants with experience living in East Asia will be preferred."
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2011

Centre College (Kentucky)

 * tenure track asst. prof. in World History with specialism in either East Asia or Latin America preferred
 * (Link goes to posting on World History 2011-12 page, to keep discussion in one place)
 * Deadline: 14 Oct. 2011

Eastern Connecticut State University

 * tenure-track Assistant Professor position in East Asian history to begin in August 2012. The period and area of specialization within East Asian history are open; but the successful candidate must be prepared to teach upper-division courses in modern Chinese and Japanese history
 * Interested applicants should send a letter of application, teaching philosophy, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Ann Higginbotham, Chair, Department of History, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226

Johns Hopkins University - East Asian Science & Technology

 * Bo Jung and Soon Young Kim Professorship in East Asian Science and Technology
 * "Rank is open and we encourage applications from scholars at all levels. At the Assistant Professor level, the position is tenure-track, and at the Associate Professor level or above, the position will carry tenure. Ph.D. required; junior scholars should complete all Ph.D. requirements by the summer of 2012."
 * Review begins: 15 Dec. 2011
 * [cross posted at Hist. Sci, Tech &amp; Med 2011-12]
 * same search as last year, see 2010-2011. Last year three of four to give talks were China specialists. Check out the previous history of this search going back to 2003.

Samford University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in East Asian History
 * "candidates must also have the ability to teach Chinese history"
 * PhD must be in hand before starting the appointment (August 2012)
 * Deadline: 14 Oct 2011

Skidmore College

 * tenure track assistant professorship in East Asian History
 * "Applicants must be able to offer courses on modern Japanese and modern Chinese history. Preference will be given to those who can also contribute to one or more of Skidmore's interdisciplinary programs, which in addition to Asian Studies, include International Affairs, Environmental Studies, Gender Studies, and our first-year seminar."
 * Deadline: 12 Dec. 2011

Texas Southern University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in East Asian History with a specialty in Chinese History
 * "Successful candidates should be able to teach World Civilization or U.S. History Survey courses"
 * Deadline: none stated (and note advert says position would start in 'fall 2011' - not clear if this is a typo)

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in East Asian history.
 * The Department of History at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs invites applications for a tenure-track position, at the assistant professor level, in East Asian History, with a specialty in China and/or Japan. Requirements include survey courses in Chinese and Japanese history, and specialized upper-division courses. The successful candidate must be able to teach graduate courses in East Asian history, and to participate in a multi-discipline Humanities program. PhD is required at the time of the appointment.
 * Submit a CV, letter of application, list of 3 references and unofficial transcript. The successful candidate will be required to submit an official transcript of his/her terminal degree.
 * Review of applications will begin 1 November 2011 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Apply here: http://www.jobsatcu.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=66280
 * Contact: Dr. Chris Hill, email: chillatuccsdotedu
 * Notes:
 * Semester-based teaching load is a 2/3 in the History Department
 * Another note: I am a recent hire in this department and my colleagues are great, the students are solid, I have time for my research, and it is genuinely a collegial environment. I'll check back for questions periodically.
 * UCCS is not a research institution as far as I know. It is more of commuter college.

Widener University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern East Asian History
 * "specialization in modern China is particularly desirable, to work with the Chongqing/Widener Culture & Study Program"
 * " Widener is a teaching institution with a 3/4 teaching load"
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011

Amherst College

 * Tenure track assistant professor in South Asian History
 * "We welcome applications from candidates who specialize in any period but who are prepared to teach courses in both pre-modern and modern South Asian history."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011

Binghampton University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in modern or early modern South Asian History
 * "In addition to contributing to the History Department's graduate and undergraduate programs, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Department of Asian and Asian American Studies"
 * Deadline: 1 Dec. 2011.

Colgate University

 * The History Department at Colgate University seeks a historian of South Asia at the Assistant Professor level, with teaching responsibilities beginning Fall Term 2012.


 * Send a letter of application, curriculum vita, and letters of recommendation via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/813


 * For full consideration apply by October 10, 2011, with phone or Skype interviews of leading candidates expected in early November and campus visits for finalists planned for later that month.

Columbia University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in Islamic South Asian History
 * "Applicants must have expertise in early modern and/or modern South Asian history, and a working knowledge of both Urdu and Persian. However, we invite applications from all periods and specializations."
 * PhD must be in hand by July 2012
 * Review of applications begins: 7 Sept. 2011

Fordham University

 * tenure track assistant professorship in the modern history of South Asia
 * Phd in hand by 1 Sept. 2012
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2011

University of British Columbia (Canada)

 * Tenure Track Assistant Professorship in South Asian History, any period from c.1200 CE to the modern period
 * "Candidates who work in areas connecting South Asia to the Indian Ocean or to other regions of the world are particularly encouraged to apply"
 * PhD must be in hand by 1 July 2012
 * Deadline: 1 Oct. 2011

University of Central Florida
===University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign===
 * Assistant Professor of Indian/South Asian History
 * Duties include conducting research and teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in modern Indian/South Asian history as well as providing service to the university. Position requires Ph.D. in History or a related field (foreign equivalent acceptable).
 * CVs must be sent to Dr. John Sacher, Department Chair, UCF History Department, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., CNH 551, Orlando, FL 32816-1350.
 * Application Deadline: September 12, 2011
 * Full-time tenure-track beginning assistant professor position with a target start date of August 16, 2012. The department welcomes applicants specializing in any period of South Asian history.
 * Please create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.eduand upload application materials through this system.
 * All materials must be submitted by the closing date of October 25, 2011.

University of Massachusettes - Amherst

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History or Economics
 * "The position requires expertise relating to work and labor relations seen through the lens of South Asia or the South Asian Diaspora. We seek a scholar who can teach about South Asian labor and its interconnections to the globalizing world in ways that capture the effect of these processes on the lives of workers, their families, and their communities and how they have shaped the process of globalization"
 * Deadline: 4 Nov. 2011
 * Intend to Interview at AHA

University of Notre Dame

 * Tenure-track position in South Asian history at the assistant professor level. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in history. We are especially interested in those whose research focuses on colonialism and nationalism in India and who can teach courses on pre-colonial and modern South Asian history, India-Pakistan relations, and nationalism in South Asia.
 * Review of applications will begin October 15, 2011. Candidates should send a letter of application, C.V. and a list of references to Patrick Griffin, Chair, Department of History, 219 O'Shaughnessy, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556.

University of Oregon

 * Tenure track assistant professor in South Asian History
 * PhD must be in-hand by time of appointment
 * Review of Applications begins: 15 Oct. 2011

Yale University

 * Tenure-track assistant professorship in South Asian history, to begin July 1, 2012.
 * Applications are invited from historians specializing in any period of South Asian history who have strong potential for achievement in scholarship, undergraduate and graduate teaching, and intellectual leadership.
 * Applications will be reviewed beginning September 1, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Send application letter, c.v., statement of research and teaching interests, a short (chapter or article length) writing sample, and three letters of reference to South Asian History Search, c/o Caryn Carson, Dept. of History, Yale University, P.O. Box 208324, New Haven, CT 06520. E-mail: [mailto:caryn.carson@yale.edu caryn.carson@yale.edu].
 * Update: 4 candidates shortlisted, 3 graduate students (Harvard and Princeton), one lecturer from UK

Hamilton College

 * Two-year teaching post-doctoral fellowship for a scholar in any discipline in the Humanities or Social Sciences working on Southeast Asia to begin July 1, 2012.
 * We are especially interested in interdisciplinary teaching and research. The applicant’s facility with an Asian language is assumed. Preference given to applicants who will have recently completed the dissertation by the time of appointment, but ABDs nearing completion will be considered. Applicants must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research and teaching.
 * The successful candidate will teach three courses during the academic year and be housed in a department of his or her discipline.
 * The annual stipend is $50,000 for the candidate with degree in hand and a $5,000 fund to support scholarship.
 * Send a letter of application, c.v., dissertation abstract (Dissertation Abstracts Online version), graduate transcripts, at least three letters of recommendation, and course syllabi or proposals to Professor Thomas Wilson, Southeast Asian Studies Search Committee Chair, Asian Studies Program, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Road, Clinton, NY, 13323 (asianpd1@hamilton.edu).
 * The deadline for applications is November 1, 2011.
 * Hamilton College (www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college located in the Mohawk Valley of upstate New York; for applicants with dual-career considerations, Hamilton participates in the regional Higher Education Recruitment Consortium, which posts additional area employment opportunities at www.upstatenyherc.org. Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.

Barnard College

 * tenure track "junior rank" position in pre-Modern Chinese civilzation and humanities
 * "Candidates should demonstrate a broad interest in the cultures and civilizations of East Asia; areas of specialization may include cultural history, religion, literature, or philosophy."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011

Bowdoin College

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Chinese History "with a research focus on any area of pre modern history up to and including the late imperial period.".
 * "The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester, advise students, and supervise independent studies in pre-modern and modern Chinese history."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011

College of William and Mary

 * The Department of History at The College of William & Mary invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in Chinese history (field/period open) to begin August 2012.
 * Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. The requirements for teaching are two courses per semester, including East Asian surveys, freshman seminars and upper division courses in Chinese history, and occasional graduate seminars in comparative/transnational history; ability to teach global history would be an asset.
 * The successful applicant is also expected to contribute to the Asian and Middle Eastern Studies program. To apply, submit your letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references via William & Mary’s online recruitment system at http://jobs.wm.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2011.

National University of Singapore

 * tenure track assistant, associate or full professor in the history of Imperial China
 * Deadline: 20 Nov. 2011

Newcastle University (UK)

 * Lecturer (tenured) in Modern Chinese History; open specialism
 * SHORT Deadline: 16 Oct. 2011

Ohio University

 * Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in East Asian History, with a specialization in twentieth-century China. Applicants must have the requisite language skills, a strong record of research, and an agenda for future scholarly achievement. We seek a candidate able to teach upper-division courses in both Chinese and Japanese history as well as survey courses on East Asia, broadly conceived, and World History. The ability to teach the history of Southeast Asia is desirable but is not a requirement. The successful candidate must also be able to teach and advise students in our MA and PhD programs.
 * Ph.D. required by September 2012. We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
 * To Apply: Online quick application required. Please use this link to view the posting details and apply online: http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/522
 * Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 10/14/2011.

Harvard University

 * Tenure track assistant/associate professor in Modern Chinese History
 * "...with strong preference for the period from 1911 to the present"
 * Deadline: 31 Oct. 2011

Tufts University

 * Tenure-track position in Chinese history at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the Fall 2012 semester. Specialists in all periods are welcome to apply. Candidates will be expected to teach two courses per semester, including surveys of pre-modern and modern periods (flexibly defined) in addition to specialized courses.
 * Send letter of application, CV, writing sample, and have three letters of reference sent directly to: Prof. Gary Leupp, Department of History, Tufts University, Medford, MA 02155 (gleupp@tufts.edu with copy to annette.lazzara@tufts.edu). Review of applications begins October 14, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.

UC Davis

 * The Department of History at the University of California, Davis, seeks to hire an historian of Late Imperial or Republican China with research interests in social, cultural, and/or gender history. Ability to teach a broad range of courses covering Late Imperial and 20th century China is essential; ability to teach a modern World History course is desirable. The appointment will be made at the assistant professor level.
 * Applicants must complete the PhD by time of appointment. The deadline for submission of application and letters of recommendation is October 15 or until the position is filled. Applications will only be accepted online at http://his.facultysearch.ucdavis.edu

University of Chicago

 * tenure track assistant or tenured associate professor in 20th century Chinese History
 * "The area of specialization is open, although the Department encourages candidates to apply who are working on politics, culture, science or technology."
 * Deadline: 15 Jan 2012

University of Michigan-Dearborn

 * Assistant Professor of Chinese and World History. Full time (6 courses per year), effective 9/1/2012.
 * Preferred candidate should have a research specialization in Chinese History (period open) and be able to offer courses in Chinese history, East Asian history and contribute to our World History survey sequence.
 * Applications should be received by November 1st, 2011 to ensure full consideration.

University of Wisconsin, Madison

 * Tenure track assistant professor of Chinese History since 1911
 * "We are particularly interested in candidates who will actively develop our East Asian history program and contribute to departmental and campus strengths in interdisciplinary and thematic research."
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011
 * They intend to interview at the AHA
 * Isn't this a repeat search of two years ago (same job description as I recall?) What happened with that?
 * offer made but was declined.

Australia National University

 * Lecturer in Contemporary Indian History and Politics
 * "Applications from scholars holding a PhD in any relevant field of post-1947 Indian history or politics would be welcomed. The successful candidate will have a fluent command of a modern Indian language, and will be expected to support our Hindi-Urdu language teaching programs"
 * Strong publication record required
 * Deadline: 20 Sept. 2011

McGill University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Japanese History
 * This is "a joint appointment in the Department of History and Classical Studies and the Department of East Asian Studies, commencing August 1, 2012. The candidate will have an active and innovative research program, and will be expected to teach courses in both departments at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels. This includes introductory courses in East Asian history and in modern Japanese history, and courses within the candidate's area of specialization. Ph.D. expected at time of appointment; teaching experience preferred. McGill University is an English language institution, but knowledge of French would be considered an asset."
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2011
 * NB: "All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority"

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

 * Tenure track asst. prof. or tenure-eligible assoc. prof. in Modern Japanese History
 * PhD by start of post (August 2012).
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011\

Towson University

 * Full time, tenure-track assistant professorship in modern Japanese history.
 * Teaching load is 3/3 during the first three years, based on balance of assignments thereafter
 * Electronic applications only. Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, course syllabi, graduate school transcripts, and a writing sample (article or dissertation chapter) to [mailto:Japanhistory2011@towson.edu Japanhistory2011@towson.edu ]. Please direct any inquiries to the same email address. The application review process will begin in September and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Upon submitting your Curriculum Vitae to indicate you are an applicant for this position, please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp to complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form. The information you provide will inform the university's affirmative action plan and is for statistical purposes only and shall not be used to illegally discriminate for or against anyone.

Johns Hopkins University - Postdoc in Japanese History

 * Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in East Asian Studies for two fellows, who will be appointed to a one-year term renewable for a second year, beginning July 1, 2013
 * One position requires a specialization in early modern or modern Japanese history, the other in East Asian humanities, including social or cultural anthropology, art history, literature, or philosophy. The fellowship period will be for two years, from fall 2012 until spring 2014.
 * Fellows will teach one course each semester and are also expected to pursue research that will make a significant contribution to the field of East Asian studies. Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. (received between January 1, 2009 and June 30, 2012). Application deadline: January 15, 2012
 * To apply, send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a dissertation outline or writing sample, and a sample course syllabus to EAS Coordinator Tyree Powell at [mailto:tyree@jhu.edu tyree@jhu.edu ]. Please also ask three referees to send letters of recommendation to Mr. Powell.
 * Also posted at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2011-12