Asian History 2011-12

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Last year's (2010-11) jobs

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Asian University for Women (Bangladesh) - South or East Asian History

 * Assistant/Associate Professor in Asian history, specialising in South Asian or East Asian History
 * "Applicants are welcome to indicate a specific area of interest or expertise, and individuals interested in teaching pre-modern history are particularly encouraged to apply"
 * Deadline: Open Until Filled

Averett University

 * The Department of History and Political Science at Averett University in Danville, Virginia, invites applications for a tenure-track position in World History, with a specialty in any period and area of Asian history. A Ph.D. in history or a related area is required by August 2012.
 * The 4/4 teaching load includes survey courses in World/Western Civilization and upper-level courses in East Asia, India, and the Islamic World
 * send a cover letter, curriculum vitae with list of graduate courses taken, unofficial transcripts, and list of three references with contact information to history@averett.edu. The deadline for submitting applications is December 31, 2011.
 * Also posted at World/Global History 2011-12

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

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

George Mason University - Globalist, India/Pacific Rim

 * The George Mason University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, invites applications for the following positions to begin Fall 2012. Candidates in fields in English will be considered along with candidates in other disciplines in the college.
 * Two openings for Assistant Professor/Tenure Track faculty with specialties on India and the Pacific Rim. Seeking candidates whose research puts the specific regions of specialization in a global perspective. Candidates may come from any relevant discipline in the humanities and social sciences. Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment and demonstrated accomplishment or promise as a regional expert with a global reach. For full details and to apply visit http://jobs.gmu.edu/. Pacific Rim specialists apply for position number F9511z; India specialists apply for position number F9509z.
 * Review of applications will begin October 17 and continue until the positions are filled.
 * George Mason is a university characterized by global vision, global presence, and global accomplishment in outreach, education and research. Recognized by the Institute for International Education for internationalizing the campus, and by the Princeton Review for its diversity, Mason takes innovative approaches to education that often combine the study of globalization with regionally focused courses and language studies. To learn more about the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at George Mason University visit http://chss.gmu.edu/.
 * Also posted at Comparative 2012 & Global Studies

Hiram College

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Asian History
 * "The candidate should be able to teach several regional courses (e.g.China, India, Japan, Pacific Rim, etc.) as well as our two-course World History survey. Ultimately, however, our emphasis is on creativity more than coverage. We seek someone who can stage original courses that are thematically linked to their own research or pedagogical interests. Candidates will also be expected to support the college’s general education programs by teaching first-year writing-intensive classes or interdisciplinary courses linked to their research interests"
 * Review begins: Late December 2011

Loyola University New Orleans - Southeast or South Asian

 * tenure track, Assistant Professor, Southeast or South Asian history
 * must teach world history
 * Deadline: postmark by Nov 28
 * 2/3 load
 * 2/3 load pre-tenure, 3/3 after tenure received

University of Cincinnati - East or Southeast Asian

 * Assistant Professor in East Asian OR Southeast Asian History
 * East Asian "preferably Japan, but not excluding Korea or pre-20th century China", or any period of South Asian History.
 * Phd by 31 Jul. 2012.
 * Deadline: 21 Nov. 2011.

University of Cincinnati-- Islamic World, Pre-1800

 * The Department of History at the University of Cincinnati seeks an historian trained in the pre-modern, medieval, or early modern history of the Islamic world or any portion thereof for a tenure-track position. The candidate should expect to participate in teaching Islamic world and regional surveys as well as upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in his/her specialty. The ability to teach comparative, thematically oriented courses is also welcome.
 * Teaching load: 2-2
 * Significant supplemental support for faculty research is available through the university's Charles Phelps Taft Research Center
 * PhD by 31 Jul. 2012
 * Deadline: 21 Nov. 2011.
 * Cross-posted under World/Islamic history 2011-12 and Africa/Middle East Mixed Specialty

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

 * Non-tenure track, renewable, appointment in non-Western history. Primary teaching responsibilities include undergraduate World Civilizations and/or U.S. History Survey courses. The ideal candidate will be able to periodically offer upper level courses in Asian or other non-Western history areas
 * Earned Ph. D. in History, from an accredited university with a specialization in a field of Asian or other non-Western history preferred; ABD considered.
 * Send letter of application, c.v., graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and sample syllabi or other teaching materials, if available, to Dr. Robert Carriker, Chair, Instructor Search Committee, Department of History and Geography, Box 42531, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA 70504-2531. For initial consideration applications should be received by February 15, 2012. AA/EOE

University of Wisconsin, Madison - Transnational Asian History since 1500

 * Tenure track assistant professor of Transnational Asian History since 1500
 * "Candidates should demonstrate evidence of creativity and excellence in research dealing with transnational exchange or interaction among cultures, societies, regions or states within Asia. Possible realms of exchange include, but are not limited to, intellectual, religious, economic, environmental, military, or political relations."
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2010
 * 2011, not 2010...reworded from last year's "diasporas..." search... now it's "transnational asia..." hmm
 * This is a different search, the diaspora position was decided.
 * "Receipt of materials" letter received. (Professional)
 * Request for additional publications (11/15)
 * Anyone else asked for materials?
 * Yes
 * Yes, asked to send dissertation, book, or publications (11/15)

Virginia Tech - pre-20th c. European or Asian History

 * Assistant Professor, Pre-20th-Century Continental European or Asian History
 * The History Department and the interdisciplinary doctoral program ASPECT (Alliance for Social, Political, Ethical, and Cultural Thought) at Virginia Tech seek an innovative, theoretically engaged cultural or intellectual historian with research and teaching interests that focus on pre-twentieth-century Continental Europe or Asia and emphasize issues of race, gender, or ethnicity. Applicants whose research engages global/transnational perspectives, who are committed to using new media and emerging technologies in teaching and research, and who will contribute to one of the department's emerging areas of inquiry (Identity, Politics, and Power; Science, Technology, and the Environment; Knowledge Production and Transmission) are especially encouraged to apply. This position is part of a cluster hire in ASPECT (http://www.aspect.vt.edu), although the tenure home will be in the History Department (http://www.history.vt.edu).
 * The Carnegie Foundation classifies Virginia Tech as a university with “very high research activity.” The normal teaching load in the History Department is two courses per semester.
 * Candidates must apply on-line at https://listings.jobs.vt.edu (posting number 0110985) and upload a letter of application, CV, a short (1-2 pp.) research précis that stresses the applicant’s theoretical contributions, a short (1-2 pp.) statement of teaching philosophy that stresses the applicant’s ability to teach and mentor doctoral students in an interdisciplinary social theory/humanities program, and an article-length writing sample. Screening of applications begins on October 31, 2011. Please have three letters of recommendation sent to: History/ASPECT Search Committee; Virginia Tech Department of History (0117); Blacksburg, VA 24061. Search Chair: Mark Barrow, barrow[at]vt[dot]edu
 * Also posted at European History 2011-12
 * Interviews, 11/21

Wright State University - South or East Asian History

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in South Asian or East Asian History 19th and/or 20th C
 * "Candidates should hold (by August 16, 2012) a Ph.D. in history or relevant interdisciplinary area, preferably with a focus on China or India, and be committed to interdisciplinary work"
 * Deadline for full consideration: 1 Dec. 2011

Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

 * 18-month (January 2012-June 2013) full-time Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor position in Pacific World/Asia-Pacific Studies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a broad, interdisciplinary perspective on interregional and Pacific Rim themes, with emphasis on Chinese or East Asian history.
 * Ph.D by time of appointment preferred. Teach courses in Pacific World/Asia-Pacific history as well as one course per semester in the College's General Studies program.
 * Teaching load is six four-hour courses per year.
 * Salary depends on qualifications. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of excellence in teaching.
 * Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Robert Gregg, Dean of Arts and Humanities, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, AA23, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205-9441.
 * Application review will begin July 25, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.

Appalachian State University

 * The Department of History at Appalachian State University invites applications for a tenure-track nine-month faculty position at the rank of assistant professor in East Asian History beginning August 2012.
 * The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, courses in General Education, World History, and East Asian History. Responsibilities also include student advisement, curriculum development, maintenance of an active program of scholarship, and participation in service activities.
 * Applicants must send a complete application consisting of a letter of application, a c.v., and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to: East Asian History Search Committee Chair, Appalachian State University, Department of History, Boone, NC 28608-2072. Electronic applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
 * Received their notice of receipt in the mail (10/21) (x2)
 * Somebody posted that they had been contacted for permission to get in touch with references here, then somebody else deleted it. What's up?
 * This is the original post : "Contacted by email for permission to go ahead and contact references (11/2)" - I think it may have been deleted accidentally as someone else was having trouble posting another job .... that said, please do not delete information that others post on this wiki! Una74 20:04, November 2, 2011 (UTC)
 * [posted 11/28]: phone interviews done

Austin Peay State University
-ABD will be considered if all requirements are completed by date of hire. -Evidence of excellence in teaching and scholarship. -A background search will be required of the successful candidate
 * Selectee will teach Japanese, Chinese and Korean history electives, World History Survey courses, and graduate level courses in Military History of Asia
 * -Ph.D in East Asian history.
 * A background check? WTF? Seriously, why the face?

Augustana College

 * Tenure track assistant (exceptional associates considered) professor on Modern East Asian History
 * "Preference will be given to applicants with specialization in Chinese history; we particularly encourage candidates with language competence in Chinese and/or Japanese."
 * "Accordingly, applicants with experience living in East Asia will be preferred."
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2011

Centre College (Kentucky)

 * tenure track asst. prof. in World History with specialism in either East Asia or Latin America preferred
 * (Link goes to posting on World History 2011-12 page, to keep discussion in one place)
 * Deadline: 14 Oct. 2011

C.W. Post, Long Island University

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of in East Asian history, pending budgetary approval. Area of specialization is open
 * PhD in hand by August, 2012. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and letters of recommendation to Chair, Department of History, Long Island University, CW Post, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville, NY 11548-1300. Applications must be received by December 5, 2011
 * Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the AHA Meeting in Chicago in January, 2012.

Eastern Connecticut State University

 * tenure-track Assistant Professor position in East Asian history to begin in August 2012. The period and area of specialization within East Asian history are open; but the successful candidate must be prepared to teach upper-division courses in modern Chinese and Japanese history (4/4)
 * Interested applicants should send a letter of application, teaching philosophy, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Ann Higginbotham, Chair, Department of History, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226

Emmanuel College

 * The History Department at Emmanuel College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in East Asian History, beginning in the Fall of 2012
 * Candidates are expected to be able to teach courses related to their specialty, as well as courses in the department, including world survey courses and Historical Methods and Research. We are particularly interested in candidates who will strengthen the overall program and develop courses in at least one of the following areas: cultural history, environmental history, gender studies, and nationalism. The teaching load for faculty at this rank is three courses per semester.
 * Applicants should include a cover letter emphasizing research interests, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of three references. Candidates must include all four documents in order to be considered for this position. Peer and/or student teaching evaluations are encouraged but not required.

Johns Hopkins University - East Asian Science & Technology

 * Bo Jung and Soon Young Kim Professorship in East Asian Science and Technology
 * "Rank is open and we encourage applications from scholars at all levels. At the Assistant Professor level, the position is tenure-track, and at the Associate Professor level or above, the position will carry tenure. Ph.D. required; junior scholars should complete all Ph.D. requirements by the summer of 2012."
 * Review begins: 15 Dec. 2011
 * [cross posted at Hist. Sci, Tech &amp; Med 2011-12]
 * same search as last year, see 2010-2011. Last year three of four to give talks were China specialists. Check out the previous history of this search going back to 2003.

Rutgers University Camden - East Asian History

 * Assistant Professor with research interest in East Asian history. Applicants must have the requisite language skills and the Ph. D. degree in hand at time of appointment.
 * Please send a letter of application, C.V., graduate transcripts, three signed letters of recommendation, and a substantial writing sample either to: History Search Committee Chair Lorrin Thomas, History Department, Rutgers University, 429 Cooper Street, Camden, NJ 08102 or to [mailto:lthomas2@camden.rutgers.edu lthomas2@camden.rutgers.edu]. If the writing sample is part of a larger piece, please send also an abstract and a table of contents or statement of how the writing sample fits into the larger work.
 * Please submit all materials by Dec. 9. Consideration of all applicants will begin immediately after. We will acknowledge all applications. Interviews will be conducted at the AHA meeting. http://www.camden.rutgers.edu/ - http://history.camden.rutgers.edu/
 * 2/2 teaching load
 * tenure track assistant professorship

Samford University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in East Asian History
 * "candidates must also have the ability to teach Chinese history"
 * PhD must be in hand before starting the appointment (August 2012)
 * Deadline: 14 Oct 2011
 * Application received
 * Contacted Oct 24 with request to respond to Statement of Christian Mission at Samford (x2)
 * shortlist for campus visits made (11/18)

Skidmore College

 * tenure track assistant professorship in East Asian History
 * "Applicants must be able to offer courses on modern Japanese and modern Chinese history. Preference will be given to those who can also contribute to one or more of Skidmore's interdisciplinary programs, which in addition to Asian Studies, include International Affairs, Environmental Studies, Gender Studies, and our first-year seminar."
 * Deadline: 12 Dec. 2011
 * Review of applications actually begins Nov. 15
 * In last several year, they had been hiring a one-year visiting scholar each year, and finally they are now hiring a TT scholar. What's going on there? Was it just a financial problem?

Texas Southern University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in East Asian History with a specialty in Chinese History
 * "Successful candidates should be able to teach World Civilization or U.S. History Survey courses"
 * Deadline: none stated (and note advert says position would start in 'fall 2011' - not clear if this is a typo)
 * Deadline was July 2011. I believe it was from last year's ad.

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in East Asian history.
 * The Department of History at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs invites applications for a tenure-track position, at the assistant professor level, in East Asian History, with a specialty in China and/or Japan. Requirements include survey courses in Chinese and Japanese history, and specialized upper-division courses. The successful candidate must be able to teach graduate courses in East Asian history, and to participate in a multi-discipline Humanities program. PhD is required at the time of the appointment.
 * Submit a CV, letter of application, list of 3 references and unofficial transcript. The successful candidate will be required to submit an official transcript of his/her terminal degree.
 * Review of applications will begin 1 November 2011 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Apply here: http://www.jobsatcu.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=66280
 * Contact: Dr. Chris Hill, email: chillatuccsdotedu
 * Notes:
 * Semester-based teaching load is a 2/3 in the History Department
 * Another note: I am a recent hire in this department and my colleagues are great, the students are solid, I have time for my research, and it is genuinely a collegial environment. I'll check back for questions periodically.
 * UCCS is not a research institution as far as I know. It is more of commuter college.
 * On the "research institution" note above. I am a faculty member of the department, and can tell you for certain that all faculty in the department have very active and vibrant research agendas, including many national research awards, external funding, etc. You will find here a healthy balance of active research and committed teaching.
 * A couple other points to consider about UCCS and its future:
 * We are growing! UCCS is in a strong growth trajectory. We are a very financially healthy institution = job security. See here: http://communique.uccs.edu/?p=4583
 * Regarding resident versus a commuter campus. About 10-15% of the UCCS student population lives on campus and many more live close by to campus. Our regents just approved the construction of more dorms because our population is growing. So again, we are increasingly becoming more a resident campus. See here: http://communique.uccs.edu/?p=4494 and http://communique.uccs.edu/?p=4686
 * We are a RESEARCH university. And now, it's official. See here: http://communique.uccs.edu/?p=3855 Since I joined the t-t faculty in fall 2010, in less than 12 months I've conducted two international research trips. Also, UCCS funded portions of these trips.
 * Has anyone heard anything in regard to this position at U.C.C.S.?
 * Currently receiving and reading applications. We will meet in the 2nd week of December to begin making longer short list. We hope to conduct phone interviews with semi-finalists either later in December or else in January, on-campus soon after that. Applications still open and welcome, please apply!
 * Have letter writers been asked to submit their letters of recommendation yet by e-mail? My recommenders say that they haven't been contacted yet....
 * Not yet -- selected candidates will be asked to provide letters later.

Valparaiso University

 * Tenure track assistant professor of East Asian history to begin August 2012. PhD and evidence of scholarship in Chinese and/or Japanese history required. Valparaiso University has a strong undergraduate Chinese and Japanese studies program and a Master of Arts in Chinese Studies program.
 * Ability to teach in the Freshman Core program is required and willingness to teach classes in Twentieth Century World History preferred.
 * Send letter of application, C.V., transcripts, supporting materials, and three recommendation letters by December 1, 2011, to Prof. Charles Schaefer, Department of History, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN 46383. Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition.

Widener University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern East Asian History
 * "specialization in modern China is particularly desirable, to work with the Chongqing/Widener Culture & Study Program"
 * " Widener is a teaching institution with a 3/4 teaching load"
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011

Amherst College

 * Tenure track assistant professor in South Asian History
 * "We welcome applications from candidates who specialize in any period but who are prepared to teach courses in both pre-modern and modern South Asian history."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011
 * acknowledgement of materials received, 11/2
 * acknowledgement of materials recieved, 7th Nov x2
 * Has anyone heard from them about interviewing?
 * It has only been a week since they sent out confirmations of receiving the applications. No SC moves that fast.

Anybody heard from them yet?

Has anybody been contacted for campus visits?

wait, campus visits? has any one heard about interviews from them? Phone interviews?
 * The secretary mentioned they were doing AHA interviews
 * AHA interviews have been scheduled. (11/29) x3

Binghamton University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in modern or early modern South Asian History
 * "In addition to contributing to the History Department's graduate and undergraduate programs, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Department of Asian and Asian American Studies"
 * Deadline: 1 Dec. 2011.

Colgate University

 * The History Department at Colgate University seeks a historian of South Asia at the Assistant Professor level, with teaching responsibilities beginning Fall Term 2012.
 * Send a letter of application, curriculum vita, and letters of recommendation via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/813


 * For full consideration apply by October 10, 2011, with phone or Skype interviews of leading candidates expected in early November and campus visits for finalists planned for later that month.
 * candidates contacted for first round interviews (10/18)
 * short list made for those invited to campus (10/28)
 * offer made

Columbia University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in Islamic South Asian History
 * "Applicants must have expertise in early modern and/or modern South Asian history, and a working knowledge of both Urdu and Persian. However, we invite applications from all periods and specializations."
 * PhD must be in hand by July 2012
 * Review of applications begins: 7 Sept. 2011
 * shortlist made. On-campus interviews commence the week of 17 October.
 * have these ended? No (11/12)
 * Any offers made?

Fordham University

 * tenure track assistant professorship in the modern history of South Asia
 * Phd in hand by 1 Sept. 2012
 * Deadline: 15 Nov. 2011
 * received notice of receipt of application (10/17); mentioned that they will begin the review on 11/15 x3

University of British Columbia (Canada)

 * Tenure Track Assistant Professorship in South Asian History, any period from c.1200 CE to the modern period
 * "Candidates who work in areas connecting South Asia to the Indian Ocean or to other regions of the world are particularly encouraged to apply"
 * PhD must be in hand by 1 July 2012
 * Deadline: 1 Oct. 2011
 * Anyone heard anything in response to an application yet?
 * Have they shortlisted candidates yet? It's been a month since the deadline...
 * Someone contacted for campus interview
 * Candidates have been shortlisted and campus visits scheduled.

University of Central Florida

 * Assistant Professor of Indian/South Asian History
 * Duties include conducting research and teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in modern Indian/South Asian history as well as providing service to the university. Position requires Ph.D. in History or a related field (foreign equivalent acceptable).
 * CVs must be sent to Dr. John Sacher, Department Chair, UCF History Department, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., CNH 551, Orlando, FL 32816-1350.
 * Application Deadline: September 12, 2011

===University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - South Asian History===
 * Full-time tenure-track beginning assistant professor position with a target start date of August 16, 2012. The department welcomes applicants specializing in any period of South Asian history.
 * Please create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.eduand upload application materials through this system.
 * All materials must be submitted by the closing date of October 25, 2011.
 * asked to submit all published writings (10/19/11) (x3).
 * Skype/Telephone interview scheduled (11/08/11) (x3)
 * How many have been scheduled?
 * Would be curious about that too - I had exchanges with their adminstrative staff and the head of the search committee during the "submission of published writings" phase 3 weeks ago and I've heard nothing since.
 * Have any campus interviews been scheduled? Yes.
 * How many campus interviews? They too are bypassing the AHA.

University of Massachusettes - Amherst

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History or Economics
 * "The position requires expertise relating to work and labor relations seen through the lens of South Asia or the South Asian Diaspora. We seek a scholar who can teach about South Asian labor and its interconnections to the globalizing world in ways that capture the effect of these processes on the lives of workers, their families, and their communities and how they have shaped the process of globalization"
 * Deadline: 4 Nov. 2011
 * Intend to Interview at AHA

University of Massachusetts - Boston

 * The University of Massachusetts Boston seeks to fill a tenure-track assistant professor who is a specialist in the cultural influences of Islam in South Asia in its historical and contemporary dimensions. Comparative attention to the culture of Islam in neighboring regions of Asia is desired. Possible areas of expertise include expressions of religiosity in the fields of architecture, music, literature, visual culture, festivals, and food. At this time, we are flexible about the specific disciplinary location of the applicant, but the ultimate departmental home will depend on the anchor that grounds the successful candidate's research and teaching. In your cover letter, please indicate how your research and teaching fit into an interdisciplinary framework.
 * Deadline: 11/14; review until filled.
 * Request for additional materials (writing sample) sent: 11/24.

University of Notre Dame

 * Tenure-track position in South Asian history at the assistant professor level. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in history. We are especially interested in those whose research focuses on colonialism and nationalism in India and who can teach courses on pre-colonial and modern South Asian history, India-Pakistan relations, and nationalism in South Asia.
 * Review of applications will begin October 15, 2011. Candidates should send a letter of application, C.V. and a list of references to Patrick Griffin, Chair, Department of History, 219 O'Shaughnessy, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556.
 * What's happening with this one?

University of Oregon

 * Tenure track assistant professor in South Asian History
 * PhD must be in-hand by time of appointment
 * Review of Applications begins: 15 Oct. 2011
 * Request to send all published writings, works in progress, and syllabi (11/9/11) (x2)

have they scheduled any interviews?

Anybody heard from them about campus interviews? has anybody heard from them?

William Paterson University

 * Tenure track assistant professor in South Asian History
 * Candidates must be able to "Teach upper division courses in areas of specialization, as well as survey courses in South Asian and world history. Area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who can also teach courses in Islamic history or who have training in world history. "
 * Review begins immediately [25 Oct]

Yale University

 * Tenure-track assistant professorship in South Asian history, to begin July 1, 2012.
 * Applications are invited from historians specializing in any period of South Asian history who have strong potential for achievement in scholarship, undergraduate and graduate teaching, and intellectual leadership.
 * Applications will be reviewed beginning September 1, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Send application letter, c.v., statement of research and teaching interests, a short (chapter or article length) writing sample, and three letters of reference to South Asian History Search, c/o Caryn Carson, Dept. of History, Yale University, P.O. Box 208324, New Haven, CT 06520. E-mail: [mailto:caryn.carson@yale.edu caryn.carson@yale.edu].
 * Update: 4 candidates shortlisted, 3 graduate students (Harvard and Princeton), one lecturer from UK
 * The final visitor is coming on November 3
 * Two offers made.
 * What is unclear? The department has extended offers to two applicants.
 * Great news. If only more universities adopted this practice, the (academic) world, would be a better place.
 * Are they hiring two people then?
 * Yes
 * Yes

Georgia Gwinnett University - SE Asia

 * Open rank faculty position in the History of South East Asia, period & specialization open
 * "The successful candidates will be expected to teach the world history and/or US history survey courses as well as courses within their specialties"
 * Review begins immediately [25 Oct]

Hamilton College

 * Two-year teaching post-doctoral fellowship for a scholar in any discipline in the Humanities or Social Sciences working on Southeast Asia to begin July 1, 2012.
 * We are especially interested in interdisciplinary teaching and research. The applicant’s facility with an Asian language is assumed. Preference given to applicants who will have recently completed the dissertation by the time of appointment, but ABDs nearing completion will be considered. Applicants must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research and teaching.
 * The successful candidate will teach three courses during the academic year and be housed in a department of his or her discipline.
 * The annual stipend is $50,000 for the candidate with degree in hand and a $5,000 fund to support scholarship.
 * Send a letter of application, c.v., dissertation abstract (Dissertation Abstracts Online version), graduate transcripts, at least three letters of recommendation, and course syllabi or proposals to Professor Thomas Wilson, Southeast Asian Studies Search Committee Chair, Asian Studies Program, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Road, Clinton, NY, 13323 (asianpd1@hamilton.edu).
 * The deadline for applications is November 1, 2011.
 * Hamilton College (http://www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college located in the Mohawk Valley of upstate New York; for applicants with dual-career considerations, Hamilton participates in the regional Higher Education Recruitment Consortium, which posts additional area employment opportunities at http://www.upstatenyherc.org. Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.

Barnard College - pre-Modern Chinese civilization

 * tenure track "junior rank" position in pre-Modern Chinese civilzation and humanities
 * "Candidates should demonstrate a broad interest in the cultures and civilizations of East Asia; areas of specialization may include cultural history, religion, literature, or philosophy."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011
 * Also posted at Chinese Language and Literature 2011-2012

Bowdoin College

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Chinese History "with a research focus on any area of pre modern history up to and including the late imperial period.".
 * "The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester, advise students, and supervise independent studies in pre-modern and modern Chinese history."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011

College of William and Mary

 * The Department of History at The College of William & Mary invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in Chinese history (field/period open) to begin August 2012.
 * Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. The requirements for teaching are two courses per semester, including East Asian surveys, freshman seminars and upper division courses in Chinese history, and occasional graduate seminars in comparative/transnational history; ability to teach global history would be an asset.
 * The successful applicant is also expected to contribute to the Asian and Middle Eastern Studies program. To apply, submit your letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references via William & Mary’s online recruitment system at http://jobs.wm.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2011.
 * Search committee got in touch by email to say they had compiled a "select list" and asked for additional materials (10/19)
 * Has anyone heard further news (11/4)?
 * Phoned to set up Skype interviews (11/6)
 * campus visits on

Colorado State University--Pueblo

 * The history department at CSU-Pueblo is searching for a tenure-track assistant professor in Chinese history to begin August 2012. Applications that are submitted by December 1, 2011, will receive full consideration.
 * "This tenure track, nine month (with summer teaching possibly available) position provides teaching, scholarship and advising/service to the history bachelor’s and master’s programs and the General Education Program. The occupant of this position will teach courses in Chinese history, comparative empires, and the World history sequence. Other possible teaching subfields are women’s history, Middle East and/or African history. Knowledge and experience teaching the history of a continent besides North America will be especially welcome."
 * "All interested candidates must apply through the online application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted. Applicants must attach a letter of intent (cover letter); a current curriculum vita; an unofficial transcript; a writing sample; and three letters of recommendation to your online application. All documents listed above except for the three letters of recommendation (which can be submitted to [mailto:hr@colostate-pueblo.edu hr@colostate-pueblo.edu] by December 1, 2011) must be attached before an application is submitted. Once submitted, application materials cannot be changed or updated. The University only requires the attachments above for the application process. **All other sections in the online system are not required.**
 * The department plans to interview a short list of candidates at the AHA meeting in Chicago.
 * There are more details on the HR website: http://www.colostate-pueblo.edu/HR/Employment/Pages/CurrentCareerOpportunities.aspx.
 * Submitted application at 12 PM 11/28. Got email asking for recommendations at 5 PM. Got rejection letter at 6:45 PM ("The Search and Screen Committee has completed the selection process for the Assistant Professor of History"). Recommendation letters didn't ship until the following morning at 4:45. Pretty tight ship they're running! Is this search finished, perhaps?
 * Intriguing. So has anyone been contacted for interviews?

Harvard University

 * Tenure track assistant/associate professor in Modern Chinese History
 * "...with strong preference for the period from 1911 to the present"
 * Deadline: 31 Oct. 2011

Kings College London (UK)

 * Lecturer (tenured ~Assistant/Assoc. Prof) in Contemporary Chinese History.
 * "Applications are welcome from scholars engaged in research into any aspect of Chinese History since 1945. The post holder will enjoy joint membership of the Department of History and the King's China Institute...It will be an advantage if the appointee brings links to the Chinese community within London and/or to relevant institutions and agencies in China."
 * Deadline: 1 Dec. 2011
 * Interviews 13 Jan. 2012

National University of Singapore

 * tenure track assistant, associate or full professor in the history of Imperial China
 * Deadline: 20 Nov. 2011
 * Anyone know anything about this search?

Newcastle University (UK)

 * Lecturer (tenured) in Modern Chinese History; open specialism
 * SHORT Deadline: 16 Oct. 2011
 * Campus interview on Nov. 16&17
 * Offer made on Nov. 18

Oakland University

 * Assistant professor in Modern Chinese History
 * Review begins: 12 Dec. 2011

Ohio University

 * Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in East Asian History, with a specialization in twentieth-century China. Applicants must have the requisite language skills, a strong record of research, and an agenda for future scholarly achievement. We seek a candidate able to teach upper-division courses in both Chinese and Japanese history as well as survey courses on East Asia, broadly conceived, and World History. The ability to teach the history of Southeast Asia is desirable but is not a requirement. The successful candidate must also be able to teach and advise students in our MA and PhD programs.
 * Ph.D. required by September 2012. We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
 * To Apply: Online quick application required. Please use this link to view the posting details and apply online: http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/522
 * Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 10/14/2011.
 * Skype interviews completed (10/25)
 * On-campus interviews announced.

Randolph-Macon College - Modern China

 * Entry level tenure-track appointment in the Department of History, beginning September 2012.
 * The annual seven course teaching load (4 in general education, 3 in major) will require the ability to teach major courses on Modern China; secondary fields are open but training in one of the following areas would be valued: South or South East Asia, but not Japan.
 * Interested candidates should submit electronically a cover letter addressing teaching philosophy and research interests, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, unofficial graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Ms. Susan Timberlake (stimberl@rmc.edu), subject line China. If possible, please submit as one attachment titled with the candidate's last name and first initial.
 * Review of applications will begin in mid-January & continue until the position is filled.

Tufts University

 * Tenure-track position in Chinese history at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the Fall 2012 semester. Specialists in all periods are welcome to apply. Candidates will be expected to teach two courses per semester, including surveys of pre-modern and modern periods (flexibly defined) in addition to specialized courses.
 * Send letter of application, CV, writing sample, and have three letters of reference sent directly to: Prof. Gary Leupp, Department of History, Tufts University, Medford, MA 02155 (gleupp@tufts.edu with copy to annette.lazzara@tufts.edu). Review of applications begins October 14, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Review of applications seems like it's starting even before the job is posted. What's the story?

UC Davis

 * The Department of History at the University of California, Davis, seeks to hire an historian of Late Imperial or Republican China with research interests in social, cultural, and/or gender history. Ability to teach a broad range of courses covering Late Imperial and 20th century China is essential; ability to teach a modern World History course is desirable. The appointment will be made at the assistant professor level.
 * Applicants must complete the PhD by time of appointment. The deadline for submission of application and letters of recommendation is October 15 or until the position is filled. Applications will only be accepted online at http://his.facultysearch.ucdavis.edu
 * Does anybody hear anything about this search?
 * Not yet...
 * Still nothing? This search failed last year, would be a pity if that happened again.

University of Chicago

 * tenure track assistant or tenured associate professor in 20th century Chinese History
 * "The area of specialization is open, although the Department encourages candidates to apply who are working on politics, culture, science or technology."
 * Deadline: 15 Jan 2012
 * Is it me or was there a post here that said someone had been contacted to set up an AHA interview? This is not the first post to disappear on this list... who's messing with the posts?
 * I saw that too.
 * This is the posted that was deleted (posted 11/13/11 originally): "*Invited for interview at AHA (11/9/2011)"

University of Michigan-Dearborn

 * Assistant Professor of Chinese and World History. Full time (6 courses per year), effective 9/1/2012.
 * Preferred candidate should have a research specialization in Chinese History (period open) and be able to offer courses in Chinese history, East Asian history and contribute to our World History survey sequence.
 * Applications should be received by November 1st, 2011 to ensure full consideration.
 * email on Nov. 21 schedualed AHA interview (x2)

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill - pre-modern Chinese culture

 * The Department of Asian Studies at The University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track position in Pre-Modern Chinese Culture at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin July 1, 2012. Candidate should have a Ph.D. in Chinese literature, cultural history, intellectual tradition, or a related field, specializing in a pre-Tang period.
 * Applicants should be fluent in English and in Chinese, skilled in Classical Chinese, and prepared to teach specialized courses in pre-modern Chinese studies as well as large introductory courses in Chinese civilization. Qualified applicants should submit an online application including the following materials: a cover letter detailing research and teaching interests, a CV, and a writing sample. Submit these materials online at http://jobs.unc.edu/; paper or email applications will not be accepted. In addition, arrange to have four original, signed letters of recommendation sent by mail to: Chair, Chinese Search Committee, Department of Asian Studies, CB 3267, 113 New West, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3267. Send inquiries to chinesesearch@unc.edu and visit http://www.unc.edu/depts/asia/.
 * Review of applications begins 15 November 2011. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
 * Also posted at Chinese Language and Literature 2011-2012

University of South Carolina

 * Tenure-track assistant or tenured associate professorship in Chinese history (Ming to the present).
 * Deadline: 4 November 2011.
 * Skype interviews scheduled.(x3)

Université du Québec à Montréal

 * Tenured(?) position in the History of China, 19th-20th C.
 * Fluency in Chinese & French essential
 * Deadline: 13 Jan. 2012

University of Wisconsin, Madison - Chinese History since 1911

 * Tenure track assistant professor of Chinese History since 1911
 * "We are particularly interested in candidates who will actively develop our East Asian history program and contribute to departmental and campus strengths in interdisciplinary and thematic research."
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011
 * They intend to interview at the AHA
 * Isn't this a repeat search of two years ago (same job description as I recall?) What happened with that?
 * offer made but was declined.
 * I don't get it... looking at their website it seems like they have pretty good coverage of China. They have a 20th century historian already it seems, unless that person is leaving, and I thought they hired a Qing historian this past year, and they have a Ming historian. Does anyone know why they are looking for a fourth China historian? But maybe my information is wrong or I'm missing something.
 * They got a large grant to expand their coverage of Asia/China.
 * The 20th C historian was actually hired as the 'Asian diasporas' person, so not a China job per se. Which means that Madison is fast going from not very much to quite a lot in Chinese history. No Qing historians there afaik.
 * "Madison is fast going from not very much to quite a lot in Chinese history.." I'm sure you don't mean to overlook their two esteemed retired professors of Chinese history...Chow Tse-Tung and Lin Yusheng...giants in the field.
 * Contacted by email to schedule AHA interviews (11/14)
 * rejection letter received (11/22)

Australia National University

 * Lecturer in Contemporary Indian History and Politics
 * "Applications from scholars holding a PhD in any relevant field of post-1947 Indian history or politics would be welcomed. The successful candidate will have a fluent command of a modern Indian language, and will be expected to support our Hindi-Urdu language teaching programs"
 * Strong publication record required
 * Deadline: 20 Sept. 2011
 * "Contemporary History" - isn't that an oxymoron?

Georgia Gwinnett University - Indian Subcontinent

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

Chinese University of Hong Kong

 * Applicants should (i) have a relevant PhD degree; (ii) be dedicated to teaching; (iii) have an excellent record of research; and (iv) be an energetic person with engaging personality that thrives on teamwork. Priority will be given to applicants who specialize in Japanese pre-modern and modern literature, history and arts. Native or near-native Japanese language proficiency is preferred. Candidates capable of inter-disciplinary, comparative, and transnational research are particularly welcome.
 * Review of application will begin in February 2012, and applications will be accepted until the post is filled.
 * Please send full resume, copies of academic credentials, a publication list and/or abstracts of selected published papers, together with names, addresses and fax numbers/e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references (unless otherwise specified), to the Personnel Office, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong (Fax: (852) 3943 1462). The Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request. Please quote the reference number and mark ‘Application - Confidential’ on cover.

Georgia Gwinnett University - Japan

 * In anticipation of increases in enrollment for the 2012-2013 academic year, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) invites applicants for faculty positions in History (Japan) starting August 1, 2012
 * The successful candidates will be expected to teach the world history and/or US history survey courses as well as courses within their specialties
 * Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer.
 * Successful applicants will be eligible to receive 5 or 3 year renewable appointments or one year traditional appointments may also be approved. For more information about our college, please visit our website at http://www.ggc.edu/.
 * Review begins immediately [25 Oct]
 * As far as I know, this college's job postings have appeared every year since 2008 and I haven't heard that they actually hired any Asian history specialist.

Johns Hopkins University - Postdoc in Japanese History

 * Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in East Asian Studies for two fellows, who will be appointed to a one-year term renewable for a second year, beginning July 1, 2013
 * One position requires a specialization in early modern or modern Japanese history, the other in East Asian humanities, including social or cultural anthropology, art history, literature, or philosophy. The fellowship period will be for two years, from fall 2012 until spring 2014.
 * Fellows will teach one course each semester and are also expected to pursue research that will make a significant contribution to the field of East Asian studies. Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. (received between January 1, 2009 and June 30, 2012). Application deadline: January 15, 2012
 * To apply, send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a dissertation outline or writing sample, and a sample course syllabus to EAS Coordinator Tyree Powell at [mailto:tyree@jhu.edu tyree@jhu.edu ]. Please also ask three referees to send letters of recommendation to Mr. Powell.
 * Also posted at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2011-12

McGill University

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Japanese History
 * This is "a joint appointment in the Department of History and Classical Studies and the Department of East Asian Studies, commencing August 1, 2012. The candidate will have an active and innovative research program, and will be expected to teach courses in both departments at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels. This includes introductory courses in East Asian history and in modern Japanese history, and courses within the candidate's area of specialization. Ph.D. expected at time of appointment; teaching experience preferred. McGill University is an English language institution, but knowledge of French would be considered an asset."
 * Review begins: 15 Nov. 2011
 * NB: "All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority"

Towson University

 * Full time, tenure-track assistant professorship in modern Japanese history.
 * Teaching load is 3/3 during the first three years, based on balance of assignments thereafter
 * Electronic applications only. Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, course syllabi, graduate school transcripts, and a writing sample (article or dissertation chapter) to [mailto:Japanhistory2011@towson.edu Japanhistory2011@towson.edu ]. Please direct any inquiries to the same email address. The application review process will begin in September and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Upon submitting your Curriculum Vitae to indicate you are an applicant for this position, please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp to complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form. The information you provide will inform the university's affirmative action plan and is for statistical purposes only and shall not be used to illegally discriminate for or against anyone.
 * Conducted phone interviews three weeks ago.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Modern Japanese

 * Tenure track asst. prof. or tenure-eligible assoc. prof. in Modern Japanese History
 * PhD by start of post (August 2012).
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2011
 * Request for additional materials: writing samples (x3).
 * Skype interview scheduled [posted 11/28] (x2)

UNIST (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology) (Korea)

 * Tenure track assistant professor in Korean History
 * "The successful applicant will design and teach an introductory Korean History course for our undergraduate students majoring in science, technology, or business administration. While there is no restriction in research area and subspecialty, the applicant must have a Ph.D. in Korean History and be fluent in both Korean and English."
 * To start Feb. 2012
 * Deadline: Open Until Filled