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Community College of Philadelphia (USA:PA) - Open

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History to begin Fall 2015
 * Applicants should demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching in two or more of the following subjects: African History, African-American History, American History and/or World History.
 * The ideal applicant will be committed to promoting student success beyond the classroom and demonstrate a willingness to contribute in significant ways to the life of the department and the College.
 * Ph.D. in History or a related field preferred
 * Interdisciplinary and online teaching experience preferred
 * Deadline: 15 Dec. 2014.
 * Cross-posted at North American History 2014-15

Gulf University for Science and Technology (KUW) - Non-Western

 * Assistant Professor of History
 * The ideal candidate will have a research interest in non-Western history and demonstrate interest in teaching a variety of introductory courses, in particular the world history survey. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialty in the history of East Asia, South Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
 * Successful candidates must be able to articulate a research agenda, have an emerging record of publications, and demonstrate commitments to instructional excellence and departmental service. Candidates are expected to have completed all the requirements for their doctorate at the time of appointment. Applications will be considered on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Although preference will be given to candidates who qualify for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, those who qualify for appointment at higher ranks are also encouraged to apply
 * Interested applicants are requested to visit our vacancies page at www.gust.edu.kw/vacancies and fill out the online form and upload supporting documents including a cover letter, CV and the names and contact information for at least three references. A confirmation that the application has been received will be sent immediately.
 * Review begins: 1 Dec. 2014 and continues until filled

Harvard University (MA) - Lecturers in History and Literature (Non-TT)

 * The Committee on Degrees in History and Literature at Harvard University seeks Full-Time and Part-Time Lecturers beginning academic year 2015-16.
 * Positions in: American, Modern European (including but not limited to British, French and German), Medieval, Early Modern European, Russian, Latin American, North and Sub-Saharan African, Middle Eastern, and South Asian history and literature.
 * We are interested in candidates who bring comparative or transnational as well as interdisciplinary perspectives into their teaching and scholarship, and especially those with expertise in transatlantic and post-colonial studies.
 * Minimum Requirements: strong interdisciplinary background; doctoral degree and teaching experience; ability to design and execute interdisciplinary tutorial programs for sophomores and juniors, as well as direct senior honors theses; ability to advise students on curricular matters, to evaluate examinations, essays and senior theses, and to conduct senior oral examinations. A doctorate in a related field ordinarily is required by the time the appointment begins.
 * Lecturer positions are normally for three years, the second two years contingent upon a successful performance review in the first year.
 * Application deadline is January 16, 2015.
 * Also posted at Generalist 2015 and Interdisciplinary Humanities and Liberal Arts 2014-2015

Hong Kong Baptist University (HKG) - Two positions

 * Two assistant professorships in History
 * "Applicants should possess a relevant PhD degree, a solid publication record, teaching and research experience in higher education, and expertise in two or more of the following areas: (i) American History, (ii) History of Mid-imperial China, (iii) History of Pre-imperial China, (iv) Public History and Museum Studies, (v) Material Culture, (vi) History of Science and Technology, (vii) Ethnic History, (viii) Chinese Diaspora, (ix) Comparative History, (x) Environmental History."
 * Applicants are invited to write in response to the requirements and provide an updated curriculum vitae and/or fill in the application form which is obtainable by downloading from http://pers.hkbu.edu.hk/applicationforms. Completed application form should be sent to the Personnel Office, Hong Kong Baptist University, AAB903, Level 9, Academic and Administration Building, 15 Baptist University Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong or by email to: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk.  Please quote PR number on all correspondence.  Applicants are requested to send in samples of publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent publications/works, statements of teaching and research interest and recent teaching evaluation results.  Applicants not invited for interview 4 months after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.  All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will not be returned after the completion of the recruitment exercise unless upon request.  Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at http://pers.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
 * Deadline: 20 Dec. 2014

Hong Kong Institute of Education - Assoc/Asst Prof or Lecturer

 * Associate Prof, Assistant Prof or Lecturer in History
 * Applicants should have a doctoral degree in the disciplines of History (relevant specialties: History of Colonial Empires, European History,  East and/or South Asian History, Hong Kong History, Historiography  and/or Philosophy of History) and a successful record of teaching and research publications in the areas of either geographic or thematic fields within the discipline of History in tertiary institution(s).
 * Fresh PhDs or PhD students in their final year with good potential in research may be considered for the rank of Lecturer (academic track). Applicants with very strong record of research and publications will be considered for the rank of Associate Professor.
 * While a good command of spoken and written English is expected, preference will be given to applicants who are competent also in Chinese (including Mandarin).
 * Application Forms are obtainable from (a) http://www.ied.edu.hk/hro/applyfor.htm; or (b) the Human Resources Office, 3/F, Administration Building, The Hong Kong Institute of Education, 10 Lo Ping Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong. The completed Application Form, together with full CV, should be sent to the Human Resources Office by email to [mailto:hro@ied.edu.hk hro@ied.edu.hk] or by fax to (852) 2948 6005 or by post. ...Please quote the reference number of the position in the application and mark "Strictly Confidential - Job Application" on the envelope.
 * Review begins: 15 Aug. 2014
 * Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Iowa State University (USA:IA) - Senior Hire
Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of a balanced perspective on research and teaching, as well as the vision and ability to lead a faculty with a diverse range of interests; demonstrated experience in attracting external funding; budget and personnel management experience; demonstrated commitment to diversity.
 * Seeking applications and nominations for the position of Department Chair.
 * The successful candidate will be an active scholar and exemplary teacher whose background merits appointment as a Full Professor. He or she will provide vision and demonstrated leadership to the department’s tenured and tenure-track faculty, Lecturers, and Graduate Teaching Assistants. Iowa State University's Department of History is a dynamic academic unit with a thriving 325-major undergraduate program and graduate programs including a secondary education certification program, an M.A. degree in History, and a Ph.D. in Rural, Agricultural, Technological and Environmental History (RATE). For more information, please visit http://www.history.iastate.edu/. Iowa State University has a strong commitment to family leave and partner accommodations.
 * Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in History; internationally-recognized scholarly record; demonstrated commitment to and record of excellence in teaching; scholarly activity and professional service to support a tenured appointment as a full professor; demonstrated administrative ability and experience.
 * To apply for this position, please visit https://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/8087 and click on "Apply for this Vacancy.”
 * Deadline: not stated in ad. ad expires 1 Jan. 2015

Koç University (TUR) - [Open Rank] pref. Arab World/Iran

 * Open Rank Faculty search, to begin Sept. 2015
 * PhD must be in hand by start date
 * We are open to all areas of specialization, but we are particularly interested in historians of the Arab world and Iran.
 * Teaching Load: 2/2
 * Interested scholars should submit applications electronically in pdf format to the e-mail address listed below and fill out the online application form (http://cssh.ku.edu.tr/applicationform Cover letter; Curriculum vitae; Summary statement of teaching; Research statement; Three letters of reference (The referees should directly e-mail a signed PDF copy of the reference letter to the e-mail address below. The referee should insert the following in the e-mail subject line: “Reference for [candidate's name] for History Position”. To Ms. Zehra TOSUN. e-mail: [mailto:ztohsun@ku.edu.tr ztosun@ku.edu.tr] Subject line of application e-mail: "Position in History"
 * Deadline: 30 Nov. 2014
 * Crossposted to African/Middle East History 2014-15

Leeds Beckett University (UK) - Public OR Modern Urban [Senior hire]

 * Senior lectureship (tenured Assoc/full prof) in Public or Modern Urban (post-1800) History
 * The successful candidate will be expected to help lead curriculum developments, and should be able to show that research potential that would enable entry into the next Research Excellent Framework. A PGCHE or equivalent teaching qualification or Fellowship of the HEA is highly desirable.
 * Further details and an application form are available from our website
 * Deadline: 17 Dec. 2014

Lees-McCrae College (NC) - World History and American/European

 * Full-time lecturer with "the flexibility to offer introductory courses in World History, as well as upper-level history courses in the candidate's area of expertise that support the program's two tracks in American and European history. Other responsibilities include student advising, scholarship, professional development and service to the college."
 * Ph.D. in History preferred; master's degree considered.
 * "A commitment to teaching in this discipline is required."
 * Application materials are a cover letter, curriculum vitae, sample syllabus, and "a list of three references with complete contact information." Materials should be sent via email to Carolyn Ward, Director Human Resources: wardc@lmc.edu.
 * Review begins immediately with SHORT deadline: 30 Jun. 2014 'or until position filled' (posted on 6/16/2014).

Macalester College (MN) - Advanced Associate or Full Professor

 * Full time Advanced associate or full professor in History, to begin Fall 2015
 * PhD required
 * We prefer a candidate with previous experience as History Department Chair or similar relevant responsibilities.
 * We seek applicants with a specialization in one of the following areas: European History (medieval or modern Europe) or US History (Colonial America/Atlantic World or US Since 1865), particularly candidates who place their work in a global context. Evidence of methodological innovation and creative teaching strategies is highly desirable.
 * To apply, go to https://academicjobsonline.org and electronically submit a cover letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation. For any questions about the position or submission of materials, contact Dr. Lynn Hudson, Chair, History Department, at hudson@macalester.edu or 651-696-6819.
 * Review of applications will begin on 1 Nov. 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Has anyone heard anything back from Macalester on this?  12/5/14

Manchester Metropolitan University (UK;Eng) - Senior Hire

 * Full professorship in History
 * You will be expected to provide strategic leadership, lead a research programme, lead and support knowledge exchange activities and contribute to the teaching and management agenda of your Department or School.
 * We are looking for someone with an international reputation in scholarship, a record in obtaining research funding, excellent leadership and mentoring skills. You will be actively involved in national and international networks, and hold a doctorate level qualification or other equivalent professional qualifications.
 * For full details including a job descrition, please visit http://www2.mmu.ac.uk/createourfuture/
 * Deadline: 14 Nov. 2014

Murray State University (USA: KY) - Senior Hire, Department Chair

 * Associate or Full Professor in History, to act as Department Chair
 * The candidate must possess an earned doctorate in any area of History.  In addition, a record of successful teaching, research/scholarly productivity, and professional service commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor is required.  Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated record of effective leadership and administrative experience.
 * Teaching Load: 6 hours/semester " and providing the department leadership and vision for a variety of functions including instruction, department governance, faculty development, program assessment, curriculum development, budget management, and fundraising."
 * To Apply:  Visit http://www.murraystatejobs.com/postings/3605.  Include a letter of application, current vita with references and contact information, graduate transcripts, and three recent letters of recommendation that address the candidate’s qualifications for this position
 * Deadline: 3 Nov. 2014.

National Research University, Moscow/St Petersburg (RUS) - Open Rank

 * Tenure track assistant professorship, or higher, in History
 * We welcome candidates with recent PhD degrees in all subfields and notably in economic history and 18-20th century world history, early modern and modern international history with preference to 19-20th century historians, post-colonial theory and historiography, history of international relations, diplomacy and public diplomacy, social and technological history, global, comparative, and transnational history.
 * Work conditions: Internationally competitive сompensation package, 13% flat income tax rate and other benefits'; Generous travel support and research grants provided by the university’s Centre for Advanced Studies (www.cas.hse.ru); Low teaching load; minimal service required; Heavy emphasis on high quality research
 * Requirements: Recent Ph.D. in History or related fields; Fluent English (knowledge of Russian is not required); Ability and high motivation to conduct high-quality research publishable in reputable peer-reviewed journals and international university presses
 * Generally appointments will be made for an initial three-year period and upon successful completion of an interim review, contracts would normally be extended for a further three years until the tenure review.
 * Please provide a CV, a statement of research interest and a recent research paper via online application form. At least 2 letters of reference should be forwarded directly to the attention of CAS Director Martin Gilman at [mailto:cas@hse.ru cas@hse.ru]
 * Deadline: 18 Jan. 2015

Reed College (USA: OR) - African, Middle Eastern, or South Asian history

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History and Humanities, with preference for African, Middle Eastern, or South Asian history
 * We encourage applications on any theme or methodology in one or more of these fields.  In addition to teaching courses in one's own area, the appointee will lecture and lead sections in the College’s interdisciplinary Humanities program (see: http://academic.reed.edu/humanities), including rotation into a year-long writing-intensive freshman course.  Teaching duties also include advising year-long senior theses.
 * Applicants should have the PhD in hand by August 2015
 * We expect to make the appointment at the Assistant Professor level but will consider applications from more senior candidates.  Please send an application letter, a CV, and three letters of recommendation to Douglas Fix, Tenure-Track Search in History/Western Humanities at http://apply.interfolio.com/25547
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2014.
 * Intend to interview at the AHA
 * Also posted at Asian History 2014-15 and African/Middle East History 2014-15

Springfield College (USA: MA) - History, U.S. History in a Global Context

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History, preference for candidates with experience teaching U.S. history in a global context
 * "The successful candidate will have an opportunity to make a strong impact on the History, American Studies, and Education programs. Teaching responsibilities include coursework in support of Educator preparation students as well as general education history and geography courses. Applicants with expertise (research and teaching) in support of the college’s commitment to an increasingly diverse campus community are of particular interest; attention to teaching U.S. History in a global context greatly valued. Experience with public history, oral history, archival and/or museum studies also a plus."
 * Applicants should have a PhD in History or a closely related field, ABDs also considered
 * "Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, and the names and contact information for 3-5 professional references to: Dr. Anne Herzog, Dean of Arts, Science, and Professional Studies, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109. E-materials welcome at asps@springfieldcollege.edu."
 * Deadline: 31 Oct. 2014.
 * Anyone heard anything? I assume the ship has sailed....(12/8)
 * Nothing here. (12/8) x2

University of British Columbia (Can.) - [tenured] Head of Dept
Following the initial review of applications, candidates selected for further consideration will be asked to provide letters from the referees. Preferred formats are Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf). Please state whether you are currently legally entitled to work in Canada."
 * Five year rolling renewable position as Head of History and Sociology
 * "The ideal candidate will be in the early stages of the Full Professor rank, although a senior Associate Professor may also be considered.  The Head's position includes a faculty appointment. We are seeking a candidate with demonstrated excellence in research, teaching, leadership and management skills, with proven ability to lead and motivate faculty, staff, and students.  Field of research specialization can be related to any area of History or Sociology.   Desirable attributes include a strong record of published research and external funding as well as prior experience in academic administration and undergraduate and graduate education"
 * "Applicants should provide: A cover letter that clearly identifies all related administrative experience, including a statement of the candidate's philosophy or approach to leadership; an up-to-date curriculum vitae; statements of a program of research and of teaching interests; evidence of teaching ability; and the name, title, and contact information of three referees.
 * Search for job ID: 17992
 * Deadline: 31 Aug. 2014.

University of Hong Kong

 * Assistant Professorship in History, to begin 1 Jul 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter
 * appointment is on "a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. Appointee with demonstrated performance will be considered for tenure towards the end of the second three-year contract."
 * "Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent by the date of appointment. They should demonstrate a passion for research and a commitment to develop an innovative research-led teaching profile. Geographic and thematic fields within the discipline of history are open. Preference will be given to candidates who complement the research strengths of our department."
 * " Applicants should send a completed application form, a letter of application, a C.V., a writing sample of scholarly work, evidence of teaching ability (e.g. sample syllabi, student teaching evaluations), and your three referees should send their reference letters, to AP293@hku.hk. The application form (341/1111) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be found at http://jobs.hku.hk.  Please state the post applied for clearly on the application form."
 * Deadline: 5 Sept. 2014.
 * Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
 * any word? (10/14)
 * does anyone know if interviews have been scheduled yet? (11/07)

University of Leeds (UK:ENG) - Race and Empire

 * University Academic Fellowship in the History of Race and Empire
 * NB: these Fellowships are intended to offer a post-doc-like period of research which segues into a tenured position.  See:  250GreatMinds.leeds.ac.uk AFII (talk) 08:03, October 3, 2014 (UTC)
 * You will have demonstrated research excellence, and teaching ability, in the broadly-defined field of the history of race and empire. You will not necessarily be limited to the history of the British Empire / Commonwealth alone, or to the history of race and empire in any one part of the globe. You will also demonstrate an awareness of, and aptitude for, maximising the advantages offered by the funding landscape.
 * You will have significant proven research experience within the field of Environmental and/or Medical Humanities within the field of English studies, the ability to teach at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, as well as a clear and compelling vision for personal academic development.
 * As part of the application process you will be required to upload the following documents: A CV; A list of publications; A statement detailing your research and academic plan (no more than 2 sides of A4). For informal enquiries about the role please contact Professor Graham A. Loud, tel: +44 (0)113 343 3601, email: [mailto:G.A.Loud@leeds.ac.uk G.A.Loud@leeds.ac.uk] or Professor William Gould, tel: +44 (0)113 343 3612, email [mailto:W.R.Gould@leeds.ac.uk W.R.Gould@leeds.ac.uk] or Dr Shane Doyle, tel: +44 (0)113 343 3655, email [mailto:S.D.Doyle@leeds.ac.uk S.D.Doyle@leeds.ac.uk].
 * Deadline: 16 Nov. 2014

University of Leeds (UK:ENG) - Legacy of War

 * University Academic Fellowship in the Legacy of War
 * NB: these Fellowships are intended to offer a post-doc-like period of research which segues into a tenured position.  See:  250GreatMinds.leeds.ac.uk AFII (talk) 08:03, October 3, 2014 (UTC)
 * You will have demonstrated research excellence, and teaching ability, in the cultural history of war, broadly defined, whether they have been situated in a History or Modern Languages department. You will be able to work beyond a British/Anglo-American perspective, and have some expertise in a modern European language. You will also demonstrate an awareness of, and aptitude for, maximising the advantages offered by the funding landscape.
 * You will have significant proven research experience within the field of Environmental and/or Medical Humanities within the field of English studies, the ability to teach at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, as well as a clear and compelling vision for personal academic development.
 * As part of the application process you will be required to upload the following documents: A CV; A list of publications; A statement detailing your research and academic plan (no more than 2 sides of A4). For informal enquiries about the role please contact Professor Alison Fell, tel: +44 (0)113 343 8879, email: [mailto:A.S.Fell@leeds.ac.uk A.S.Fell@leeds.ac.uk] or Professor Simon Ball, tel: +44 (0)113 343 1094, email [mailto:S.J.Ball@leeds.ac.uk S.J.Ball@leeds.ac.uk].
 * Deadline: 16 Nov. 2014

University of Lincoln (UK;Eng) - Senior Hire

 * Head of School - History & Heritage
 * With a strong track record of research, you will have the ambition to work with staff to create a compelling, shared vision for your School and the drive to play a leading role within the senior management of the College and the University.
 * Please contact Ben Tucker at Minerva by email on [mailto:Lincoln@minervasearch.com Lincoln@minervasearch.com] or +44 (0) 20 37140961 for an informal conversation about this opportunity. For further information or to apply online, please visit www.yourfutureatlincoln.co.uk
 * Deadline: 1 Oct. 2014.

University of Macau (MAC) - History of East/West interactions/Maritime History [open rank]

 * Assistant, Associate or Full Professorship in the History of East/West Interactions/Maritime History
 * Rank of appointment is open, depending on qualifications.  Applicants should specialize in either the History of East-West Interactions or Maritime History, ideally including but not limited to diplomatic history, missionary history, or cultural, social and economic exchanges. The successful candidate may be required to teach General Education courses in Global History as well as the History of Europe, or Maritime Empires in the Age of Sail.
 * Applicants should visit http://www.umac.mo/vacancy for more details, and apply ONLINE at Jobs@UM (https://isw.umac.mo/recruitment) (Ref. No.: FSS/DHIST/EWIM/10/2015)...Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they were not invited for an interview within 3 months of application.
 * Review begins 1 Dec. 2014 and continues until position filled.

University of North Carolina - Asheville (USA: NC)

 * The University of North Carolina at Asheville, UNC system's designated public liberal arts institution, seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of History that will begin in the fall semester of 2015.
 * Specialization: colonial and 19th century Central American history
 * The ideal candidate would have the Ph.D. in History in-hand. In addition to upper-division courses in Central American and Atlantic World History, the successful candidate should be able to teach U.S. History to 1865, World Civilization since 1500, the research methods and historiography course, North Carolina History, and the Senior Thesis sequence.
 * Deadline: October 15, 2014
 * Preference will be given to applications received by the review date. But review of application materials will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Ellen Holmes Pearson,  [mailto:epearson@unca.edu epearson@unca.edu]
 * Required documents: Cover Letter; Curriculum Vitae; Teaching Philosophy; Unofficial Undergraduate Transcript; Unofficial Graduate Transcript
 * Also posted at Latin American History 2014-15 and World/Global History 2014-15
 * Bear in mind that UNC-A currently has an adjunct (Ph.D., Chapel Hill, 1999) who teaches all of those classes at the moment, and would likely be the leading candidate for the position if he applies.  It wouldn't be surprising if the search is rigged simply to elevate him to T-T status.

University of Swaziland (SZ) - [Open Rank]

 * Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in History
 * Qualification and Experience: Must have a Ph.D. in History; University teaching Experience; Scholars with peer review publications in African History will have an added advantage.
 * Duties: Teach undergraduate and post graduate history courses and To supervise theses.
 * Applications with detailed CV, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications and names of three referees should be sent to: The Registrar, University of Swaziland, Private Bag 4, Kwaluseni Email: [mailto:sar-hr@uniswa.sz sar-hr@uniswa.sz]
 * SHORT Deadline: 11 Jul. 2014.

University of Groningen (NLD) - [Two positions; poss TT; part time]

 * Two 0.8fte positions, initially for a fixed term of 2 years but with possibility of 'indefinite appointment', in Modern History (1798-1945), to begin 1 Jan. 2015
 * We are looking for two excellent, enthusiastic, versatile colleagues who are able to strengthen our varied teaching curriculum in modern history, based on innovative and pioneering research. The teaching will cover the history of politics and culture of the Netherlands and Europe and non-Western history. Research in these fields in modern history can range from global history with a focus on imperialism and colonialism to the history of material culture, from the history of politics and policy to the history of culture and identity in modern society, from Dutch history to the history of Eastern Asia. Knowledge of or experience with applications of digital humanities in teaching and the own research is an advantage
 * "In addition to a number of basic requirements set by the University of Groningen, such as excellent social, communication, presentation and coaching skills as well as a results-oriented attitude, we are looking for a candidate with a PhD in the field of modern history, who has an adequate command of Dutch or who is willing to learn Dutch within two years"
 * You may apply for this position by submitting a letter, curriculum vitae and list of publications ... by means of the application form, see: http://www.rug.nl/about-us/work-with-us/job-opportunities/overview?details=00347-0000005685
 * Deadline: 17 Aug. 2014
 * Intend to interview week beginning 22 or 29 Sept.

University of Nottingham, Ningbo (CHN) - Modern Imperial

 * Associate Professorshp in Modern Imperial History
 * The posts are available from 1 January 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter and will initially be offered on a fixed-term contract with the University of Nottingham, Ningbo, China for a period of up to five years. This contract may be extended on an indefinite basis by mutual agreement.
 * The successful candidate will be a specialist in the history of imperialism of the 19th and/or 20th centuries. Applications by specialists of British, American or comparative imperialism and colonialism are particularly welcome. Knowledge of Asian, Pacific and Trans-Pacific histories would be beneficial. The post is open to any methodological specialism, such as political history, international relations, the history of science, intellectual history, the history of migration, or religious history.
 * Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant discipline and should have experience in teaching and course leadership. Experience of teaching and tutorial work in relevant subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate level in an international English-speaking institution is also essential
 * For more details and/or to apply on-line please access: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/jobs/currentvacancies/ref/UNNC377. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Department, Tel: +44 (0) 115 95 15206. Please quote ref. UNNC377.
 * Deadline: 28 Sept. 2014

University of Oslo (NOR) - two posts, contemporary history

 * Two Associate Professorships in Contemporary History (after 1918)
 * The holders of the positions are expected to initiate and lead research in contemporary history (after 1918), to supervise PhD candidates, to participate in teaching and in exam setting and evaluation at all levels, and to carry out administrative duties in accordance with the needs of the Department.
 * Requirements: PhD or equivalent academic qualifications with a specialization in contemporary history; Documented relevant teaching competence acquired through pedagogical education or experience in teaching and supervision; Personal suitability and motivation for the position
 * Applicants who at the time of appointment cannot document basic teaching qualifications will be required to obtain such qualifications within a two year period. The incumbent must master English and a Scandinavian language as working languages. If an appointee is not fluent in a Scandinavian language, the appointee will be expected within a two year period to learn sufficient Norwegian to be able to participate actively in all functions the position may involve.
 * Applicants must submit the following attachments with the electronic application form, preferably in pdf format: Application letter describing qualifications; Curriculum Vitae; List of published and unpublished works
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2014
 * 5-10 Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide additional materials
 * 12/5 email saying larger applicant pool than expected so sorting of applications will take longer than expected, but no timeline given.