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Indiana University (USA, IN) -- Open Rank, Contemporary Central Asia

 * Open rank search in Contemporary Central Asian Studies at School of Global and International Studies
 * Applicants must specialize in the region’s economics, geography, history, international relations, political science, or sociology. Applicants should have fieldwork experience in the region. Proficiency in one or more Central Asian languages plus Russian is preferred.
 * She or he is expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels on relevant aspects of contemporary (20th and 21st century) Central Asia.
 * Application materials, including a cover letter, career statement describing research, teaching experiences, and philosophy, CV, names of three references for assistant professor level and six references for associate and full professor level applications, samples of published and in-press work, and teaching evaluations should be submitted online at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/1666.
 * Review begins: 15 Oct. 2015.
 * Also posted at European History 2015-16

National University of Singapore (SNG) - [Senior Hire] - Modern

 * Tenured Professorship in Modern Asian History
 * This will be an endowed research oriented Professorship named after George Edwin Bogaars.
 * The Department will appoint a scholar of the highest international caliber, working on topics that relate to Singapore or Southeast Asia in particular, or modern Asia in general. Applications by scholars with research interests in the history of political economy, maritime trade, state building, or international relations are especially welcome. The successful candidate will have a strong publication record, contribute to teaching at the graduate and senior undergraduate levels, and provide research leadership within the department. A highly competitive package of remuneration and benefits will be offered, tailored to the appointee.
 * The application dossier should include a full CV, a letter explaining why the position is of interest, and the names of six academic referees. In addition, candidates will need to submit a Personal Data Consent Form, which can be downloaded [here] Please submit documents, soft and hard copy, to: Professor Brian P. Farrell, Head, Department of History, National University of Singapore, 11 Arts Link, AS1-05-38, Singapore 117570, Email: hishead@nus.edu.sg
 * Deadline: No deadline, ad posted 8 Sept. and applications accepted until position filled.

University of Montana (USA: MT) - Asian Studies

 * Tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Asian studies with appointment beginning in August 2016.
 * Applications from persons with diverse backgrounds are especially welcome, and those who specialize in modern or contemporary China are encouraged to apply.
 * This is a joint position to be shared between the Departments of History and Political Science, with the home department to be determined by the successful candidate's training and expertise. Each department offers its own undergraduate and graduate degree programs, and both units collaborate on a joint B.A. degree and a teacher certification program.
 * The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in both the History and Political Science departments related to their area of scholarly expertise. A Ph. D. in History or Political Science is expected by the date of hire.
 * To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit full materials to: http://bit.ly/1295Asian
 * Screening of applications will begin 15 Sept. 2015, Applications received after 9/15 may be reviewed, as the position will be open until filled.

University of Northern Colorado (USA:CO)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Asian History, to begin Aug. 2016
 * Era and area of expertise are ope
 * Teaching Load: 3/3 including Asian Civilization surveys, modern China, and upper-division/graduate courses in areas of interest.
 * PhD in hand at time of appointment
 * Please submit cover letter, C.V., unofficial graduate transcripts, and two sample syllabi (one survey and one upper-division course. Please combine both syllabi in a single document and upload to “other documents”) to http://careers.unco.edu/Postings/590. In addition, referees should send three confidential letters of recommendation to Asian History Search Committee, History Department, University of Northern Colorado, 501 20th St. Campus Box 116 Greeley, CO 80639 or to search chair at [mailto:robert.weis@unco.edu robert.weis@unco.edu]. Please address questions to search chair.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2015 and continues until position filled.
 * Please note that the correct URL is http://careers.unco.edu/postings/590.

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga (USA:TN)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Asian history, to begin Aug. 2016
 * The successful candidate will teach introductory courses in world history, survey courses in Chinese and Japanese History, and upper-level courses in his/her area of specialization. Candidates should also be willing to engage in alternative modes of instruction, including online.
 * Ph.D. in history required at time of appointment; applications from advanced ABD candidates also will be considered
 * Candidates should send all materials electronically, including a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, three confidential letters of recommendation, sample syllabi (if available), and one writing sample (preferably an article or book/dissertation chapter) to facultyvitae8@utc.edu. In the subject line of all email submissions please indicate “Asian History Search.”
 * Review begins: 1 Oct. 2015 and continues until the position filled.

California State University, Bakersfield (USA: CA)- Modern w/South or Southeast Asia

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern Chinese History, to begin August 2016
 * Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Modern Chinese history, with a a secondary field in South/Southeast Asia.
 * Application: The complete application package must include hard copies of 1) cover letter 2) curriculum vitae with evidence of a clear research program leading to publication, 3) statement of teaching philosophy and teaching portfolio, and 4) three letters of recommendation. Please submit the application package to: Dr. Mustafah Dhada, History Department, School of Arts and Humanities, California State University, Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022.
 * Review begins 30 Oct. 2015.

Claremont McKenna College (USA: CA)

 * Tenure-track, assistant professorship in the history of China, period and research specialization open, to begin Fall 2016
 * The department is particularly interested in scholars whose research and teaching interests situate Chinese history within a larger context and engage theoretical issues.
 * Teaching Load: 2/2 "The successful candidate must be able to teach survey and topical courses on Chinese history and on the history of East Asia, and will be expected to participate in the Claremont consortium's program on Asian Studies."
 * Candidates must have Ph.D. in hand at the time of the appointment.
 * Apply at: https://webapps.cmc.edu/jobs/faculty/faculty_opening_detail.php?PostingID=14026
 * Review begins: 1 Sept. 2015.

Clark University (USA: MA) - Modern (1600-present)

 * Tenure-track assistant professorship in modern Chinese history (1600 to the present) to begin in fall 2016.
 * The successful candidate will be expected to teach the full range of Chinese history, one or more survey courses in at least one other area of Asian history, and to participate actively in Clark's Asian Studies program.
 * Candidates must have PhD in hand no later than August 2016.
 * For full consideration send a letter of application, a c.v., a summary of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to Professor Wim Klooster, Chair, Modern China Search Committee at wklooster@clarku.edu. Inquiries regarding this position should be directed to the same address.
 * All materials must be received by 16 Nov. 2015.

Hong Kong Institute of Education (HKG)

 * Full time assitant professorship in Chinese History
 * Applicants should have a Doctoral Degree in Chinese History and a very good research track record.  The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the building of a strong research team and actively seek competitive external research grants.  Familiarity with secondary education in Hong Kong will be an advantage
 * All applications will be treated in strict confidence.  Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.  The Institute reserves the right not to fill the positions advertised.  Since the incumbents may engage in work relating to students in schools, prospective employee(s) may be requested to undergo Sexual Conviction Record Check operated by the Hong Kong Police.
 * 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 to the above address...Please quote the reference number of the position in the application and mark “Strictly Confidential – Job Application” on the envelope.
 * Review begins: 14 Aug. 2015 and continues until position filled.

​Mount Holyoke College (USA: MA) - Modern (1600-2000)

 * Full-time tenure-track position in modern history of China (1600-2000) at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2016
 * "The successful candidate will bring strong research and teaching skills in Chinese history and its East Asian context, including Korea and Japan."
 * Teaching Load: 2/2
 * Applications must be made online at https://jobs.mtholyoke.edu
 * Deadline:  1 Oct. 2015.

National University of Singapore (SGP) - post-1949 China

 * Tenured or tenure-track position in Modern Chinese History, Society and Culture (post-1949 China), including Popular Culture and/or Diaspora Studies
 * Deadline: 31 Jul. 2015.

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (USA: MD) - Late-Imperial/Modern Chinese History

 * This is a tenure-track position, contingent on funding, with appointment anticipated at the assistant professor level, to begin in fall 2016. The Ph.D. is required; teaching experience is preferred.
 * The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to research and publication in the field; possess strong Chinese archival ability and bilingual (Chinese-English) language expertise; be able to offer broad and specialized courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and participate in both the History Department as well as the Asian Studies Program (with tenure to be conferred in History).
 * Please note: Only electronic applications, submitted through Interfolio, will be accepted: apply.interfolio.com/30894. Applications should include a letter of interest to Prof. Constantine Vaporis, a curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a writing sample, and teaching evaluations (if available). Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted separately through Interfolio. For questions, please contact Dr. Constantine Vaporis ([mailto:vaporis@umbc.edu vaporis@umbc.edu]).
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2015.

University of Pennsylvania (PA) - Associate Professor, Late Imperial Chinese Culture (1271-1912)

 * The Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a tenured associate professor of late imperial Chinese culture (ca. 1271-1912).
 * The search committee welcomes applications from specialists in any field, preferably with competencies in at least two of the following areas: literature (including poetry, prose, fiction, and drama), cultural studies, and relations between China and Inner Asia.
 * The successful candidate should have broad research interests centered on primary sources and strong training in relevant languages. He or she will contribute to the Department’s undergraduate program by offering a one-semester lecture course on Chinese civilization and other broad-based lecture courses in addition to graduate offerings in his or her fields of expertise.
 * A normal teaching load is 4 courses per year on a semester system.
 * Interested candidates should apply at http://facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/postings/701 and submit a letter of application, CV, statement of research, and writing sample. The Department will begin reviewing applications on November 16th, 2015.
 * Also posted at Chinese language and literature 2015-16

University of Texas - Austin - [Open Rank] Imperial China before 1800

 * Advanced Associate Professor/Professor of the history of Imperial China before 1800
 * The area of specialization is open.
 * Applicants should have an outstanding record of publication and an established reputation in the field. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in high quality research/scholarly activities, demonstrate effective classroom teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, direct graduate research, and exhibit a commitment to service to the department, college, and university.
 * Applicants should have experience teaching and researching at the rank of either associate or full professor with documented evidence of teaching excellence.
 * Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, detailed curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Jacqueline Jones, Chair, Department of History, The University of Texas at Austin via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/30702.  If you do not have a Dossier account with Interfolio, you will be prompted to create one prior to applying for the position, assistance available from Interfolio's Customer Support - help@interfolio.com or call (877) 997-8807.
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2015 although position is open until filled.

West Virginia University (USA: WV)

 * Tenure track assitant professorship in Chinese History, to begin 16 Aug. 2016
 * We are interested in candidates whose research specialization can contribute to one or more of the department’s four thematic clusters: gender and kinship, imperial and post-colonial societies, labor and political economy, and war and society
 * PhD must be in hand by start date.
 * Teaching Load: 2/2 "for research productive faculty" "The successful candidate will be expected to teach general surveys of Asian and World history, as well as more specialized senior undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in Asian and Chinese history."
 * Applicants should submit a letter of application describing their research and teaching interests, three letters of reference, c.v. and a sample of their scholarship to Dr. Robert Blobaum, China Search Committee Chair, Department of History, West Virginia University, P.O. Box 6303, Morgantown, WV 26506-6303.  For questions or additional information, contact [mailto:Robert.Blobaum@mail.wvu.edu Robert.Blobaum@mail.wvu.edu] or 304-293-9305.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2015 and continues until position filled
 * Intend to interview at the AHA "ith alternative arrangements for selected candidates not attending the conference"

Appalachian State University (USA:NC)

 * 9-month Tenure track assistant professorship in East Asian History, to begin August 2016
 * Qualifications for the position include the Ph.D. in History or East Asian Studies with a focus on Chinese and/or Japanese history. Candidates who are ABD will also be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by August 2016
 * The successful candidate will teach a two-part course in East Asian history, upper-division undergraduate courses in his or her specialty, and contribute to General Education. Responsibilities also include maintenance of an active program of scholarship and participation in service activities.
 * Applicants must email a complete application consisting of an application letter, C.V., and three letters of recommendation to the Search Committee Chair c/o setzertf@appstate.edu.
 * Review begins 1 Oct. 2015 and continues until position filled.

Vassar College (USA:NY)

 * Full time tenure-track assistant professorship in East Asian History, to begin August 2016
 * Specialization in either modern China or modern Japan is required; ability to teach in the other area, whether China or Japan, is also expected.
 * Appointment includes teaching in Vassar's Program in Asian Studies; broader interest in multidisciplinary teaching is welcome.
 * Teaching load in the first year is four courses; after that it is five courses per year.
 * Candidates are asked to submit a letter of application, a current C.V., graduate school transcript (unofficial copies accepted for initial application), and three letters of recommendation.
 * Review begins 1 Nov 2015.  Intends to interview at AHA.

University of British Columbia (CAN) - Modern Japanese History (Non-TT)

 * One-year position as an assistant professor without review in the field of modern Japanese history, effective 1 July 2016.
 * Candidates must have a Ph.D. in hand or expect to have successfully defended prior to 1 July 2016.
 * The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 12-credit (2-2) load, and thus a strong commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level is required. This position may be renewed for a second year, subject to funding and performance.
 * Candidates interested in the academic programs of the department may wish to follow the Research Clusters link on our departmental website at http://www.history.ubc.ca/.
 * We encourage all qualified persons to apply; Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will, however, be given priority. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must apply through the UBC faculty careers website, http://facultycareers.ubc.ca/21216
 * Deadline: 1 Dec. 2015

Ashoka University (INDIA: NCR) - Medieval and Persianate History (Open Rank)

 * Rank open position in Medieval and Persianate History, to begin September 2016.
 * Must have the ability/willingness to teach a survey course in Medieval Indian History
 * Research level fluency in Persian, and/or Arabic, or other language relevant to medieval history, and ability to mentor students in research in the same.
 * Teaching load is two courses per semester.
 * Compensation and research support unparalleled in India.
 * PhD must be in hand by time of appointment.
 * Candidates must submit: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy, (4) statement of research, (5) research writing sample, and (6) the names of three references.
 * For questions or more information please contact faculty.recruitment@ashoka.edu.in
 * For full consideration all materials should be submitted at http://ashoka.edu.in/facultypositions by October 16, 2015.
 * Also posted at Middle East History 2015-16.

California State University, San Bernadino (USA:CA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in South Asian History, to begin 15 Sept. 2016
 * Candidates with research focusing on subaltern studies and/or connections within the region are particularly encouraged to apply
 * The successful candidate is expected to develop and teach upper-division and graduate level courses related to all periods of South Asian history and culture, as well as teach lower-division world history courses.
 * Upon submission of application, applicants are asked to submit a letter of interest that describes 1) educational experience  2) teaching experience and philosophy, 3) research and/or scholarship record and future interests and 4) diversity statement. In addition, applicants are asked to submit a vita, copy of transcripts and names and full contact information of three references. To learn more about our department, visit our website at http://history@csusb.edu/...If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/csusb/
 * Review begins: 1 Sept. 2015 and closes on 15 Nov or when position is filled.

Rutgers University - New Brunswick (USA:NJ) - post-1600

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in post-1600 South Asian history, to begin Sept. 2016
 * 'subject to the availability of funds'
 * As a part of normal teaching and research duties, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute broadly conceived courses at the undergraduate level and to be actively involved in the training and mentoring of graduate students.
 * The applicant will be expected to have Ph.D. in hand by 2016, and should be able to present evidence of scholarly accomplishment and effective teaching. Applications should be addressed to Professor Temma Kaplan, Search Committee Chair, and submitted electronically to Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/30767. Applicants should include a CV, three letters of reference, and a 3-5 page statement of research and teaching accomplishments.  PDF files of a candidate’s most important publications are also welcome
 * review begins 1 Nov. 2015 and continues until position filled.

American University of Sharjah (UAE)

 * Full time faculty member in modern history of South East Asia, or Sub-Saharan Africa
 * A sub-field in East Asian history is an advantage. Candidates must be able to teach a range of courses in their field of specialization as well as survey courses in world history and an upper division course on imperialism
 * Application materials must include: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references, a writing/publication sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Please send applications to: Dr. Mahmoud Anabtawi, Dean, College of Arts & Sciences, American University of Sharjah, e-mail: cashr@aus.edu.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2015 and continues until position filled.
 * Crossposted to African/Middle East History 2015-16

National University of Singapore (SGP)

 * Assistant Professor of South East Asian History, to begin in 2016
 * The successful candidate will have a strong research agenda rooted in any field and any period of Southeast Asian History, a proven ability to conduct their research in a Southeast Asian language, and an international profile commensurate with their rank and stage of career. A demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to teaching the history of the region, as well as the broader history of Asia, and/or World History, is also important. For senior candidates, experience with journal editing will be looked upon favorably
 * Application dossiers should include a complete list of publications, research interests and teaching experience, as well as any other relevant information; a letter explaining why the position at NUS is of interest; and the names and contact information of three academic referees. In addition, candidates will need to submit a Personal Data Consent Form, which can be downloaded at [http:// http://www.nus.edu.sg/careers/potentialhires/applicationprocess/NUS-Personal-Data-Consent-for-Job-Applicants.pdf this link]
 * Please submit documents to: Chair, Search Committee (Southeast Asia), Department of History, National University of Singapore, 11 Arts Link, AS1-05-38, Singapore 117570. OR email: [mailto:histpb@nus.edu.sg%0d histpb@nus.edu.sg]
 * Review begins: 14 Sept. 2015