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Brigham Young University (USA:UT) - Pre-Modern Non-Western [Open Rank]

 * Continuing faculty status (BYU equivalent of “tenure”) track or visiting faculty appointment in Pre-Modern Non-Western World History, to begins Aug. 2020
 * Applications are welcome from candidates in all fields of pre-modern, non-Western world history. Scholars working on south or southeast Asia, or the middle east/western Asia, are especially encouraged to apply
 * PhD required by employment start date.
 * Teaching: will include World Civilizations before 1500, courses in field of specialization, and other service and core courses in history.
 * Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
 * Applicants must apply on-line https://yjobs.byu.edu and attach current curriculum vitae, letter of application, two writing samples, transcript(s), recent teaching evaluations. Please include contact information for three references on the faculty application; they may be contacted to submit their letters of reference electronically.
 * Deadline: 1 Oct. 2019

City University of London (UK:Eng) - Modern International w/Global South

 * Lectureship (~tenured asst/assoc prof) in Modern International History,
 * The successful candidate will have a world-leading or internationally excellent research record in the history of the Global South.
 * For an informal discussion, please contact Dina Fainberg 0207 040 0488 or by email Dina.Fainberg@city.ac.uk
 * Deadline: 6 Oct. 2019
 * Intend to interview 10 Dec. 2019

Georgian Court University (USA:NJ)

 * tenure-track assistant professor in World History with a primary field in World History; or in the history of Asia, Latin America, or Middle East; or in the history of modern Europe (1500-1900), beginning Spring 2020
 * Founded in 1908 and sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy,
 * Teaching Load: 4/4 Including the two-semester World History survey and a willingness and ability to teach a broad range of courses
 * A PhD in history is required by the start of the appointment; ABDs close to completion may be considered
 * Please include with your application a CV, cover letter (detailing your major/minor fields, research interests, qualifications to teach a broad range of undergraduate courses, and teaching experience and philosophy), unofficial transcripts, 2 sample syllabi, evidence of potential teaching excellence at the college/university level.
 * Deadline: 5 Aug. 2019
 * Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Skype, FaceTime, or telephone; finalists will be invited to campus.
 * [15 Aug] I have been contacted for a skype interview

Rhodes College (USA:TN) - Medieval Mediterranean/Global Middle Ages

 * Tenure-track assistant professor position in the history of the Global Middle Ages and/or Medieval Mediterranean world to begin Fall 2020.
 * Candidates at the associate professor level will also be considered.
 * Candidates must have a Ph.D. in History, Medieval Studies, or a relevant area-studies program with a strong historical focus.
 * We are particularly interested in candidates whose teaching and research interests are trans-regional/cultural and interdisciplinary in nature and could contribute to at least one of the following areas: the history of medicine and/or science; migration or frontier studies; Africana Studies; Gender and Sexuality Studies; Jewish, Islamic, and Middle Eastern Studies; Environmental Studies and Sciences; digital history; or public history
 * Teaching Load: 5 courses/year "The successful candidate will also be expected to teach in the College’s interdisciplinary humanities program and the first year writing seminar"
 * Please apply online at jobs.rhodes.edu. A complete application will include 1) a cover letter that addresses the strengths the candidate will bring as a teacher and scholar to a liberal arts college environment; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) the names and contact information for three references; 4) a separate statement that addresses how the candidate’s experiences with teaching, scholarship, and/or service will contribute to a college community that includes a commitment to diversity and inclusion as one of its core values.
 * Review begins: 7 Oct 2019 and continues until position filled.

University of Dallas, Irving (USA:TX)

 * Assistant, tenure-track, professor of Ancient/Mediterranean World History, with the ability to teach courses in Western Civilization I and II
 * The department needs courses such as Ancient Greece/Hellenistic World, Roman Republic/Empire, Late Antique World, or Mediterranean World and an ability to diversify the department’s offerings in other ways (eg., late medieval, Renaissance, and Reformation) is welcome
 * Ph.D. is required by the position start date of August 2020.
 * Teaching Load: 3/3
 * Applications for the position should be made online at https://hr.udallas.edu/apply/ and must include a cover letter indicating your interest in the position, your qualifications, and your research interests; a curriculum vitae; and a statement on teaching in light of the mission of UD (http://www.udallas.edu/about/mission.php) and the history department. Please also include evaluations of your teaching if you have them. Three letters of reference and writing samples are not required at this stage but may be requested later. Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Kelly Gibson, Search Committee Chair, kgibson@udallas.edu
 * Review begins 7 October, 2019.
 * Cross-posted to European History 2019-20

University of Strathclyde (UK:Scot) - [Senior Hire] International History (post-1600)

 * Professor/Reader (~full prof ++) in International History (post-1600)
 * The School of Humanities wishes to appoint a Chair in International History (post-1600) within one of the following areas: Scotland and the World, The Americas, Non-European Global History
 * The successful candidate will be able to contribute to one or more of History’s key areas of strength in research and teaching, which include Diplomatic History, International Relations, Oral History, Gender History, Colonial and Postcolonial Studies, and the History of Science, Medicine and Technology. The Scottish Oral History Centre and the Centre for the Social History of Health and Healthcare are based in Humanities, and History contributes to interdisciplinary work in the School and Faculty on Gender Studies, Literature and History, and Diplomacy and International Security.
 * We would love to hear from you if you have an internationally recognised research portfolio in this area, are publishing in leading international journals, are actively pursuing funding whilst building impactful collaborative links with industrial and business partners and if you have a passion for leading on teaching and learning. In keeping with our commitment to equality and diversity, we encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those who can support our Athena SWAN activity, which inspires the advancement and representation of women in higher education.
 * For further details and to apply to be a ‘Strathclyder’ in History, impress us with your research plan here.
 * Deadline: 6 Oct. 2019

University of Toronto, Scarborough (CAN) - Transnational pref. Global South

 * Full time tenure-stream assistant professorship in Transnational History, to begin 1 Jul. 2020
 * Applicants must have a Ph.D. in History or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter and demonstrate a considered engagement with transnational history both conceptually and methodologically.
 * Regional and period specialization are open, but a significant element of the applicants’ current and future research must focus on transnational dynamics and phenomena beyond the Global North, with evident attention to relevant archives and, when appropriate, vernacular languages. The successful candidate’s research and teaching interests will complement our department’s strength in the study of mobilities of people, objects, ideas, and practices within and across imperial formations, and will share our commitment to non-Eurocentric, decolonial pedagogy. Candidates must be prepared to teach both historical surveys (thematic, period-specific, and/or regional) and more specialized undergraduate and graduate courses - either interdisciplinary or discipline-based that fit our curricular needs. Demonstrated ability to contribute meaningfully to more than one of our programs in African Studies, Classical Studies, Food Studies, Global Asia Studies, and Women and Gender Studies is a plus. Special consideration will be given to scholars who bring critical and interdisciplinary methods, grounded in archival research, to the study of gender and/or migration.
 * Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through a teaching dossier consisting of a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and the teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. Candidates are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, demonstrated through the application materials.
 * All application materials should be submitted online at http://uoft.me/academicopportunities (Job#1903614). Applications must include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, a research statement that explicitly addresses the candidate’s understanding of transnational history, a writing sample (up to 25 pages, single spaced), and a teaching dossier (including a teaching statement, two sample syllabi of relevant courses, as well as evidence of teaching strength from recent courses taught).Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1‐2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. All application materials should be combined into a single PDF/MS Word file and submitted online. Applicants must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead and signed) to transnational-history@utsc.utoronto.ca by the closing date.Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Further inquiries about the position can be directed to Prof. E. Natalie Rothman, Chair at hcschair@utsc.utoronto.ca.
 * Deadline (inc. for references): 31 Oct. 2019

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Rutgers University - Camden (USA:NJ) - Ancient World

 * Assistant Professor of Ancient World History (prior to 1000 A.D.), with a specialization in Africa, the Middle East, and/or the Mediterranean world, broadly defined, with ability to teach survey courses in Greece and Rome
 * Ideal candidates will demonstrate effectiveness in teaching a diverse student body
 * Applicants with expertise in digital studies are particularly encouraged to apply
 * PhD must be in hand at the time of appointment (September 2020)
 * Rutgers-Camden is part of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey: the successful applicant will teach a 2/2 load, be held to standards for tenure and promotion that are uniform on all three Rutgers campuses, and enjoy full access to an AAU and R1 library
 * To apply, submit a letter of application addressed to search committee co-chairs Wayne Glasker and Wendy Woloson, along with C.V., three signed letters of recommendation, an article or chapter-length writing sample, and a brief statement on teaching philosophy using the Rutgers University portal at https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/101848
 * Deadline: November 15; review will begin immediately after and we will acknowledge all applications

LaGrange College (USA:GA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Atlantic World History, beginning Aug. 2020
 * Area of specialization is open, but candidates will be expected to teach departmental survey courses as well as upper division undergraduate courses in the field. Training in public history is a plus as is the ability to offer a course in African history and/or Latin American history.
 * PhD must be in hand by 1 Aug. 2020
 * Teaching Load: 3/1/4
 * Affiliated with the United Methodist Church
 * To be considered for this position please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and teaching portfolio electronically via the posting at www.jobs.lagrange.edu.
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2019

Dartmouth College (USA:NH)

 * Assistant professor in the history of the Pre-modern and Early Modern Islamic World, to start July 1, 2020
 * Seeking a historian of the Pre-modern or Early Modern Islamic world "whose primary research fields are in any region or any period prior to 1800. The successful candidate must show promise of outstanding scholarly achievement and a commitment to classroom teaching at the undergraduate level. Teaching assignments will involve introductory as well as more specialized courses."
 * Ph.D. in History or a related field is required by the start date of the appointment (July 1, 2020)
 * Teaching load is 2/2 on the quarter system
 * "We are especially interested in applicants who are able to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds, including but not limited to: racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals who identify with LGBTQ+ communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from lower income backgrounds, and/or first generation college graduates. Applicants should state in their cover letter how their teaching, research, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth’s commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion."
 * Apply via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/67533.  The application should include a letter of application, a curriculum vita, three letters of reference, and a writing sample.
 * Materials should be submitted by October 11, 2019 in order to receive full consideration.

State University of New York - Geneseo (USA:NY) - before 1800

 * tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a focus on the history of the Islamic World before 1800 to begin August 2020.
 * PhD in History conferred by August 2020
 * History faculty typically teach four-credit courses, alternating between a 2-2 and 2-3 load.
 * Our priority is teaching excellence. We seek someone with a strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts setting and who is prepared to teach both introductory courses and advanced courses in their area of expertise.
 * Contact Dr. Michael Oberg, oberg@geneseo.edu
 * Deadline: not stated in ad [ad expires 15 Nov.]

University of Texas at San Antonio (USA:TX)

 * Assistant Professor position in the history of the Islamic world, to begin in Fall 2020
 * Specialization may be in any period or region of the Islamic world and/or Muslim communities elsewhere in the work including the Americas, Africa, and the Black Diapora. We seek candidates whose research and teaching contribute to the department theme of "Empires, States and Borders." Experience in digital humanities and public history in especially welcomed.
 * Applicants must have completed the PhD. by the start of the appointment.
 * Teaching Load: 2/2
 * complete application must include 1.) a letter of application that addresses your interest in and qualifications for the position; 2.) a current curriculum vitae; 3.) a short personal statement on research, teaching, and discussion of the role diversity and inclusion plays in an academic environment (1-2pages); and 4.) a sample syllabus for an introductory survey course on Islamic History. At a later stage in the search process you will be asked to submit three latters of reference and a writing sample.
 * Review begins: 14 Oct 2019

University of North Carolina, Wilmington (USA:NC)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of the ancient Mediterranean world for an initial appointment beginning August 2020.
 * All sub-fields, specializations, and chronologies within this field are welcome, provided the candidate has demonstrated capacity to teach courses in classical and ancient Mediterranean history.
 * Candidates must have the Ph.D. in History or related field in hand at the start of employment.
 * Candidates should be prepared to teach lower-division Western Civilization surveys as well as upper division and graduate courses in ancient history.
 * To apply please complete the online application process available at https://jobs.uncw.edu/ In addition please have three letters of reference sent electronically to Meaghan Wright at wrightm@uncw.edu.
 * For full consideration: 15 Nov. 2019

University of Utah, Salt Lake City (USA:UT)

 * Assistant professor in the history of the Ancient Mediterranean World.
 * Seeking candidates "whose research focuses on the environment, science, medicine, and/or technology; who use digital humanities methodologies; and/or whose scholarship has the potential to reach beyond the Humanities to make connections with the university’s professional schools or programs in the social, behavioral, and physical sciences."
 * "Strong commitment to research and to research-informed teaching at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, including upper-division courses on the history of both the Ancient Greek and Roman worlds and Western Civilization to 1300, as well as to contribute to the teaching of an undergraduate course in historical methodology."
 * PhD in hand by 1 July 2020 preferred.
 * Apply online at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/96654. Application should include a "1-2 page statement addressing contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. This is the 'Applicant Document Other.'"
 * Applications should be submitted online by 25 October 2019.

California State University, Long Beach (USA:CA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern World History, to begin 17 Aug. 2020
 * Ph.D. in History with specialization in Modern World history, with an emphasis in either the African Diaspora, the Islamicate, or South Asia must be in hand by 1 Aug. 2020
 * teaching: teach and develop courses in Modern World history at the Bachelor’s and the Master’s levels. Advise and mentor students, including the supervision of Master’s students taking comprehensive exams and those writing a thesis.
 * How to Apply - Required Documentation: An Equity and Diversity Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: http://www.csulb.edu/EquityDiversityStatement ; Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications; CV (including current email address); Names and contact information for three references; Copy of transcript from institution awarding highest degree; Copies of writing samples; Copies of teaching evaluations from various course levels; Finalists will also be required to submit the following: A signed SC-1 form, Three current letters of recommendation independently provided by references, and An official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available) Applicants should apply and submit all required documentation electronically through: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/13760
 * Upon request, finalists will be required to submit original, official documents, as noted in the required documentation section.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2019, position open until filled

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 * Una plaza para Profesor Investigador Titular, especializado en historia global, transnacional y/o comparada.
 * Deberá involucrarse en la docencia de la Maestría en Historia Internacional (http://mhi.cide.edu/) y del Doctorado en Historia Aplicada (www.cide.edu/programa/dha/), de recién creación.
 * Los interesados deberán contar con (i) el grado de doctor antes del 1 de septiembre de 2019; (ii) experiencia de publicación en revistas o editoriales arbitradas; y (iii) experiencia docente.
 * Los interesados deberán enviar en formato PDF una carta de postulación (que incluya tanto los planes de investigación como de docencia que desarrollarían en el CIDE); currículum vitae; una muestra reciente de trabajo escrito que puede consistir en un artículo publicado o en prensa, un capítulo de libro, o un capítulo de la tesis doctoral; el temario de un curso de maestría; y tres cartas de recomendación. Correo electrónico: [mailto:adriana.vazquez@cide.edu adriana.vazquez@cide.edu]
 * Fecha límite: 4 Nov. 2019

Cornell College (USA:IA) - Modern Europe + transnational

 * Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in the fields of modern European and transnational, global, or world history.
 * See full posting (link above) at European History 2019-20