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American University of Sharjah (UAE) - [Open Rank]

 * Tenured or tenure track position in modern history of Africa/the Middle East
 * Candidates must be able to teach a range of courses on the history of the modern Middle East/North Africa as well as survey courses in World History.
 * Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in Middle Eastern/North African history, a record of excellent teaching, an active research agenda, and a wish to contribute actively to the interdisciplinary atmosphere in the Department of International Studies
 * As a university formed on the American model, the American University of Sharjah will give priority to candidates who have substantial experience in American models of higher education. Mastery of English is a requirement
 * 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. 2014 and continues until position filled
 * Anyone contacted for this position?

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 Open Field or Mixed Hire 2014-15 and Asian History 2014-15
 * Request for more materials (11/18) x2
 * Area of specialization and status? Middle East or South Asia? ABD, non-TT, or TT ? Thanks.
 * Actually, Africa/Indian Ocean, currently non-TT VAP
 * Think the short-list has been set for AHA interviews
 * Was that a question or a statement about AHA interviews?
 * Confirmed by email inquiry to search committee: short-list for AHA interviews HAS been set (12/18)

Saint Mary’s College of California (USA: CA) - Visiting Professor of African History and Global and Regional Studies [Non-TT;VAP]

 * Visiting Professor of African History and Global and Regional Studies (GRS) during the 2015-2016 academic year.
 * The Visiting Professor should propose and teach four courses: in the Fall, of one course will be on Modern African History and one in the Introduction to Global and Regional Studies. In the Spring, one class will be an upper division course in World History (topic open) and one upper division course on Regional (African) Studies (topic open). Since this position is intended to assist us develop Africa as an area of study, the Visiting Professor will be asked to help us organize co-curricular events and programming on African history and culture.
 * The position is open to all ranks, but a Ph.D. in hand is required and experience in teaching and program building is preferred.
 * Please apply on-line at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu
 * Deadline is 15 Nov. 2014  has been extended to 31 Jan 2015.

San Diego State University (USA:CA) - Modern Middle East/North Africa

 * Assistant professorship in Modern Middle Eastern/North African History
 * Department seeking a candidate "whose teaching and published scholarship address the broadest themes in modern Middle Eastern history (understood to include the region stretching from Iran through the territories of the late Ottoman Empire to North Africa) from the 19th through 20th centuries.  A specialist in the political or economic history of this region is preferred."
 * Candidates should demonstrate research fluency in Arabic, publications and teaching that situate this region in comparative, multicultural, or world historical contexts, and the ability to offer general education and upper division courses with broad student appeal.
 * Ph.D. in History or an appropriate allied field in hand at time of application.
 * please apply via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/25674
 * For full consideration: 31 Oct 2014
 * Any news on this?
 * Skype interviews happened in late November.

SOAS, University of London (UK) - Ancient Near Eastern Studies

 * Lecturer (~tenured Asst./Assoc. Prof) in Ancient Near Eastern Studies, to begin 1 Jan. 2015
 * The successful candidate will have a PhD on an ancient Near Eastern topic and a demonstrable track-record of excellence in research and publication. Candidates who combine individual research, collaborative enterprise and an appetite for grant-seeking will be at an advantage. The successful applicant will have solid experience of teaching Hittite, Akkadian and Sumerian to undergraduate and postgraduate students and an interest in embedding the ancient Near East more widely in the School’s curricula. He or she will also be expected to supervise research students in ancient Near Eastern topics and to make a major contribution to the teaching of Near Eastern literature (ancient and modern) in translation
 * To apply for the vacancy or download a job description, please visit www.soas.ac.uk/jobs. No agencies.
 * Deadline: 25 Nov. 2014
 * Intend to interview 15 Dec.

University of Bergen (NOR) - Middle East and Muslim Africa

 * Associate Professorship in the history of the Middle East and Muslim Africa.
 * Start date unclear, so posted (link above) on the African/Middle East History 2013-2014 page

University of Central Oklahoma (USA:OK) - Middle East/North Africa

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of the Middle East/North Africa
 * "specific geographic area and chronological period of specialty open."
 * Teaching Load: 4/4 "at all levels of the graduate and undergraduate curriculum; upper-division courses and graduate seminars in field of specialization, World History, and historical methods. The successful candidate will be encouraged to develop interdisciplinary courses and collaborate with other programs on campus. The department, college, and university emphasize excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service"
 * PhD must be in hand by start of employment
 * Visit https://jobs.uco.edu/ to submit application materials, which include an online faculty application with cover letter discussing research interests and teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and transcripts.
 * Review begins: 12 Jan. 2015 and continues until position filled.

University of Michigan (USA) - Assyriology
-   Video Interviews held Jan 12-16, 2015
 * 9-month Assistant Professorship in Assyriology to begin Sept. 2015
 * Candidates must have a Ph.D., and those whose scholarship and teaching focus on one or more of the areas of Sumerian language, literature, and culture, are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates are also expected to have native or near-native proficiency in English
 * The successful candidate will offer elementary and advanced instruction in Sumerian and Akkadian language, as well as content-based courses in cuneiform civilization. Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's training and experience.
 * Please submit a cover letter with a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of current and future research plans, evidence of teaching excellence, samples of syllabi and publications, and curriculum vitae. In addition, candidates should send three letters of recommendation. Application materials, except letters of recommendation, must be submitted electronically. Please submit your materials as email attachments to: assyriologysearch@sharepoint.umich.edu . The subject of your email must appear as follows: "Last name, First name". For example: Doe, Jane. Letters of recommendation should be emailed as PDF files to assyriologysearch@umich.edu
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2015

Auburn University (USA:AL) - SubSaharan and/or African Diaspora

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Subsaharan African and/or African Diaspora History, to begin 16 Aug. 2015
 * The primary field of specialization is open in terms of geography and chronology.  We seek candidates who can contribute to the department’s programs in world history and the university’s Africana Studies program.
 * Ph.D. in History before employment date is desired, but outstanding candidates who are in the final stages of dissertation writing (ABD) will be considered.
 * To apply for this position, please visit the following link: https://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/.  Applicants will be required to attach a letter of application, vita, a teaching portfolio including student and peer evaluations (if available) and course syllabi, a writing sample, graduate transcripts, and the names and email addresses of three references.
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2014
 * Request for Skype interview, 12/15 (x3)

Brandeis University (USA:MA) - African/African diaspora [open rank]

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Arican and African diaspora history, to begin Fall 2015
 * May consider a more senior hire
 * We are especially interested in candidates with proven leadership experience and a commitment to departmental development.
 * PhD must be in hand by start date
 * Teaching Load: 2/2 The successful applicant will be expected to teach introductory and core courses in African history, in addition to courses in their area of expertise.  Candidates should demonstrate a developed research agenda, a strong record of publication, and evidence of teaching excellence
 * Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, an article or chapter length writing sample and three letters of reference on Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4573.  Questions about the position can be directed to: Chad Williams, Chair, African and Afro-American Studies Department (chadw@brandeis.edu).
 * Review begins 1 Nov. 2014 and continues until position filled.
 * Skype interview scheduled 11/20
 * Campus visit scheduled

Bridgewater State University (USA:MA) - Sub-saharan or South Asian

 * tenure track assistant professorship in Sub-Saharan, or South Asian History, to begin Fall 2015
 * PhD in history required
 * Duties include teaching upper-division courses in the area of specialization, and lower-division courses in World history; advising undergraduate and graduate students; and participating in departmental and university decision-making processes and activities."
 * Applicants should be strongly committed to excellence in teaching and advising, and to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversity. They should also have an ability to use technology effectively in teaching and learning, the ability to work collaboratively, evidence of scholarly activity, and a commitment to public higher education. Two-thirds of Bridgewater State University's first-time full-time freshmen students identify as first-time college students, from low-income families, and/or as students of color. In the last decade, we have done extensive work as an institution on how to help students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse learning styles achieve academic excellence. Candidates interested in contributing to that ongoing work are especially encouraged to apply.
 * Deadline and application details not stated in ad.
 * H-net ad indicates review of applications will begin on Dec 1 (H-net link )
 * Crossposted to Asian History 2014-15
 * Will they do interviews at AHA?
 * BSU does not interview at the AHA. Phone interviews and then campus visits.
 * Have they contacted anyone for Phone interviews? When do they intend to do these interviews? Thanks.
 * Received a request for a phone interview last Friday (12/19). Phone interview in mid-January. (x2)
 * Field of specilization? Sub-Saharan or South Asia?
 * Sub-Saharan

Brown University (USA:RI)

 * Tenure-track appointment Assistant professorship in African History, to begin 1 Jul. 2015 'or as soon as possible thereafter'
 * Research interests may be in any region exclusive of Lusophone or Anglophone southern Africa. The successful candidate will be able to offer graduate and undergraduate courses that cross regional and chronological divisions.
 * Ph.D. or equivalent is required by time of appointment.
 * Interested candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/25172
 * Review of applications will begin 1 Oct. 2014.
 * Any movement? (10/31) x2 - I wonder if its safe to assume longlisters have been contacted by now? (11/20)
 * Skype interviews were held 11/5, 11/7, 11/11, and 11/12
 * Requested dissertation 11/21
 * Were you previously interviewed?
 * No
 * Campus invites?
 * Any movement? (x4)

===Bucknell University (USA:PA)- [Open rank] modern sub-Saharan Africa===
 * Open rank, full-time, tenure track appointment (joint with Dept of History & International Relations) for a historian of Modern Sub-Saharan Africa, to begin in July 2015.
 * The successful candidate's scholarship and teaching must operate from within the historical experience of Sub-Saharan Africa. She or he will teach undergraduate courses in history and international relations on the history of Modern Africa in general, courses on more specialized topics in history and international relations, and courses in her/his area of research or regional specialization. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in History at time of application and a commitment to diversity.
 * Exceptional candidates may be eligible for a MacArthur Professorship in History, which would include guaranteed research funding for five years.
 * Submit a letter of application; a curriculum vitae; a teaching portfolio; a statement of research; a sample of scholarship; and, three letters of recommendation.
 * Applications are only accepted through Interfolio ByCommittee. Please go to http://apply.interfolio.com/25503.
 * Review of applications will begin on 17 Oct. 2014
 * Any  movement here? (11/18/14)
 * Some candidates have had skype interviews (11/23/14)

City College of New York (USA:NY)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African History, to begin 26 Aug. 2015
 * All periods and specializations are welcome except North Africa. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and M.A. courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise, as well as courses that contribute to the college’s general education curriculum.
 * Minimum qualifications include Ph.D. by date of appointment; evidence of excellent scholarly potential; and commitment to teaching, research, and program service.
 * To apply, please view the job posting (Job ID 11433) at http://www.cuny.edu/employment/jobsearch.html, and follow all instructions.
 * From the job posting: "All applications must be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter, CV, chapter length writing sample, sample syllabi, a summary of current and future research interest, teaching portfolio, including statement of teaching interests and evaluations. Three confidential letters of recommendation and hard copies of all the above material should be sent separately to: Professor Craig Daigle, Department of History, NAC 5/144, City College of New York, 160 Convent Avenue, New York, NY 10031"
 * Deadline: not stated in ad, ad expires 28 Dec. 2014.
 * Deadline on CUNY Job Site says "Open until filled, with review of applications to begin November 15th, 2014."
 * Additional Materials requested (Full Dissertation and Syllabi of courses that have been or are being taught) 11/7
 * Received email indicating that they will not hold conference/Skype interviews; instead they will determine who to invite for campus interviews at a committee meeting on Dec 4
 * Anyone heard from the committee? (x3)
 * After email inquiry, informed that search committee is scheduled to reconvene on January 6--because they had more applications to consider than expected. (12/19)
 * Any news 1/9? (x2)
 * On-campus interviews scheduled

College of Charleston (USA:SC) - Pre-Colonial West or Central Africa

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in pre-colonial African History, "with preference given to applicants whose research and teaching focus on west or central Africa", to begin August 2015
 * Candidates must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. in African history by August 2015, when the position begins
 * Candidates must have a firm commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts and sciences environment. In addition to upper-level and graduate courses in pre-colonial Africa, the ability to teach general education pre-modern and/or modern history surveys is essential. Promise of excellence in teaching and research are required; teaching experience and publications are preferred. Initial interviews of selected applicants will be conducted via Skype.
 * Apply online at JOBS.COFC.EDU. Submit: a detailed letter of application including current and projected research agenda, curriculum vitae, unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required for hiring), writing sample, sample syllabi, and contact information for three reference providers who will submit letters of recommendation online. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Tim Carmichael, search committee chair, at [mailto:carmichaelt@cofc.edu carmichaelt@cofc.edu].
 * Deadline: 10 Nov. 2014
 * Scheduled Skype Interview, 11/21 (x2)
 * Invited to campus, 12/19

Hood College (USA: MD) - Non-Western History

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in history, with a speciality in Non-Western history, to start August 2015.
 * See full posting on the World/Global History 2014-15 page.

Indiana State University (USA:IN) - African Studies

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African Studies and History, to begin Aug. 2015
 * The successful candidate must have a primary research and teaching interest in the social, cultural, or historical aspects of life in Africa. He/she will teach primarily at the undergraduate level, including general courses in African cultural traditions and the African diaspora, as well as advanced courses in his/her specialty. Ability to teach a survey course in African history is desired, and he/she may advise students in the graduate program in history.
 * A Ph.D. at time of appointment (August 2015) is preferred, but those who will be advanced ABD candidates will be considered.
 * Applicants should apply online at: https://jobs.indstate.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1416329261202
 * Review begins: 15 Jan. 2015 and continues until position filled.

Kings College London (UK) - Modern

 * Lecturer (~tenured Asst/Assoc Prof) in Modern African History, to begin 1 Sept. 2015
 * Applications are welcome from scholars with expertise in any area of nineteenth- or twentieth-century African history, including connections between Africa and otther continents. Applications from candidates with the demonstrable ability to attract external grant funding, and/or to engage with public and policy-making audiences, would be particularly welcome
 * All candidates should have reseach expertise in modern African history, and an enthusiasm for teaching this subject at university level. They should have completed a PhD in this area by the date of appointment. They should be prepared to teach both specialist undergraduate and MA modules in their area of expertise, and to supervise PhD students.
 * Deadline: 5 Jan. 2015
 * Intend to interview 28 Jan.

La Salle University (USA:PA) - Sub-Saharan

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Sub-Saharan African History, to begin Fall 2015
 * (pending budgetary approval)
 * Competitive candidates must have a Ph.D. in hand by the time of appointment and must have prior higher education teaching experience.  Applicants must also be prepared to teach undergraduate survey courses in global history, as well as upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in African history.
 * Please send a cover letter, CV, and three letters of reference to Stuart Leibiger, Chair, Department of History, La Salle University, 1900 West Olney Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19141-1199
 * La Salle University is a Roman Catholic university in the tradition of the De La Salle Christian Brothers and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to our unique educational mission.  For a complete mission statement, please visit our website at www.lasalle.edu.
 * For full consideration 1 Jan. 2015

Luther College (USA: IA) - [Non-TT; VAP]

 * Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor in African History, to begin Feb 2015
 * To teach 7 courses, 3-3-1: " for Spring Semester 2015, Fall Semester 2015, and a four-week January-term course in 2016" " Teach survey courses in African history; other African history courses within the candidate's area of specialization; and Paideia 111 and 112, an all-college interdisciplinary course for first-year students that includes writing instruction"
 * Ph.D. in African history at time of appointment preferred; ABD in African history required.  (ABDs will be hired at the rank of Instructor)
 * All application materials should be submitted electronically to the following website: https://luthercollege.hiretouch.com)
 * Review begins: 30 Sept 2014 and continues until position filled

Mississippi State University (USA:MS) - African or African Diaspora

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African or African Diaspora History, to begin August 2015
 * A Ph.D. by time of appointment is required. Expertise in African environmental, African diaspora, or Imperialism/nationalism/anti-colonialism are preferred. Evidence of successful teaching and publications are also preferred.
 * Teaching load: 2/2 Successful applicants must be able to participate in the department’s specialties of International Security/Internal Safety or Agricultural, Rural and Environmental History.
 * Please include e-mail address to facilitate contact. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Professor Alan I Marcus, Head, Department of History, Mississippi State University, Mailbox H, Mississippi State, MS 39762. You may also apply and send your documentation via email at aimarcus@history.msstate.edu.  Candidates must complete the Personal Data Information Form at jobs.msstate.edu.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2014
 * Short-list for AHA set (confirmed via email inquiry) (12/18)
 * Any word?

Pomona College (USA: CA)

 * Tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, jointly appointed in the Department of History and the Intercollegiate Department of Africana Studies, with a focus on African history and the African diaspora. Ph.D. in hand or expected by August 2015.
 * Apply at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4334
 * To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by 24 Oct. 2014
 * Any news (11/11)?
 * Anything (11/18)???
 * Skype interviews scheduled
 * On campus interviews?
 * Any news (1/6)?

​Princeton University (USA: NJ)
Apply at https://jobs.princeton.edu [Requisition Number 1400622]
 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African history, to begin 1 Sept. 2015
 * The time period and field of specialization are open. We welcome applications from those who locate African history in a comparative, regional, or global context, but the candidate's expertise and interests should be principally based on research in sub-Saharan Africa. Teaching responsibilities include: undergraduate survey lecture courses on pre-colonial and/or colonial-, and postcolonial African history and upper level undergraduate seminars and graduate seminars on specialized topics.
 * Applicants should provide a detailed letter of application, curriculum vitae, dissertation abstract, and dissertation chapter outline and one chapter- or article-length writing sample. Applicants should also provide contact information for at least three recommenders as part of the online application process. AA/EOE.
 * Review begins: 1 Oct 2014, but applications will be considered until the department chooses to close the search.
 * Anyone heard anything? (10/31)
 * Job talks scheduled
 * did they skip the interview stage and go straight to campus visits?
 * yes, that's Princeton's m.o.
 * Any updates? (1/12)

Rice University (USA:TX)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African History, Open to all periods and subfields
 * PhD must be in hand by 1 Nov. 2015
 * standard teaching load: 2/2
 * Applicants should send a letter of application, a sample article-length publication or dissertation chapter, and c.v., and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent, all to this address:  African History Search Committee, Department of History MS-42, Rice University, P.O. Box 1892, Houston, Texas 77251-1892, USA.  Electronic submissions welcome via hist@rice.edu
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2014
 * Request for Voluntary Self-Identification (11/21)(x2)
 * Anyone heard anything?
 * Interviews scheduled?
 * Interviews scheduled at AHA (x1)
 * Rejection Email (12/15)

Skidmore College (USA:NY) - History & Theory of African or Latin American Visual/Material Culture

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history and theory of African or Latin American visual/material culture
 * Research may focus on any type of art/artifacts in any period; teaching range should include introductory, intermediate, and upper-level courses. We seek applicants whose scholarship demonstrates an interest in trans- or inter-cultural exchange, and whose pedagogy supports the interdisciplinary study of cultural difference in a diverse classroom.
 * Applicants should demonstrate how they would contribute to building an inclusive community and fostering academic excellence, civic engagement, and global awareness at a liberal arts college. The application must include a separate statement that explains how the candidate engages questions of diversity in his/her pedagogy and, if applicable, scholarship. Please provide specific examples.
 * Deadline: 9 Jan. 2015
 * Crossposted to Latin American History 2014-15
 * Also posted at Art History 2014-2015

===University of Arkansas - Little Rock (USA:AR) - African American/ African Diaspora===
 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African American and/or African Diaspora History
 * See full posting (link above) on North American History 2014-15 page

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville (USA:AR) - sub-saharan

 * tenure track assistant professorship in sub-saharan African history, to begin Aug. 2015
 * Phd must be in hand by appointment date.
 * Teaching load: 2/2 The successful candidate will mainly teach upper-level and graduate courses in Modern Sub-Saharan Africa.
 * lease upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and 3 letters of recommendation to Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/25191. If you are unable to upload materials electronically, send your application materials to Modern Sub-Saharan Search Committee, c/o Brenda Foster, Department of History, 416 Old Main, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701-1201.
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2014
 * Intend to interview at the AHA
 * AHA interview request 11/24 x2

University of British Columbia (CAN)

 * tenure track assistant professorship in African History, to begin 1 Jul. 2015
 * "  The search committee invites applicants working in all fields and periods of African history except North Africa/Maghreb.  We are looking for candidates whose research and interests will complement and enhance those of our current faculty.  One such example would be a focus on the pre-modern period."
 * Candidates must possess a Ph.D. (or provide solid indication of imminent completion), and they should provide evidence of excellence in research, as demonstrated by their published contributions or by potential contributions to the scholarship of their field.
 * Teaching load: 2/2 [12 credit] In addition to offering courses within his or her area of specialization, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the university’s interdisciplinary undergraduate program in African Studies.
 * Applicants must apply only through the UBC faculty careers website, http://www.facultycareers.ubc.ca/18779  and they must upload (in the following order): a cover letter or letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a summary of current and future research interests, no more than three samples of their written scholarship, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Only completed applications will be considered by the search committee; in this matter, there can be no exceptions.
 * The applicants also should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent by email to Ms. Janet Mui, the coordinator of the search, at janet.mui@ubc.ca. Alternatively, the letters of reference may be mailed to: Ms. Janet Mui, African History Search, Department of History, University of British Columbia, #1297-1873 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1, Canada. Questions may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Paul Krause, krause@mail.ubc.ca
 * Deadline: 15 Sept. 2014.
 * Some candidates have been contacted for telephone interviews as of mid-October.
 * Received very nice rejection email (post-phone-interview) 11/10 (x2)
 * Received very nice rejection email (no phone interview) 11/10
 * has the position been filled?
 * Candidate was offered the position. Candidate accepted offer. 12/15
 * Any idea who it is?

University of California, Riverside (USA:CA)

 * Tenure track assistant professor of African History, to begin 1 July 2015
 * We seek candidates specializing in sub-Saharan Africa in any period after 1400 CE, with particular interest in scholars who address the history of Africa and Africans in innovative regional, global or comparative contexts
 * Desired qualifications: Ph.D. in History or a relevant field; documented research record and strong agenda for future research; evidence of teaching excellence and mentoring experience. We welcome candidates who also participate in the dissemination of historical knowledge to broader publics via diverse channels.
 * Applicants must use UCR's online portal to submit the following material: cover letter; curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; writing sample. Evidence of teaching and mentoring should be submitted if available. Letters and inquiries should be addressed to: Professor J.P. Brennan, Chair, Search Committee, Department of History, University of California, Riverside, at [mailto:james.brennan@ucr.edu james.brennan@ucr.edu].
 * Review begins: 5 Nov. 2014 and continues until position filled
 * phone interviews scheduled 11/10
 * How did they manage to go through all of those applications in 5 days?!
 * Maybe an internal candidate?
 * Not likely- I know one of those on the search committee, and my understanding is that they've sped up the process (at the whims of the departmental chair, and against the desires of the search committee) in response to the large number of similar positions open at the same time.
 * Skype interviews scheduled 11/14
 * on campus interviews? Scheduled for December.
 * An offer has been made 12/15
 * It appears that the offer fell through- a fourth candidate is coming on January 15th 1/10
 * A fourth candidate came- but, without revealing anything, the last editor clearly didn't know what they were talking about.... 1/15

University of Missouri - St Louis (USA:MO)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African History, to begin Aug. 2015
 * PhD must be in-hand by start date
 * Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, democracy, migration, environmental change, globalization, or other aspects of social change and transition in Africa.  Evidence of strong teaching is preferred and the ability to teach online courses is especially welcome.  Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. by the beginning of appointment service period
 * The department has a strong research mission, so consideration of promotion and teaching load will be tied to publication and other accomplishments in original scholarship.
 * Apply at: http://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/Careers%20with%20UMSL/index.html and look for Job 13876.  Your uploaded document should include a letter explaining research and teaching interests, a c.v., and a list of three references.  In addition, please arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to [mailto:kbartoni@umsl.edu kbartoni@umsl.edu], with “African Position” in the message title.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2014 and continues until positon filled
 * News? (11/18)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (USA:NC)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African History, with any chronological focus, to begin 1 July 2015
 * The department is especially interested in applicants specializing in the history of east, central or southern Africa.
 * Ph.D. must be in hand by the time of appointment.
 * To apply, please follow this link (https://unc.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/62208)  and submit on-line a cover letter, CV, and sample of your writing. At the time of application, candidates will also be required to identify the names, titles, and email addresses of professional references (four are required). The recommenders candidates identify will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their recommendation letters
 * Review begins: 15 Dec. 2014 and continues until position filled.
 * Intend to hold some interviews at the AHA.
 * Any word?
 * AHA interview scheduled, 12/22

University of Swaziland (SZ) - [Open Rank]

 * Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in History
 * Some preference for those with publications in African History
 * SHORT deadling: 11 Jul. 2014.
 * See original posting (above) on the Open Field or Mixed Hire 2014-15 page.

University of Virginia (USA:VA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in African History, to begin 25 Aug. 2015
 * Applications from candidates focused on the era of the Atlantic Slave Trade are especially welcome.
 * For appointment at the assistant professor level, applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. Candidates with ABD status may be considered for the position, with the title of acting assistant professor.
 * Candidates must apply through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu). Search on posting number 0614859 and electronically attach a cover letter describing research and teaching interests and experience, and a curriculum vitae. Applicants should also submit the names of three references and ask them to send letters directly to: Hist-Jobs@virginia.edu.
 * Review begins: 15 Oct. 2014 and position is open until filled
 * Invited to submit more materials, 11/10
 * Invited to Skype interview, 12/1
 * Invited for campus interview 12/12

Westfield State University (USA:MA)

 * tenure track assistant professorship in African History
 * Special consideration will be given to candidates whose research and teaching explores African empires, encounters between Africa and Europe, gender and sexuality studies, and Africa in transnational context.
 * Teaching Load: 4/4 "Teaching responsibilities will include some combination of introductory surveys (World and/or Western Experience) and upper division electives in African and modern European history"
 * Candidates must have a Ph.D. in African history and must demonstrate promise for excellence in teaching and student advising
 * An online application is required. Letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts may be required after the initial screening. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents: • Cover letter, • Curriculum Vitae
 * To apply, visit http://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=54078
 * Review begins immediately [posted 17 Oct 2014] and continues until position filled
 * Invitation to Preliminary Interviews @ AHA, 12/8 x3

Agnes Scott College (USA:GA) - Modern

 * Tenure track assistant professorship of Modern Middle Eastern History
 * This is a cluster-hire. Agnes Scott is also conducting a search for a TT Middle East position in Religious Studies and in Women Studies/International Relations.
 * Teaching Load 3/2 "will include a survey of the Modern Middle East, at least one course supporting the college’s global learning initiative, and upper-level courses in the candidate’s specialty"
 * Ph.D. in History preferred; advanced ABDs considered.
 * To apply, submit cover letter, CV, and three recent letters of recommendation... historysearch@agnesscott.edu or to Mary Cain, Department of History, 141 E. College Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030. Additional materials—including syllabi, teaching evaluations, writing sample, and graduate transcripts—may be solicited from selected applicants later in the search process.
 * To see the job add go to:http://www.agnesscott.edu/employment/faculty-openings/assistant-professor-of-history-modern-middle-east.html
 * Deadline: 20 Nov. 2014
 * Intend to interview at the AHA "but it is not necessary for applicants to attend the conference to be eligible for this position."
 * Request for phone interview 11/25
 * Phone interview actually a pre-interview to decide whether to invite to AHA! (yes, now the process is going that far!)
 * Any updates re: AHA?
 * Invite for AHA (12/9).
 * Specialty, status? Any more AHA interviews? Also, out of curiousity, did any men get phone interview requests? Yes, men received interview requests.
 * That's a weird observation. why can't they only interview women candidates? this institution is in the South, hope the candidates respect their values. stay home otherwise!
 * I don't think the question is so weird for a women's college, though I assume that the school interviews the best qualified candidates, men or women. Excluding a sex or gender from consideration simply on that basis alone...I can only hope that such a thing is illegal. As a "value" it seems pretty retrograde.
 * Looking at their website, it seems that at least a third of the faculty are male. Would you be asking the same question if the job ad was for Smith College?
 * Sorry - to clarify, I was not the person who posed the question originally but merely commenting on the idea that it would, hypothetically, be OK to restrict interviews to a single sex. There's nothing here that seems questionable in their hiring practices.
 * rejection email received (12/15)
 * rejection email received (12/16)
 * kind, kind rejection letter (1/13)

Brigham Young University (USA: UT) - Near/Middle East

 * tenure track position in Near/Middle East History, to begin Aug. 2015
 * PhD required, rank open
 * Teaching load will include World Civilization survey courses, courses in field of specialization, and other core courses for the History major. About every fifth year, appointee will teach for one year at BYU’s Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies, which will include teaching core courses in ancient Near East, electives, and leading field trips related mostly to biblical history. Preference may be given to pre-modern specialists and/or candidates with competence in pre-modern topics.  Those with a strong research agenda and exceptional teaching ability are encouraged to apply.
 * Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
 * Potential applicants may visit the University’s web page at http://www.byu.edu.  Applicants must apply on-line https://yjobs.byu.edu and attach current curriculum vitae.  In addition, send letter of application, two writing samples, transcript(s), recent teaching evaluations, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee, Dept. of History, Brigham Young University, 2130 JFSB, Provo, UT 84602.
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2014.
 * Phone Interviews scheduled 23 Oct
 * Campus interviews scheduled 8 Nov

Brown University (USA:RI) - [Open Rank] 'long' 20th C

 * Open rank position in Modern Middle Eastern History, to being 1 Jul. 2014
 * PhD Must be in hand by start date
 * As part of a major new hiring initiative across multiple fields, the Watson Institute for International Studies and the Department of History at Brown University invite applicants for an open rank position for a historian of the modern Middle East during the long 20th century (from the late-19th century onwards).
 * All candidates should submit: 1) a cover letter describing research completed and planned, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a short writing sample, and 4) a teaching statement. Senior candidates should include the names of five references who will be contacted at the appropriate time by the search committee. Junior candidates should have three letters of reference uploaded to Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/26556.
 * For full consideraiton: 20 Oct. 2014 but position is open until filled
 * Any news about this job? x3
 * They're running multiple searches...
 * Anbody heard anything? x2 (12/03)
 * The search committee has not met, yet. They plan to send out invitations for Skype interviews by mid-December.
 * Any news?
 * Anyone contacted?
 * crickets... (12/15)
 * Skype interviews scheduled (12/17)
 * Field?

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

 * Open rank faculty search for historians, with pref. for specialism in Iran and Arabic World
 * See original posting (link above) on Open Field or Mixed Hire 2014-15
 * Deadline: 30 Nov. 2014

New York University (USA: NY) - History of Iran and the Persianate World (16th-early 20th c.)

 * Assistant professor of the history of Iran and the Persianate world from the 16th to the early 20thc, to begin 1 Sept. 2015
 * We are particularly interested in scholars whose research uses Persian primary sources to examine the society, economy, religion, or politics of the Persian-speaking world and diasporas, who would complement the department's strengths in comparative and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of the Middle East and the Muslim world.
 * Candidates must have the Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
 * To apply, visit the department website at http://meis.as.nyu.edu/ and use the "Employment" link to submit a detailed cover letter describing research and teaching experience, c.v., writing sample (an article or a dissertation/book chapter), syllabi, and three references.
 * Review of applications will begin on 1 Oct. 2014
 * Any updates on this position?
 * I interviewed a couple of weeks ago & have not heard back. They said they would decide who to invite within a week of the interview, so they have probably moved to campus visits.

Pennsylvania State University (USA: PA) - Modern Middle East/Jewish History

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in modern Middle East Studies and Jewish history, to begin August 2015.
 * Candidates must have the Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
 * Review of applications will begin on 1 Nov. 2014
 * Also posted at Jewish Studies 2014-2015
 * Contacted for Skype interview, 11/5
 * Campus interview
 * Any news post campus interview? 12/23
 * They made an offer 12/24.

Rider University (USA:NJ) - Middle East and/or South Asian

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of the Middle East and/or South Asia, to begin 1 Sept. 2015
 * The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in his or her specialized fields and a world history survey, as well as periodically to offer a research or methods seminar.   PhD required.   Evidence of scholarly potential and commitment to undergraduate teaching is essential; teaching experience preferred
 * All applicants must complete an online application at www.rider.edu/hr, ‘Employment Opportunities’, ‘Create Application’, and attach letter of application (including teaching philosophy and research agenda), curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation.   Materials can be sent separately to Associate Director, Human Resources, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ  08638-3099, Position No. 312174
 * Review begins 1 Oct. with a hard deadline of 15 Nov. 2014
 * Crossposted to Asian History 2014-15
 * I mailed  my recommendation letters to the Associate Director, Human Resources. I was unable to get a confirmation. I  am wondering how I can confirm if they received my letters.Any suggestions ???
 * did you use interfolio?  They garauntee the delivery.
 * Yes I did, As the letters were sent to the Associate Director and not to the department, I just wanted to confirm if the dept received them, but they do not have  contact information of any professor who I can reach to get a confirmation.
 * Any news?
 * Nothing on this end...
 * Any news(12/05.2014)
 * Invitation to interview at AHA (12/7) x2
 * Invitation for first-round interview on campus presumably because I live nearby (12/8)
 * Area of specialization and status? Middle East or South Asia? ABD, TT, or Non-TT? Thanks
 * ABD, focus on Middle East
 * Any news after the AHA interview?
 * They said they would contact candidates for campus visits by 1/19.  No word yet.

Seattle University (USA: WA) - Modern

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in modern Middle Eastern History beginning September 2015.
 * This position includes a primary appointment in International Studies and an associate appointment in the Department of History.
 * Candidates with interdisciplinary interests and an ability to teach on the history of Islam or gender are encouraged to apply.
 * Seattle University, founded in 1891, is a Jesuit Catholic university located on 48 acres on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. More than 7,700 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools.
 * Applicants should submit materials online at https://jobs.seattleu.edu. Please include a cover letter of interest and qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate transcript(s), and the names and contact information of three references (letters will be solicited upon submission of application).
 * Screening of applicants will begin on 15 Nov. 2014.
 * Any news on this one?
 * No news so far (12/03)
 * Interview request (12/03)
 * Area of specialization and status?
 * Has the first round of Skype interviews already ended? If so, any news on campus invitations?
 * campus visits scheduled (12/19)

Seoul National University (KOR) - Open Rank, Modern Middle Eastern Studies

 * Professorship in Modern Middle Eastern studies (open rank), ideally to begin 1 Mar 2015
 * Candidates are expected to have expertise in modern history of the Middle East, contemporary Islam and/or politics. Those who combine strong research records and excellent command of relevant languages will be preferred.
 * PhD must be in hand AT APPLICATION
 * The successful candidate will be expected to teach up to 9 hours a week in English, covering a wide range of courses on contemporary Islam, modern history, thought and culture of the Middle East at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
 * Candidates should send us (eyi@snu.ac.kr) a letter of application, CV, description of courses that you would like to teach (sample syllabi), graduate transcript, and a sample of scholarly writing (book chapter or article). They should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the same address.
 * Review begins: 15 Oct. 2014 and continues until position filled

Skidmore College (USA: NY) - [Non-TT;VAP]

 * Full-time three year contract in Middle Eastern History, to begin Fall 2015
 * We invite applicants with an interest in any time period. Applicant will teach a three-three course load. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred, but qualified ABDs will be considered.
 * Applications will be accepted through 5th Nov. 2014. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Any news on this?
 * AHA interview request (12/5) x2

Tel Aviv University (ISR) - 20th C

 * Tenured or Tenure track position in the History of the Arab Middle East of the 20th C, to begin Oct. 2015 or 2016
 * The position requires teaching in Hebrew and the ability to conduct independent historical research in the 20th century history of the Arab Middle East. Candidates must hold a PhD, or receive a PhD before filling the position
 * Candidates should send their applications, including a CV and samples of publications or other written work, both in hard copy and mail to:Dr. Miri Shefer-Mossensohn, Chairperson, Department of Middle Eastern & African History, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv 69978, Israel, email: [mailto:Tau.MidEastHist.App@gmail.com Tau.MidEastHist.App@gmail.com]. Three letters of recommendation from senior scholars are to be sent directly to these addresses.
 * Deadline: 18 May 2014.

Texas Tech University (USA:TX) - Modern

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern Middle Eastern History " with preference for a candidate able to teach the History of Islam, to begin in August 2015"
 * PhD must be in-hand by date of appointment
 * " The successful candidate will be expected to teach both halves of the world history survey, as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise.  A strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching is required."
 * Send letter of application, c.v., sample of scholarly work, and three letters of reference to Dr. Jeffrey Mosher, Chair, Modern Middle East Search Committee, Department of History, Texas Tech University, Box 41013, Lubbock, TX 79409-1013...You may also apply online, attaching the required material, at http://www.texastech.edu/careers and click on ‘Faculty’ and then search openings, and then enter requisition number 2153BR.
 * Review begins: 5 Jan. 2015

University of Houston (USA:TX) - [open rank] - Modern
The successful candidate will have a distinguished record of publication and professional service commensurate with appointment to an endowed professorship
 * Associate or Full professorship in Modern Arab History
 * Teaching Load: 2/2
 * Responsibilities will include teaching graduate courses in Arab history, as well as undergraduate courses in the field.
 * To apply, please send a letter of application, c.v., and three letters of recommendation to: Professor Thomas F. O'Brien,  Chair, Modern Arab History Chair Search Committee, University of Houston, Department of History, 524 Agnes Arnold Hall,  Houston, Texas 77204-3003


 * Review begins: 1 Dec. 2014 and continues until position filled

University of Houston - Clear Lake (USA:TX) - Middle Eastern or East Asian

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Middle Eastern or East Asian History
 * See full posting (link above) on Asian History 2014-15 page

University of Massachusetts Amherst (USA: MA) Middle East Studies.
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 * Tenure track assistant professorship of Modern Middle East Studies, to begin 1 Sept. 2015
 * Discipline and sub-discipline are open, though the following are areas that the Department seeks to develop: Ottoman and/or contemporary Turkish society, Iran, Islam and society, and gender issues in the Middle East and North Africa.
 * Competitive applicants will have high-level language proficiency relevant to their field and will demonstrate an innovative, engaging and rigorous research agenda. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of undergraduate courses on the Middle East and North Africa, including large introductory and upper-level courses.
 * A Ph.D. is required at the time of hire
 * To apply submit the following materials: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, two writing samples no greater than 40 pages in length(as PDF) and the names and e-mail contact information for three references to the link below.
 * For full consideration; 12 Nov. 2014
 * Any news???
 * Dec 1 - Received email asking references to upload their letters
 * Has anyone heard anything? They are clearly not interviewing at the AHA, so what's the plan? Any ideas? 1/2 **Shrugs shoulders**

University of Michigan - Flint (USA:MI)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Middle Eastern History, to begin Aug. 2015
 * Preference for candidate able to teach Middle East diplomatic history.  Other teaching responsibilities will include courses in candidate's other areas of expertise and the world history survey course sequence. Participation in graduate instruction in Masters level programs in Liberal Studies and Social Sciences possible.  The History Department also currently provides support for teacher certification programs in history and social studies and Dual Enrollment Educational Partnership. Other upper and lower division courses in the applicant's specialty welcome. Program of scholarly production expected
 * Please send letter of application, c.v., graduate transcript, teaching evaluations and syllabi, writing sample, and at least three letters of recommendation to Dr. Roy S. Hanashiro, Chair, Search Committee, University of Michigan-Flint, History Department, Flint, Michigan 48502-1950
 * For full consideration: 9 Feb. 2015

University of Reading (UK) - 19th/20th C

 * Lectureship (~tenured Asst/Assoc Prof) in Middle Eastern History (19th/20thC), to begin 1 Sept. 2015
 * Applications are welcome from specialists in any area of modern Middle Eastern history. We would welcome particularly applications from candidates able to strengthen one of the Department’s core teaching and research interests, which include political, cultural, gender, and transnational history, and the history of ideas and beliefs.
 * The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher and researcher, able to deliver a range of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and possessing outstanding research potential. S/he will demonstrate an ability to develop innovative pedagogy, including the use of technology-enhanced learning techniques, and be able to make an appropriate contribution to the 2020 REF.
 * To formally apply, please visit www.reading.ac.uk/jobs or contact Human Resources, University of Reading, Whiteknights, PO Box 217, Reading RG6 6AH. Telephone +44(0)118 378 6771 (voicemail). Please quote the relevant reference number.
 * Deadline: 19 Jan. 2015