African/Middle East History 2011-12

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Arizona State University - African Diaspora / Afro-Atlantic

 * Tenure-track assistant professorship in history, to begin Fall 2012, in the field of slavery, Afro-Atlantic history, and/or the African Diaspora in the Atlantic World. Period of research: between 1500 and 1900. We are especially interested in candidates in history and related fields whose research focuses on the Atlantic slave trade and have geographical expertise in one or more of the following regions: North or South America, the Caribbean, and Africa.
 * Please reference position #9928 in your application. Search deadline: November 21, or if not filled, every Monday thereafter until search is closed. Please visit our website at http://newcollege.asu.edu/jobs/. Preliminary screenings will be conducted at the 2012 annual meeting of the American Historical Association in Chicago.
 * Also posted at World/Global History 2011-12 & African American Studies 2012

Binghamton University - Ottoman Empire

 * Assistant or associate professorship in the History of the Ottoman Empire
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011

Bridgewater State College (MA) - Sub-Saharan OR South Asian

 * tenure-track assistant professorship in sub-Saharan or South Asian history, to begin fall 2012.
 * Job Close Date: 12-01-2011
 * Link to online application: http://jobs.bridgew.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54271
 * Also posted at Asian History 2011-12

Clayton State University - Middle Eastern and/or African

 * tenure track assistant professorship in Middle Eastern and/or African HIstory
 * Desireable qualifications: minor field in geography; and/or women's studies
 * Review begins: 14 Nov. 2011

George Washington University - African Diaspora in Atlantic World

 * The History Department and the Africana Studies Program of the George Washington University invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in history, to begin Fall 2012, in the field of Afro-Atlantic history, the African Diaspora in the Atlantic World. Period of research should fall between 1500 and 1900.


 * We are especially interested in candidates in history and related fields whose research focuses on the world created by the Atlantic slave trade and geographical expertise in one or more of the following regions: North or South America, the Caribbean and West Africa. Teaching would include an introduction to the Black Atlantic and more specialized graduate and undergraduate courses related to individual research interests. Interdisciplinary scholarship and transnational approaches are welcome.


 * How to Apply: Applicants should send a cover letter, c.v., three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample to Afro-Atlantic Search, Department of History, 801 22nd Street NW (Suite 335), The George Washington University, Washington, DC 20052. Only complete applications will be considered. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. We will interview at the AHA Convention.


 * Also posted at African American Studies 2012 & World/Global History 2011-12

Kansas State University

 * Tenure track position in the history of the modern Middle Eastern/North African History
 * "Teaching responsibilities (commensurate with high research expectation) will include world history survey, upper-level undergraduate courses in middle eastern history, and graduate courses on the Middle East in an interdisciplinary Security Studies program."
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011
 * Kansas State already has a Middle Eastern historian. Is this an inside candidate?
 * No. Al-Salim has resigned his position. Faculty won't say why.
 * I've heard the same thing through the rumor mill.

University of Cincinnati-- Islamic World, Pre-1800

 * The Department of History at the University of Cincinnati seeks an historian trained in the pre-modern, medieval, or early modern history of the Islamic world or any portion thereof for a tenure-track position. The candidate should expect to participate in teaching Islamic world and regional surveys as well as upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in his/her specialty. The ability to teach comparative, thematically oriented courses is also welcome.
 * Teaching load: 2-2
 * Significant supplemental support for faculty research is available through the university's Charles Phelps Taft Research Center
 * PhD by 31 Jul. 2012
 * Deadline: 21 Nov. 2011.
 * Cross-posted under World/Islamic history 2011-12 and Asia (not country/region specific or Mixed specialty)

University of Puget Sound

 * Assistant Professor of African or Middle Eastern History
 * ​Research specialization in African or Middle Eastern History (all periods considered, excluding ancient). Candidates whose teaching explores encounters between Africa or the Middle East and Europe are particularly encouraged to apply. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education. The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. (ABD considered).
 * ​Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit application materials no later than November 15, 2011 to ensure consideration. For complete job description and application instructions, visit: http://apptrkr.com/202748

University of Virginia

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Middle Eastern/North African HIstory 15th - 19th C
 * Review begins: 4 Nov. 2011
 * Intend to interview at MESA.
 * I was invited to apply by the head of the committee in the beginning of October. My speciality is Early Islamic Thought.

Radford University - Islamic World

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the Islamic World "with subfields in Middle East and\or SubSaharan Africa preferred"
 * Review begins immediately (27 Sept. 2011) and is open until filled.
 * Cross-posted at World/Global History_2011-12

American University in Cairo

 * Assistant/Associate Professor of African History
 * "All periods and specializations are welcome; no geographical restrictions, but a strong research program and an ability to teach introductory as well as upper division undergraduate courses are an asset. The department is eager to review applications of individuals with demonstrated excellence in teaching, and an interest in living and working in the Middle East"
 * Send Letter of Interest, CV, Writing Sample, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and Names and Contact Information for Three References
 * SHORT Deadline: Oct. 15 2011
 * Applicants please note: AUC is an EXTREMELY problematic institution in a troubled country that is becoming more dangerous by the day. In my experience there its administration showed a callous disrespect and indeed an unconcealed contempt for the rights of its faculty, the dignity of its employees, and the needs of its students. The incompetence and neglect extend even into such basic areas as public health, privacy, and physical safety, to say nothing of shockingly low standards of collegiality and professional ethics. Its distant new campus, accessible by a long and painful commute, is a monument of Pharaonic proportions to poor leadership in higher education. I happily left for a much better and far more rewarding career path, but I still regard accepting my own position at AUC as the worst decision of my life. I would strongly discourage anyone from considering employment there.
 * ^^^Poster above might also want to add this account to Universities to fear (including dates for time there).

College of Charleston

 * Assistant Professor of History
 * To teach courses in pre-colonial, modern African History, and History general education.
 * Deadline: not stated - send resume to Dr. Richard Bodek, Professor and Chair, Department of History (Job #1110)
 * Has anyone heard anything from or about this position? (10/20)

Creighton University - Sub-Saharan African

 * Tenure-track assistant professor to begin August 2012. Sub-Saharan African history specialist (with secondary competence in African American history or related field preferred).
 * Review of applications will begin 1 December 2011.
 * Initial applications include a cover letter, current CV, and graduate school transcripts. Initial applications must be submitted electronically at https://careers.creighton.edu . (Original copies will be required prior to a campus visit). In addition, please mail three letters of recommendation directly to Dr. John Calvert, Chair of the African Search, Dept of History, Creighton University, 2500 California Plz, Omaha, NE, 68178.

Denison University - Sub-Saharan African

 * The History Department at Denison University, a highly selective liberal arts college, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Sub-Saharan African history with any area of specialization. Teaching responsibilities in a 3/2 load include a two-semester introductory course sequence in African history and upper-level courses in African history in the candidate's areas of expertise. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred; minimum requirement is Ph.D. completed by appointment at the assistant professor level on August 27, 2012.
 * Interviews will be conducted at the meeting of the African Studies Association in Washington, D.C., November 17-20, 2011. Applications must be submitted by October 14, 2011, and must include a letter of application, C.V., sample syllabi, an article-length writing sample, an unofficial transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation.
 * Denison hired an Africanist two years ago, did that person leave?
 * Yes.
 * anyone know what her or his field was?

Georgia Gwinnett University - Sub-Saharan

 * Open rank position in Sub Saharan African History
 * "The successful candidates will be expected to teach the world history and/or US history survey courses as well as courses within their specialties. "
 * Review begins immediately [25 Oct]

Georgia Gwinnett University - African Diaspora/Caribbean

 * Open rank position in Sub Saharan African History
 * "The successful candidates will be expected to teach the world history and/or US history survey courses as well as courses within their specialties. "
 * Review begins immediately [25 Oct]

Johns Hopkins University

 * The Johns Hopkins University, Assistant/Associate Professor of African History. The Johns Hopkins University Department of History seeks a full-time tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor of African History, region open, beginning July 1, 2012. Period flexible, but late nineteenth into the twentieth century is preferred. We favor candidates whose research makes broad intellectual connections and/or spans regions. Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
 * Please submit a cover letter, c.v., three letters of recommendation, research statement and writing sample by October 21 to: African History Search, Department of History, 301 Gilman Hall, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, 21218.

Lehigh University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of West Africa and the African Diaspora with a focus on late 15th – 19th C to begin in the fall of 2012 at Lehigh University, a highly selective residential research institution.
 * Position is affiliated with the rapidly growing Africana Studies Program and the History Department and features a 2/2 teaching load with responsibilities of instructing and advising undergraduates as well as contributing to the vibrant graduate (PhD) program in Atlantic World history.
 * Applicants are expected to be able to teach courses on the African Diaspora, its relationship to the New World and the impact and experiences of Africans in Americas.
 * Review beings November 1, 2011

Morgan State University

 * Assistant or Associate Professor of history to teach courses in African History and the history of the African Diaspora. Area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to specialists in east, central or southern Africa, and/or those with expertise in pre-colonial Africa.
 * For best consideration, applications should be received by December 1, 2011
 * Interviews will be held at the AHA convention in January, 2012.

Roanoke College

 * Tenure track assistant professor in African History
 * "Area of specialization is open. In addition to courses in African history, the successful candidate should also expect to teach courses in Intellectual Inquiry— the College’s new core curriculum—and in World history, and to play a leading role in the College’s Africana Studies concentration."
 * Review begins: 1 Dec. 2011
 * Intend to interview at the AHA

Smith College, MA

 * TT Assistant Professor in Sub-Saharan African History
 * "preference will be given to historians who incorporate cross-regional comparative perspectives in their work"
 * PhD must be in hand by Sept. 2012
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011

Southern Methodist University

 * Tenure track appointment as Assistant Professor beginning fall 2012.
 * seeking "specialist in African history with teaching interests in Human Rights. We will consider all time periods and research interests."
 * To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be postmarked by November 1, 2011. However, the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

University of Florida

 * Tenure Track assistant professor with a specialty in Sub-Saharan Africa
 * "Regional specialization and time period are open."
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2011

University of Georgia

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of East Africa
 * "Special consideration will be given to candidates who share research interests with members of the History Department in areas such as the history of imperialism, capitalism, slavery, race, gender or Islam"
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011
 * Intend to interview at the ASA

University of Massachusettes, Boston - Sub-Saharan

 * Tenure track assistant professorhip in 19th - 21st C Sub-Saharan Africa
 * "Area of specialization is open. We are also favorable to candidates whose interests include the Atlantic World."
 * Deadline: [postmark] 1 Dec. 2011

University of Massachusettes - Boston - African Diaspora

 * Tenure track assistant professorship OR tenured associate professorship in African and African Diaspora History
 * Review begins: 1 Dec. 2011

University of Missouri

 * The Department of History at the University of Missouri, Columbia, the flagship campus of the University of Missouri system and a Carnegie Doctoral Extensive institution, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in African History to begin Fall 2012.
 * The successful candidate must have Ph.D. in hand by the start of the appointment. All periods and specializations are welcome; no geographical restrictions, but a strong research program and an ability to teach undergraduate courses, including a regularly offered two-semester survey in African history, are required.
 * The teaching load is two three-credit courses per semester.
 * Please submit letter of application describing research and teaching interests, and c.v. online at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic . These items should be attached in the Cover Letters and Attachments section of the application system.
 * Three reference letters are required and may be sent electronically to lockwoodm@missouri.edu or in hard copy to African History Search Committee, 101 Read Hall, Columbia, MO 65211-7500.
 * The application deadline is September 30, 2011. The University of Missouri is an EO/AA/ADA employer.
 * 10/14/11- request for more materials X2
 * Above poster: congrats! How did they contact you, and what did they want? Are you ABD or Ph.D.?
 * They contacted me by email. I am ABD. They wanted all of my dissertation materials to date.
 * this was the job that two people turned down last year. any insights as to why?
 * great job, great faculty, great resources, great staff. can't say enough good things about the process and the job . . . came down to a few personal factors.

University of Northern Colorado

 * Assistant or Associate Professorship in African History, specialty open
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2011
 * We are having some difficulties with our website; will be up soon (10/26).
 * Website difficulties resolved.

University of Oklahoma, Norman

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Sub-Saharan African History
 * "Regional, subject, and chronological specializations are open, but preference may be given to candidates whose research and teaching interests complement the department's existing graduate strengths in environmental, borderlands, and ethnohistory."
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2011
 * Intend to interview at AHA
 * HARDCOPY submissions only.

University of Wisconsin, Madison

 * Tenure track assistant professor in Sub-Saharan African History
 * "Research interests may be in any sub-field, with preference given to West Africa"
 * Deadline 1 Nov. 2011
 * They intend to interview at the AHA

California State University - Chico

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Islam/History of the Middle East
 * PhD in History, Religious Studies, Area Studies, or related areas, "Also required are: broad preparation in History of the Middle East and Islam; evidence of or promise as an exceptional undergraduate teacher, especially in mid- to large size General Education lecture and discussion courses; evidence of or promise as an exceptional researcher/writer; and advanced reading knowledge of Arabic."
 * Review begins: 28 Nov. 2011

Coastal Carolina University - Modern Middle East

 * Tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of History of the Modern Middle East broadly defined.
 * The teaching load is 7 classes over the course of a 12 month academic year, and includes limited opportunities for periodically teaching evening, weekend, study-abroad, summer and distance-learning courses.
 * Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu. Completed applications are due December 1, 2011. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The committee will conduct preliminary telephone interviews in early December 2011.

College of William and Mary - Modern Middle East History

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the History of the Middle East since 1600
 * "...specializing in any region from Morocco to Iran, excluding Anatolia...Applicants are expected to hold the Ph.D. by the time of appointment and have competency in at least one Middle Eastern language. Ability to teach Modern Middle Eastern History and Global History required. The successful applicant will also be expected to teach occasional graduate seminarsin comparative/transnational history."
 * Review begins: 1 Oct. 2011
 * requested addtional materials from a "list of candidates." (x4)

Brandeis University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern Middle Eastern History
 * "Applicants must have training, linguistic expertise, and research interests in the history of the Modern Middle East; specialization in Iran preferred but not required"
 * Deadline: 14 Oct. 2011

Cornell University- Assistant Professor, Muslim World

 * The Cornell University Department of History seeks a historian of the Muslim World from North Africa to Central and South Asia, any period, including the Middle East, Ottoman/Turkey, and Safavid/Iran. The appointment will be full-time, tenure track at the assistant professor level, to begin July 2012. Applicants must be strong in both research and teaching and have the Ph.D. in hand by Fall 2012. We particularly invite applications from women and members of under-represented minority groups.
 * Please send a letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation online to http://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/779
 * The closing date for applications is November 15, 2011.

Denison University - Middle Eastern History

 * The History Department at Denison University, a highly selective liberal arts college, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Middle Eastern history. Teaching responsibilities in a 3/2 load include a two-semester introductory course sequence in Middle Eastern history (600 C.E. to the present) and upper level courses in the candidate's areas of expertise.


 * Interviews will be conducted at the meeting of the American Historical Association in Chicago, January 5-8, 2012. To be considered for an AHA interview, materials must be submitted by November 14, 2011.

Eastern Illinois University

 * tenure track assistant professorship in Modern Islam/Middle East History
 * "The ideal candidate will be able to offer a range of general and specialized courses in the history of the region from North Africa to Iran from 1700 to the present"
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011
 * Plans to interview at AHA

Franklin & Marshall

 * The Department of History at Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning Fall 2012. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels in the history of the Islamic World and the Middle East and contribute to the College's initiative in Middle East studies and general education program. Ph.D. in hand; teaching experience required. Franklin & Marshall faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, active mentors, and productive scholars. Teaching load is 3/2.
 * Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, teaching and research statements, and teaching evaluation forms to Douglas Anthony, Chair, Department of History, Franklin & Marshall College, P.O. Box 3003, Lancaster, PA 17604-3003. We will not accept application materials electronically.
 * Deadline for applications is November 15, 2011

Manhattanville College

 * tenure track assistant professorship in the Modern History of the Middle East
 * "In addition to developing courses in his or her primary field, the successful candidate should be prepared to teach the survey course in modern world history and to develop courses in a secondary area such as North African, South Asian or Slavic history"
 * Deadline: 15 Dec. 2011

Saint Louis University

 * Full time tenure-track position to begin in Fall 2012 in Middle Eastern History, with a preference for candidates who will enhance the Department's current strengths. Applicants must have a PhD in hand at the time of appointment.
 * Applications and supporting materials should be complete by November 1, 2011.
 * All applications must be made online at http://jobs.slu.edu and should include a cover letter and curriculum vitae. In addition, three letters of recommendation and a writing sample (article or a chapter) should be sent to Philip Gavitt, Chair, Department of History, Saint Louis University, 3800 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108.

Sarah Lawrence College (New York)

 * tenure track appointment in contemporary Middle Eastern History and Politics
 * "The successful candidate will hold the Christian A. Johnson Chair in International Affairs and Middle Eastern Studies, established by the Christian A. Johnson Endeavor."
 * PhD in hand, at least one middle eastern language, and "a strong commitment to teaching and an interdisciplinary approach [and] research interests and course offerings [which] would cover a broad range of social, political, and historical developments in the Middle East from the nineteenth century to the present."
 * Review of Applications begins: 30 Sept. 2011
 * Has this position been filled/removed already?
 * I have no idea - my application is still "active" according the website. Haven't heard anything though. It's only been three weeks though. (10/21)

UC Santa Cruz

 * Position announced in Chronicle 7/20/11: History: Muslim Mediterranean/Middle Eastern World - Asst. or Assoc. Professor
 * The History Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz invites applications for a position at the Assistant (tenure-track) or Associate (tenured) Professor level in the history of the early modern or modern Muslim Mediterranean/Middle East, with a chronological focus in the period between 1450 and the present and a geographical focus centering on all or part of the area from Morocco to Persia. We welcome candidates whose research contributes to cultural, social, and/or economic history. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses at both lower- and upper-division levels, including the survey of Middle Eastern history and courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. Ability to contribute to the department’s world history curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate level is essential.
 * This position carries a five-course-equivalency workload, which normally means teaching four courses over three quarters and carrying out other academic and service responsibilities. The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.
 * CLOSING DATE: The position will remain open until filled, but in order to be considered at the initial screening, the complete application (including letters of recommendation and other supporting documents) must be received by October 3, 2011.
 * Scheduling Skype interviews for Monday/Tuesday (October 24-25) (x2)

University of Kansas

 * tenure-track Assistant Professor in Middle Eastern History
 * Review of application materials begins November 1, 2011 and continues until a qualified pool is identified.
 * Apply at https://jobs.ku.edu/ (position #00002027)
 * They require two additional materials, which are not immediately apparent in the job instructions: syllabi and a writing sample. These need to be sent via snail-mail, however.

University of Massachusetts - Lowell

 * Tenure track position in the History of the Middle East/Islamic World
 * "specialization within the general area of history of the Middle East/Islamic Studies is open, but a focus on women's history, global cultural encounters, politics, religion, or in the area of peace and conflict study are especially welcome"
 * Deadline: not stated in ad
 * Intend to interview at AHA
 * Crossposted at World/Global History 2011-12

University of Worcester (UK) - Middle East & Europe

 * Lecturer/Senior lecturer (tenured) in the modern history of the Middle East and Europe
 * "Research expertise in one or more of the following areas will be especially desirable: 1. The history of the Arab-Israeli conflict, 2. The relationship between Europe and the Middle East in the 20th century."
 * Deadline: 23 Oct. 2011
 * Crossposted at European History 2011-12
 * Rejection received 10/28

Western Kentucky University

 * Assistant Professor, History of the Islamic World
 * "Candidates should specialize in the history of societies shaped by Islam within the Middle East, Asia, and/or Africa"
 * Review of Applications begins: 15 Sept. 2011

Yale University
Lee, Department of History, Yale University, P.O. Box 208324, New Haven, CT 06520-8324.
 * tenure-track assistant professor appointment, to begin July 1, 2012
 * Focusing on the history of the Middle East in the 20th century. The successful candidate must possess demonstrable skills in one or more of the major languages of the region.
 * Application, C.V., statement of research and teaching interests, a writing sample, and three letters of reference should be sent to Professor Abbas Amanat, Middle East History Search, c/o Dana
 * The review of applications will begin September 1, 2011.
 * No indication yet of job talks scheduled: they seem to be doing visits for their South Asian History search first.
 * how about interviews?
 * My sense is that there will be no preliminary interviews, just a short list of candidates invited to campus.
 * campus interview invitation received