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Albany State University (USA: GA) - World History, spec. Latin America or Middle East

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in World History
 * The candidate must be able to teach introductory courses in World History, American Military History and upper courses in Middle Eastern or Latin America.
 * A Ph.D. in History from an accredited school/university is required.
 * Preference will be given to candidates with experience in on-line education. Flexibility to teach courses in other areas of History such as Public History is also preferred.
 * Applicants must submit a CV online (cover letter and unofficial transcript are optional) at http://www.albanystatejobs.com
 * Review begins: 11 Aug. 2015 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Also posted at Latin American History 2015-16

Arizona State University (USA: AZ) (Non-TT - Renewable)

 * 9-month Renewable multi-year position in the core Honors faculty, to begin Aug. 2016
 * Barrett Honors Faculty Fellows are non-tenure track Lecturers, Senior Lecturers, and Principal Lecturers
 * The main teaching responsibility rests on a rigorous two-semester interdisciplinary seminar course, The Human Event, in which students examine diverse intellectual traditions from earliest writings to the present
 * Qualifications: A PhD in any academic field that adds richness to our college. Candidates whose work integrates views from multiple disciplines are encouraged to apply. Experience in teaching argumentative writing and leading seminar-based discussions is highly desired. We welcome applications from candidates whose teaching and scholarly activities address the diversity of our student population and seek a diverse candidate pool.
 * Please send: (1) a letter of application detailing teaching philosophy and experience, disciplinary training and research, and how you can contribute to honors education; (2) a C.V.; (3) two letters of recommendation that address the extent and quality of your teaching; (4) a brief description of course objectives and themes you would adopt in the first semester of The Human Event (HON 171), and a schedule of readings for that course.
 * Further information on this course can be found at https://barretthonors.asu.edu/academics/hon-171-human-event/.
 * Send your application materials, which should be formatted as PDF files, to: [mailto:bhcfacultysearch@asu.edu bhcfacultysearch@asu.edu]. Questions about the position may be addressed to: Dr. Nilanjana Bhattacharjya, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, at bhcfacultysearch@asu.edu.
 * Review begins: 5pm 4 Feb. 2016
 * Also posted at Womens/Gender/Queer Studies 2015-2016, Ethnic Studies 2015-2016 and Interdisciplinary Humanities and Liberal Arts 2015-2016

Ashoka University (IND) - [Open Rank] Medieval and Persianate World

 * Ashoka University’s Department of History seeks to hire a scholar of the Medieval Persianate World, rank open.
 * Must have the ability/willingness to teach a survey course in Medieval Indian History, with research level fluency in Persian, and/or Arabic, or any language relevant to medieval history, and ability to mentor students in the same.
 * Teaching Load: 2/2
 * PhD must be in-hand by start date
 * Candidates will require (1) a coverletter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement on teaching philosophy, (4) statement on research, (5) research portfolio sample, and (6) three references. For full consideration all materials should be submitted at http://ashoka.edu.in/facultypositions
 * Deadline: 16 Oct. 2015.

Central Arizona College (USA: AZ)

 * RESPONSIBILITIES: Faculty member will: Teach US History Surveys, Western Civilizations Surveys, Eastern Civilizations Surveys, Mexican American History, African American History and Women in US History in accordance with the college workload policy and in a variety of potential modalities (e.g., face-to-face, online, hybrid, Interactive Television (iTv), Weekend College, accelerated, evening or late start classes) on any campus, site or center as dictated by the needs of students.
 * QUALIFICATIONS: A master's degree in History or a master's degree in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in History from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
 * DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in History; the ability to teach in one or more additional disciplines (based on a Master’s Degree in the discipline or 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline.)
 * START DATE: January 2016
 * Applications submitted electronically should be sent to: human.resources@centralaz.edu.
 * DEADLINE: All application materials must be received in Human Resources by 6:00 p.m., Thursday, October 15, 2015.
 * Also posted at Open Field or Mixed Hire 2015-16
 * Wow. Sounds like a treat.
 * Dream job alert!

Daemen College (USA: NY) - World History (excl. Russia/Europe; incl. Environmental and/or Digital Humanities)

 * Full time, tenure track Assistant Professor of History to begin in September 2016.
 * A Ph.D. in History is required by time of appointment (ABD considered with evidence of completion by September 2016).
 * The position requires a primary emphasis in world history with any regional focus except Russia/Europe and expertise in environmental history and/or the digital humanities.
 * Those with digital humanities expertise should demonstrate ability to integrate digital components in undergraduate history and humanities courses and to train students in digital methodologies.


 * Teaching Load: 4/3 "the successful candidate will be expected to develop and teach courses at the introductory/survey level, teach advanced courses in the area of expertise, and participate in the capstone project teaching rotation."
 * Qualified applicants should send a cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, a writing sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to http://daemen.applicantpro.com. Letters of reference that explicitly address teaching effectiveness will be most helpful.
 * Closing date: 1 Oct. 2015.
 * Crossposted to Non-Geographic/Methodologically Oriented History 2015-16.
 * [1 Nov] Skype interview scheduled
 * [13 Nov] Kindly worded rejection email.  (x3)
 * [26 Nov] On campus interview scheduled.

Fort Lewis College (USA:CO) - w/spec Africa or East Asia

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in World History, with a specialism in African or East Asian history, to begin 15 Aug. 2016
 * PhD must be in hand by start date
 * Teaching load: 12 credits/semester "with a 3 credit release for scholarship activities once per year available"
 * Send: Letter of Application, addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position; Current curriculum vitae; List of contact information for three references to: Dawn Widen, Administrative Assistant, History Department, Telephone: (970) 247-7255, Widen_D@fortlewis.edu
 * For full consideration: 15 Oct. 2015 and position is open until filled
 * So a 4/4? (Listers need to use number of courses--not everyone knows the measure of credit hours at your podunk school.)
 * Deadline has already passed at this "podunk school."  And it turns out that most of their courses are 4 credits, some are 3.  Took me 20 seconds to look this up: [27=HIST&filter[29]=&filter[course_type]=-1&filter[keyword]=&filter[32]=1&filter[cpage]=1&cur_cat_oid=35&expand=&navoid=2339&search_database=Filter#acalog_template_course_filter link]


 * Any one heard from the search?
 * Short-listed candidates notified (11/20)
 * Skype interviews scheduled (12/14)
 * Anyone get an invite to campus?

Georgian Court University (USA:NJ) - world/non-western

 * Tenure track assistant professorship of world history, to begin Aug. 2016
 * seeking someone "with a primary field in World History or in the history of Africa, Asia, Latin America, or the Middle East"
 * Teaching Load: 4/4 including the two-semester World History survey
 * Please include in your application a cover letter (detailing your major / minor fields, research interests, qualifications to teach a wide range of undergraduate courses, and teaching experience and philosophy), CV, unofficial transcripts, 2 sample syllabi, evidence of potential teaching excellence at the college/university level, and 3 recent letters of recommendation.
 * The unique Georgian Court atmosphere provides a small college ambiance centered around the core values of the Sisters of Mercy.
 * Deadline: not stated in ad. ad placed 21 Oct.
 * Has anyone heard anything? (12/14)
 * received a "form letter" on 12/14 stating they will be contacting semi-finalists within next two weeks for phone interviews to take place late-Jan. (x2)
 * It was a strange "form letter." It had an apologetic tone like a rejection letter without actually confirming rejection.


 * Request for phone interview 12/14 (x2)
 * Job was reposted this morning? (12/22)
 * Where was it reposted? I don't see it anywhere (12/23)
 * on higheredjobs. Posting date was 12/22. I just thought it was strange because I didn't receive any sort of confirmation/rejection.
 * It's not uncommon for human resources departments to post jobs on strange dates vis-a-vis the search process, I wouldn't read anything into it, especially if it hadn't been posted there before. Typically, this sort of thing is a bureaucratic misfiring.

Holy Family University (USA: PA) - pref. non-Western

 * Full-time Assistant Professor of History, beginning January, 2016.
 * Responsibilities include teaching general and upper level undergraduate courses in Global History. Scholarly focus in non-Western History preferred. Experience with Digital Humanities is a plus.
 * Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement about teaching and research interest, list of courses taught, complete graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to historysearch@holyfamily.edu.
 * Review begins: 15 Sept. 2015.
 * Skype interviews conducted.
 * Offer made and accepted (30 Nov 2015)
 * congratulations! may i know your field of specialization

Hope College (USA: MI) - pre-1900

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in pre-1900 World History, to begin fall 2016
 * Teaching Load: 3/3 "Qualified applicants should be enthusiastic about undergraduate teaching and prepared to offer general education courses in world history before and after 1500 as well as upper level courses in transnational history and one of the following world regions: Africa; Asia; Latin America; Middle East "
 * Please submit the following electronically to http://hope.edu/employment/faculty : letter of application, which should incorporate approaches to teaching and research; curriculum vitae; and unofficial graduate school transcript.
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2015.
 * Request for reference letters and more materials. [10/22]
 * x3 on 10/22. The "more materials" was a 1-2 pg response to the college's mission statement--essentially an expanded and applied statement of teaching philosophy. Deadline for the materials was 11/3.


 * [5 Nov] Hi all, just a reminder that general discussion about hiring practices is probably better on the Talk page if it relates specifically to World History, or on the Universities to fear or Venting pages.  Thanks AFII (talk) 15:16, November 5, 2015 (UTC)
 * [6 Nov] OK, I've moved the extended discussion about communicating with candidates here - AFII (talk) 09:22, November 6, 2015 (UTC)


 * [4 Nov] Did anyone else receive requests?
 * [4 Nov] Nope


 * [4 Nov] Invitation for skype interview 9 Nov. Obviously the rejections and Skype inverview invitations were sent at the same time.
 * [9 Nov] Rejection email received. Dissapointed not to have received a chance to interview. But I wish the department and all the finalists the best!   x3
 * [24 Nov] Anyone hear anything since the Skype interviews?
 * [30 Nov] Invitation for campus visit to be conducted in the second half of January 2016.

London School of Economics and Political Science (UK) - International history

 * Assistant Professor in International History (Conflict and Society: Europe c. 1930-c.1950), to begin 1 sept 2016
 * The Department of International History is seeking to make an appointment in Conflict and Society: Europe c. 1930- c. 1950. We are seeking exceptional candidates with outstanding research potential and a developing record of publications in European international or trans-national history during the inter-war period, the Second Word War and its immediate aftermath. We welcome applicants with research interests in any area of the political, social and cultural history of Europe and of its relations with the extra-European world, including the Second World War as a global war, and the role of non-state actors during war. Candidates should have a proven ability to teach at undergraduate level.
 * To apply for this post, please go to http://www.lse.ac.uk/academiccareers.
 * Deadline: 31 Oct. 2015.

Nalanda University (INDIA:BIHAR) - Open rank

 * Open rank faculty hire in Global History
 * The successful candidate will have Ph.D. in Asian/Middle-Eastern/European history. The ideal candidate should have broad knowledge and expertise in historical and socio-cultural contexts around the framework of Asia and the Mediterranean Region
 * The entire application process is paperless in keeping with the Universitys commitment to sustainability. Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to: jobshs@nalandauniv.com Cover letter (which must clearly indicate position and rank applied for); Updated CV Statement of teaching philosophy, along with indicative courses (500 words); Statement of research interests, along with research plan for the next three years (500 words); Contact information of at least three (3) academic/ professional references
 * review begins 25 Jun. 2015.

===Nanyang Technological University (SGP) - International History & Security Studies (Asia-Pacific) [non-TT]===
 * Assistant Professor of International History and Security Studies of the Asia-Pacific Region
 * The new appointee for the academic position will be placed on a 4-year contract with further contracts to be considered by the relevant School Reappointment Committee.
 * Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field by the beginning of the appointment period. Demonstrated success in grant application and prior experience in conducting courses at the Command and Staff College or War College levels will be an advantage.
 * The successful candidate will join the Military Studies Programme team in the Professional Military Education (PME) of the Singapore Armed Forces. Hence, a strong interest in military/security affairs and education is essential. In addition, the successful candidate will teach up to two courses in the School’s Master of Science (Asian Studies) Programme, including the International History of Asia. A relevant PhD and an active research agenda on the diplomatic and political history of Asia are also important requirements. The applicant is also expected to contribute to the School’s institutional research, and organize conferences and seminars. The successful candidate’s core research interests should include (1) the evolving geopolitics of the Asia-Pacific, (2) the relevance of the modern armed forces in regional and international relations, (3) a comparative understanding of the dynamics between civil and military powers in the region, and (4) implications of the evolving military power balance in Asia-Pacific security.
 * All applicants should submit the following:- A cover letter specifying how your qualifications match the job description, A detailed curriculum vitae, Statements of research and teaching interests and, teaching evaluation if applicable, 2 published articles or writing samples, Names, addresses, email and phone numbers of at least 3 referees of the rank of Associate Professor and above
 * Interested candidates may write-in or email to: The Search Committee, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technological University, Block S4 Level B4 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Email: rsisrecruitment@ntu.edu.sg
 * Deadline: 21 Dec. 2015

Northwest University (USA:WA) - Modern Europe or World

 * Assistant Professorship in history, specialising in either Modern Europe or World History
 * See full posting (link above) on European History 2015-16 page

Samford University (USA:AL)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in World History, to begin Fall 2016
 * PhD must be in hand by start date
 * Candidates must be willing to contribute to and promote the university’s Christian mission (http://www.samford.edu/about).
 * Candidates will be expected to teach in a freshman-level, two-semester western core text sequence covering ancient to modern authors. Teaching responsibilities will also include surveys in world history and advanced courses in area of specialization. The successful candidate should have the proficiency to teach in more than one of the following fields: Africa, Asia, Europe and Middle East. Will also consider a secondary field in Latin America.
 * Applicants should submit a letter of application, three letters of reference, c.v., and evidence of teaching excellence to Dr. S. Jonathan Bass, Department of History, Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229.
 * review begins immediately [ad posted 9 Oct.] with a hard deadline of 15 Feb. 2016

Siena Heights University (USA: MI) - European or Global History

 * Assistant Professor of European or Global History.
 * Minimum qualifications are a Ph.D in History or closely related field (specialization is open, including transnational global themes) and effective communication and interpersonal skills. We will consider applicants who are ABD and have a firm defense date.
 * The ideal candidate will be prepared to offer lower level surveys and upper level specialized seminars. In addition to these classes, the successful candidate will contribute to Siena Heights's liberal arts curriculum by teaching in our interdisciplinary core seminars. In addition, tasks such as academic advising, curriculum development and program assessment will be assigned.
 * Siena Heights University is a Catholic university founded in 1919 and sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters.
 * To apply, please send a cover letter describing teaching experience and interests and areas of research, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a CV with names and contact information for at least three professional references to [mailto:shujobs@sienaheights.edu shujobs@sienaheights.edu]. In the subject line of the email, please reference the job title of this position to ensure timely review and distribution of your materials.
 * The deadline for applications is 8 Dec. 2015.
 * Just FYI -- Siena Heights works on a trimester system. The teaching load is 4/4/4 (12 courses per year)
 * Also posted at European History 2015-16

State University of New York (SUNY), Delhi (USA:NY) - World Hist excl. US

 * Full time (10-month) Tenure track assistant professorship in World History, to begin Aug. 2016 [nb advert also says 1 Sept. 2016]
 * The successful candidate will be a generalist in world history with a non-U.S. field of specialization. Courses will include both halves of the Western/World History surveys and upper-level courses in the candidate's field of specialty. Responsibilities will also include online course development and instruction
 * To apply, please submit: Letter of interest, Resume, Contact information for three professional references
 * For full consideration: 15 Oct. 2015.
 * [10 Nov] Did anyone hear anything?
 * [11 Nov] Phone Interview scheduled


 * Anyone get an on-campus?
 * [19 Dec] Yes, campus visit first week of December. Still no word on final decision.

St. Louis College of Pharmacy (USA: MO) - Global History (pref. E. or S. Asia, S. America, or Sub-Saharan Africa)

 * Tenure-track, academic-year assistant professorship in Global History.
 * The ideal candidate will hold a PhD with a primary field in Global or World History (preference given to those with concentrations in East Asia, South Asia, South America, or Sub-Saharan Africa); a secondary field in the history of pharmacy, medicine, or public health is preferred.
 * Teaching Load: 3/2 The successful candidate will teach undergraduate students who aspire to a career in pharmacy. In addition to teaching in our three-semester history-based humanities sequence, Global Heritage, the successful candidate will be expected to develop upper-level electives in their area(s) of specialization.
 * Requirements include evidence of teaching excellence and promise of a strong research of agenda. There will be opportunities to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of experienced researchers Demonstrated support of diversity and inclusion, as well as the ability to incorporate diversity, cultural competence and / or social justice into teaching, research, and / or service is critical.
 * Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and letters and contact information for three professional references to the Search Committee through the college’s employment website at https://www.stlcop.edu/employment/index.html.
 * Review of applications will begin in November.
 * preliminary interviews will be held in January, many at the AHA conference in Atlanta January 7-10, 2016.
 * contacted via email to schedule AHA interview (11/24)X2

University of Alabama in Huntsville (USA: AL)- non-western History (excl. Latin America)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in non-Western History (excl. Latin America)
 * The preferred time period of specialization is 750-1900.  An ability to teach trans-regional themes (empire, trade, religion, environment, diaspora, comparative gender) is also desired.
 * Teaching Load: 3/3 Teaching responsibilities include freshman-level world history surveys, upper-division and graduate (M.A.) courses in the candidate’s fields
 * PhD must be in hand by Aug. 2016 appointment as assistant professor
 * Send letter of application, c.v.,  and at least three signed letters of reference to Stephen Waring, Chair, Department of History,  University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899 or [mailto:warings@uah.edu warings@uah.edu]
 * Review begins: 6 Nov. 2016 and continues until position filled
 * Intend to conduct preliminary interviews by Skype in early Dec.


 * any peeps of this search? thanks in advance (12.8)
 * Had a Skype interview last week. Has anyone received a campus invite? (12/8)


 * a very kind rejection letter received. (12/15)
 * This is odd. I've had neither interview request nor rejection letter, and today I received a LinkedIn request from the chair (x2). Also, did anyone else get two seperate requests for Affirmative Action forms?  I filled out the first, but not the second. (12/16)
 * That doesn't sound like a good sign for those who were interviewed, but hopefully it's a good sign for you. Good luck!
 * Campus invite received

University of Cambridge (UK) - Modern European/British OR World OR American

 * Lecturehship (~tt ass/assoc prof) in Modern European/British OR World OR American history
 * see full posting (link above) at European History 2015-16

University of Edinburgh (UK;Scot) - [Senior Hire]

 * William Robertson Chair of History
 * The University wishes to appoint a scholar of the highest international distinction with a proven track record in research and teaching in any field of modern History from c.1500, as further defined below.
 * The School is particularly keen to recruit a scholar with research specialisms in global or transnational history focussed outwith Europe and the United States and Canada (i.e. in African, Latin American, Australasian, or Asian history): an interest in migration or diaspora history may be an advantage.
 * For a confidential discussion, please contact Christopher Lake or Sabine Tilly of our advisors at Syllogism at [mailto:recruitment@syllogism.co.uk recruitment@syllogism.co.uk] or telephone +44 (0)203 417 6076.
 * Deadline: 5pm GMT 26 Oct. 2015.

University of Lincoln (UK) - History of Empire

 * Lecturer (~tenured asst/assoc prof) in the history of Empire
 * The successful candidate will expand and strengthen our expertise by bringing an excellent research profile in the History of Empire, broadly conceived, to enhance our growing research culture and to help develop instruction in comparative imperial history, colonialism and de-colonisation. Applicants may work in any historical period or their interests may be comparative, so long as their research and teaching engages with important methodological questions.
 * Apply online
 * Deadline: 18 November 2015
 * Interview date: 4 Dec. 2015
 * Crossposted toEuropean History 2015-16

University of Maine - Augusta (USA:ME)

 * Tenure track assitant professorship of History, with a specialisation in World History
 * Teaching Load: 12 Credit hours/semester including a two-semester world history survey class.
 * Preferred secondary fields include Women's History and Holocaust, Genocide and Human Rights
 * Applicants must complete an online application and submit a cover letter and resume at https://maine.hiretouch.com/. Materials must be submitted via "Apply for position." Applicants will need to create an applicant profile, complete an application (which includes contact information for three professional references), and upload a cover letter and a resume which fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications. Applicants will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form. Finalist will be asked to submit official transcripts upon request
 * SHORT DEADLINE: for full consideration 31 Dec. 2016 (applications after this date 'will be reviewed at the discretion of the University')

University of New Hampshire (USA:NH) -- Mediterranean Basin 600-1500CE

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Humanities to begin Fall 2016
 * See full posting (link above) at European History 2015-16.
 * Deadline: 30 Oct. 2015
 * Also posted at Comparative 2016 and Interdisciplinary Humanities and Liberal Arts 2015-2016

University of Pittsburgh (USA:PA) - Tenured

 * tenured advanced Associate or Full Professor in World History, to begin fall 2016
 * Pending budgetary approval
 * Applicants should have an outstanding record of internationally recognized research and of creative scholarly collaboration and methodological innovation. The successful candidate will be committed to advancing the research profile and reputation of the department as a center for transnational, macro-regional, and world-historical research
 * Applicants should demonstrate how they would participate in our dynamic program of graduate teaching and research built around cross-regional and thematic collaboration. Candidates should submit a letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation ... to https://facultysearch.as.pitt.edu/apply/index/MTAz. For each reference, you will have the opportunity to input an email address, and an email notification will be sent to the designated address with instructions about uploading the letters to our system.   For informal inquiries, please contact Holger Hoock, chair, World History Search committee [hoock@pitt.edu].
 * Deadline: 15 Sept. 2015.
 * e-mail notice received two weeks after deadline that my application was reviewed but didn't make it to the next level

University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley (USA:TX)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in World History, to begin Fall 2016
 * The ideal candidate will have training in world history methods and regional expertise in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and/or Southeast Asia
 * PhD should be in hand by start date
 * Teaching Load: 3/3 and includes upper-division and graduate courses in world history and the candidate’s field of expertise as well as service courses (e.g. introductory surveys, geography, methods, senior seminar)
 * To view a full job description and to apply for this position, go to https://careers.utrgv.edu.
 * Deadline: 4 Jan. 2016
 * Not sure where this info came from, so I'm leaving it, but https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/9019 says the deadline is Jan. 31.

University of Virginia (USA:VA) - Indian Ocean World

 * Tenure track assistant or associate professorship in the history of the Indian Ocean World, to begin 25 Aug. 2016
 * The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in scholarship, a commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, and an interest in teaching courses on the history of the Indian Ocean world as well as those that will support students in related interdisciplinary programs such as Global Studies, African Studies, Middle Eastern and South Asian Studies, Religious Studies, or Women, Gender, and Sexuality
 * Applicants at the assistant professor rank must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in the relevant field by May 2016 and must hold a PhD at the time of appointment, although those still at the ABD stage in August 2016 may be appointed as acting assistant professor. Applicants at the associate professor rank must hold a Ph.D. at the time of application and must have a strong publication and teaching record.
 * Candidates must apply through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu). Search on posting number 0617469 and electronically attach a cover letter describing research and teaching interests and experience, and a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references. Candidates at the assistant professor rank should have their references send letters directly to: Hist-Jobs2@virginia.edu.
 * Review begins: 1 Dec. 2015 although position is open until filled
 * We plan to begin interviews in mid-January, by Skype or phone

University of Wisconsin - Colleges (USA:WI)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History "with the training necessary to teach surveys in Western Civilization and World History to start in the fall 2016"
 * A PhD in History with specialization in European or World History and teaching experience in higher education or closely related is required
 * Teaching Load: 24 credit hours "The ability to incorporate global perspectives into a general history curriculum is essential. The Colleges offers alternative technology enhanced courses and teaching in an alternative delivery mode as part of the 24 credit load (i.e. online and/or hybrid courses) is expected. In addition to freshmen courses in Western Civilizations and World History, additional upper level courses may be offered in European history and fields that broaden the candidate’s expertise beyond Europe to include Ancient or Asian History"
 * Online application is required and must include the following applications documents: (1) a letter of interest, (2) current vita, (3) one-page teaching philosophy to include how that philosophy influences your broader professional goals, (4) unofficial transcripts, and (5) three current letters of recommendation. If summaries of student evaluations of teaching are available, they should be included with the application. If requested, confidentiality of an applicant can be maintained until an applicant is deemed a finalist in the search.
 * For full consideration :17 Dec. 2015
 * Does anyone have any idea how the recommendation letters are supposed to be submitted for this one? It seems super unclear in the actual application whether the application emails your referees, or whether the letters are to be submitted some other way.

===Virginia Military Institute (USA: VA) - African / World History===
 * See full post at African / Middle East History 2015-16

Virginia Union University (USA: VA)- [Non-TT but T-eligible]

 * Non-tenure track (but tenure eligible) position in History at the assistant or associate professor level, to begin Spring 2016
 * The department seeks candidates who can offer courses in in either the World or American History survey and a Geographic area specialty (emphasis on Europe, Asia/Pacific, or Latin America). Experience in public history or willingness to train in this area could be a plus.
 * A Ph.D. in History from an accredited institution is required at the time of the appointment.
 * For qualified applicants, the application package should contain a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a copy of graduate transcripts, sample publication, not to exceed 20 pages, and syllabus, and three current letters of recommendation (at least one of which addresses teaching qualifications).
 * The application package must be one pdf and may be emailed to [mailto:Resumes@vuu.edu Resumes@vuu.edu]. Mail complete package to the following address: Virginia Union University, Office of Human Resources, Att: History Search Committee, 1500 N. Lombardy Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220.
 * Review begins immediately, for full consideration 22 Oct. 2015
 * What does non-tenure track but tenure eligible mean? [Probably that they want to be "friends with benefits" for a while, but maybe they're open to commitment down the road. In other words, it's your risk... if they decide they don't want to commit, they'll say "you knew all along that we weren't ready." :) Just playing a bit with the ridiculous language in this process.]

Washington State University (USA: WA) - [non-TT] Pre-1500 European and World History

 * Instructor to teach courses in European history (pre-1500), World history, as well as a course in historical writing and methods that is required for the history major.
 * Specific area of specialization is open and the candidate may teach courses in their area of expertise.
 * The position is for two years and is renewable. This is a 100% academic appointment with an 80%-20% split between teaching and research. Instructors will teach a 4/4 load and will be expected to show evidence of continual progress in a well-defined research program in their area of specialization.
 * Teaching experience is strongly preferred; Ph.D. by the time of appointment is required.
 * Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page teaching statement, a sample syllabus (in either world or European history), a research-related writing sample, and three letters of recommendation. Applicants should be prepared to submit materials online at http://www.wsujobs.com.
 * Review of applications begins on 15 Jan. 2015 and will continue until position is filled.
 * Also posted at European History 2015-16

===Wayne State College (USA: NE) - World History with European Focus===
 * Instructor or Tenure track assistant professorship in  History (World History with European focus), to begin Fall 2016 semester
 * All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
 * Ph.D. in History must be in hand January 1, 2016. Doctorate is required for tenure.
 * Maintaining the European specialist tenure-track line in the History program area is essential toward the goals of maintaining a strong major, providing high quality advising, offering a wide selection of courses applicable to other majors, serving the School of Education and fulfilling the mission of General Education.
 * Send a cover letter; resume/curriculum vitae; contact information for three current, professional references; unofficial transcripts; and a completed WSC Application Form (available at (http://www.wsc.edu/hr) to: History Faculty, Search Committee, Human Resources Office, Wayne State College, 1111 Main Street, Wayne, NE 68787 or email to [mailto:hr@wsc.edu hr@wsc.edu].
 * Review begins immediately [ad posted 5th Sept. 2015] and continues until position filled.
 * Also posted at European History 2015-16
 * Rejection email received 12/21

College of New Jersey (USA: NJ) - Ancient Mediterranean History

 * Tenure-track, assistant professor position starting in August 2016 in Ancient Mediterranean History, with specializations in Ancient Greece and/or Ancient Rome (including Byzantine Empire).
 * The position has an emphasis on cultural exchanges and trans-regional connections between Mediterranean societies and the broader Ancient World (e.g. North African, Mesopotamian, Iranian, Central Eurasian, and Indian Ocean networks).
 * (typical) teaching Load: 3 courses/semester 'along with advising'
 * Required: Ph.D. in History or related discipline in hand by August 2016. Expertise in Ancient Mediterranean history. Language expertise in Latin or Greek, and possibly other relevant languages. Evidence of a strong commitment to the education of undergraduates, including experience teaching at the college level in a US college or university.
 * Preferred: Specializations in ancient religions, and/or cultural exchanges within the greater ancient world. An appreciable record of success as a teacher and scholar.
 * Please submit letter of interest, statement on teaching philosophy, vita, writing sample (limited to 25-30 pages), two syllabi and three letters of recommendation, via email: historyjobs@tcnj.edu to Dr. Xinru Liu, Chair, Ancient Mediterranean History Search Committee, History Department, The College of New Jersey, PO Box 7718, Ewing, NJ 08628-0718. Receipt of application will be acknowledged by email.
 * Applications will be reviewed as received; please submit promptly so that the department may select candidates for preliminary screening at the American Historical Association meeting in early January.
 * Deadline: 13 Nov. 2015
 * Intend to interview at the AHA
 * Also posted at European History 2015-16

Atlantic
===Bucknell University (USA: PA) - [Open rank]  -  Black Atlantic / African Diaspora===
 * Tenure track open rank search for historian with a focus on the Black Atlantic and/or African Diaspora, to begin fall 2016
 * Research and teaching interests might include the following fields: comparative slave systems and the transatlantic slave trade; histories of resistance and slave revolts; the slave family, gender, and sexuality; the rise of plantation agriculture and its effects on world trade systems; abolition and the transitions to free labor; and transnational political and cultural movements.
 * A PhD in History is required by August 22, 2016.
 * Submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a sample of scholarship, and three letters of recommendation.
 * Apply at: http://apply.interfolio.com/30883
 * Review of applications will begin on 1 Nov. 2015
 * Also posted at Ethnic Studies 2015-2016

Emory University (USA: GA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Atlantic World History
 * Teaching Load: 4 courses/year
 * The Department seeks a historian with the ability to offer courses and mentor students in the field, and whose research and teaching speak in direct ways to the common histories of the continents, islands, nations, and people that share the Atlantic basin. A focus on some aspect of slavery, black Atlantic, or African diaspora history prior to the twentieth century is desirable. Themes central to the field that complement existing strengths within the Department and University include but are not limited to transatlantic production, markets, and labor systems; globalization and capitalism; colonialism; migration; gender; law; empire; environmental history; religion; digital humanities; and health, medicine, and society
 * PhD must be in hand by Fall 2016
 * Please submit only a letter of application and a CV to: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25066&siteid=5449&areq=54153br. Candidates may be asked to provide additional material and references at a later date, so please do not send references until requested
 * Deadline: 15 Sept. 2015.
 * request for more materials (Sept. 24)
 * Rejection (9/28). E-mail says "qualifications of other applicants more closely align with the requirements for the position and needs of the department." I'm a colonial Latin Americanist working on African diaspora, so take that to mean whatever you want about what they're looking for. (Edit: I am ABD).
 * Invited for Skype interview (10/12).
 * "Invited a small number of candidates to participate in a skype interview next week"
 * Skype interviews 10/19
 * Rejection 11/2

Florida Atlantic University (USA:FL) - Early America/Atlantic World

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Early American/Atlantic World History
 * See full posting (link above) at North American History 2015-16
 * Review begins: 9 Nov. 2015
 * Does anyone have any more info on this search? It was posted yesterday (11/5) and has review beginning 11/9 with letters of rec that need to be hard copy MAILED -- It smells like a fake search to me, or a case of possible miscommunication between HR and the dept?
 * They currently have a visiting professor in this position. My guess is they have to open it up for a search.
 * Thanks -- I didn't see this on their faculty list, but it makes sense.
 * They have requested AHA interviews.

New York University (USA: NY) - Atlantic World (1492-1825)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Atlantic World History (1492-1825), to begin 1 Sept. 2016
 * 'pending budgetary and administrative approval'
 * PhD must be in hand by start date
 * Applicants are to submit their materials online at http://history.fas.nyu.edu/page/employment: a letter of interest addressed to Professor Nicole Eustace, Chair of the Search Committee; a c.v.; three references; a short writing sample; and a dissertation or book manuscript chapter outline.
 * Deadline: 2 Nov. 2015.
 * Any movement here? (Nov. 20)
 * Zero. Wonder if they've already narrowed and have invited people to campus. I've had this happen before (where I was an invitee) but there was not a peep on these boards. I'm thinking it is the same with NYU. (11/23).
 * It's possible, but I doubt it. Not for a job this big. It really hasn't been all that long since the posting closed. Be patient.
 * Any updates on this search? (12/5) None here x2 (12/7)
 * Invited to interview at AHA (12/7) x2

San Jose State University (USA:CA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Early Modern European & World History (Africa or Asia, excl. the Americas and Australia)
 * San Jose State University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor whose research specialty is in late medieval or early modern European history with the ability to make connections between emerging European nation states and the cultures of Asia and Africa between 1000 and 1800
 * Candidates should be able to teach comparative upper-division undergraduate courses, topical courses in World History and European History at the graduate level in their areas of expertise, and occasional lower-division surveys.
 * Ph.D. in History and teaching experience are required
 * For full consideration upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interests/philosophy, research plans, and at least three original letters of reference with contact information ... at http://apply.interfolio.com/32230. Contact Dr. Mary Pickering, Search Committee Chair, Mary.Pickering@sjsu.edu with questions
 * Deadline: 20 Nov. 2015.
 * Also posted at European History 2015-16
 * Does anyone know the teaching load at SJSU?
 * Tenured and tenure-track history faculty at SJSU teach three 4-unit courses per semester.
 * I exchanged emails with Mary Pickering (the chair of the search committee) today. She states that one must already have completed the PhD prior to applying. They will not review applications from doctoral candidates.

Drexel University (USA:PA) - Transnational Environmental History

 * Tenure track assistant or associate professorship in transnational enviromental history, to begin Fall 2016
 * Candidates should include: 1) a cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) up to three samples of your scholarly writing; and 4) the names and contact information only of three references. Please do NOT send letters of reference; they will be requested from short-listed candidates at a later date. Only applications submitted via Drexel's online system will be considered.
 * Candidates will be expected to contribute to the Department's current and future undergraduate and graduate curricula and will be responsible for teaching, research and service.
 * Please address all queries via email to Scott Gabriel Knowles, Program Director for History, sgk23@drexel.edu.
 * Review of applications will begin October 19, 2015, contingent upon final budgetary approval.

University of Oregon (USA:OR) - Environmental / World History

 * Tenure track assistant or associate professorship in the global dimensions of environmental history, to begin September 16, 2016.
 * Applications are encouraged from all geographic areas of specialization. The successful candidate must be able to teach a variety of graduate and undergraduate history courses. Ph.D. required at time of appointment.
 * Send c.v., a letter describing research and teaching interests, a chapter-length writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to Academic Jobs Online, posting #5799.
 * Priority will be given to applications received by October 15, 2015, but the position will remain open until filled.
 * Anyone get an interview yet?

Columbus State University (USA: GA)

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the history of the Islamic World.
 * The successful candidate will teach the World History to 1500 survey and upper-level/graduate courses each semester.
 * All applications and required documents must be submitted using the Columbus State University’s online employment site. To access the Columbus State University’s online employment site, please visit https://columbusstate.peopleadmin.com/.
 * Review of applications will begin December 1, 2015 and will continue until the position has been filled.

Denison University (USA: OH)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Middle Eastern/Islamic World History
 * See full posting (above) on the African/Middle East History 2015-16 page.

Duke University (USA: NC) - History of the Islamic World/Muslim World

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of the Islamic/Muslim World, to begin July 2016
 * Theme, period, and geographic specialty are open.
 * Please submit the following application materials online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/5821
 * For full consideration: 9 Nov. 2015.
 * Does anyone know whether they plan to interview at the AHA? (x3)
 * Additional materials requested (12/1/15) (x3)
 * Invitation to interview at AHA (12/14) (x2)
 * Rejection emails out. Says they got 235 applications for this job. 235! (12/15) (x2)

Eastern Connecticut State University (USA:CT) - pre-20thC

 * Assistant professorship in Islamic World History (pre-20thC)
 * Teaching experience and Ph.D. in History preferred; ABD in History close to completion considered.
 * he successful candidate will teach survey courses in world history (pre and post-1500) as well as upper division undergraduate courses in area of specialty.  Historians of the Middle East, Africa, Iberia, maritime Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and/or the Ottoman Empire, as well as transregional historians, are encouraged to apply
 * Interested applicants should send electronically:  a letter of application, teaching philosophy, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Joan Meznar, Search Committee Chair at [mailto:historysearch1@easternct.edu historysearch1@easternct.edu]
 * Review begins immediately [20 Oct] and continues until the end of the semester
 * Request for phone interview (12/4) (x2)
 * Invited to campus (1/4)

Furman University (USA: SC)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Islamic World History, to begin fall 2016
 * PhD must be in hand by Aug. 2016
 * Chronological and geographical focus remain open but the department is particularly interested in candidates with the ability to teach the Middle Eastern survey courses and a possible field in North African History
 * Please send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and list three references on the application to https://jobs.furman.edu/postings/5290. Address inquiries to Professor Diane Vecchio, History Chair, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613 (diane.vecchio@furman.edu).
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2015.
 * Invitation to interview at the AHA (12/7)

University of North Carolina at Charlotte (USA:NC)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Islamic World History, to begin Aug. 2016
 * Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in History or a related field at the time of appointment
 * A research and teaching focus on the Islamic World is required.  Time period and region are open
 * Teaching Load: 2/2
 * Applications must be made electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu and should include a cover letter, CV, and a writing sample not to exceed 30 pages.  Three letters of recommendation should be mailed separately, addressed to Professor Steven Sabol, Chair, Islamic World Search Committee, Department of History, UNC Charlotte, Charlotte, NC 28223.  Informal inquiries can be directed to the department chair, Professor Jurgen Buchenau, at [mailto:jbuchenau@uncc.edu jbuchenau@uncc.edu].
 * Review begins: 31 Oct. 2015 and continues until position filled
 * This position doesn't appear on their website anymore. Does anyone have info? The Dept. of Religious Studies is hiring a scholar of Islamic Studies, but no history dept. hire that I can see anymore. [10/22]
 * I also checked this out. The web portal (jobs.uncc, above) for this search is gone indeed. Funding pulled, maybe? [10/25]
 * This position in History is still available on the jobs site. Here is the link: https://jobs.uncc.edu/postings/5011 (Review deadline is still Oct. 31). Note also the connection to the RS position: "this hire will be one of three in a thematic cluster on Islamic Studies, along with two others in the Departments of Languages and Culture Studies and Religious Studies" [10/25].
 * My mistake. The application portal does work, although the job cannot be keyword searched from their application website (I tried "Islamic History" and even simply "History." Note: it can be found searching the position number, 002398  though). Odd. [10/26]
 * 11/25 - Invitation to Skype interview (x2)
 * 12/21- Invited for campus visit

University of Massachussets, Lowell (USA:MA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the history of the Middle East and/or Islamic World
 * See full post (link above) on African/Middle East History 2015-16 page

Mediterranean
===College of New Jersey (USA: NJ) - Ancient Mediterranean===
 * See full post above, under "Ancient"

Emerson College (USA:MA)

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern/Contemporary World History, to begin 1 Sept. 2016
 * Qualified applicants should be prepared to offer courses in modern and contemporary world history. Preference will be given to candidates with areas of expertise in Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, East Asia, and/or the Middle East.
 * Teaching responsibilities include introductory courses appropriate to the Historical and Global Diversity requirements, as well as upper-level electives for the History Minor. We particularly encourage applications from those who can contribute to curricula in one or more of Emersons interdisciplinary minors (for example, Global and Postcolonial Studies, Digital Media and Culture, and others
 * PhD must be in-hand by start date
 * To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three confidential letters of reference (uploaded by reference through application system) to the online applicant portal at https://emerson.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/10753
 * Review begins: 1 Dec. 2015 and continues until position filled
 * What's the teaching load?
 * Not specified, but a little bit of searching on other job searches they have done implies a 3/3. Anybody else know?
 * Has anyone heard anything from Emerson?
 * Nothing yet (12/15)
 * same here (12/18)X2
 * Hate to check in again, but has anyone heard anything from Emerson?

University of Chichester (UK) - 20/21stC International Relations

 * Senior Lecturer [~tenured Assoc/Full Prof] in International Relations / International History / International Politics
 * The position is in 20th and 21st century International Relations (all subfields are welcome, including International History and International Politics). While we welcome a regional specialisation in Asia, Eastern Europe, or the Middle East, the post holder may research on any sub specialisms, and the determining factor will be the candidate’s research and teaching profile. The ability to think and work in an interdisciplinary manner will be considered an advantage.
 * apply online
 * SHORT deadline: 27 Oct. 2015
 * Intend to interview 5th Nov.

University of Sheffield (UK)

 * Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (~tenured asst/assoc or assoc/full) prof in International History, to begin 1 Sept. 2016
 * We particularly welcome applications from candidates specialising in the history of Africa, the Middle East or East Asia in the twentieth century.
 * You will have a PhD in History or a related subject area (or have equivalent experience), proven teaching and leadership ability, and the capacity to carry out high-quality research and to disseminate research findings effectively. A willingness to communicate to a variety of audiences is also essential for this position. For the post of Senior Lecturer, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to generate income through research grants and/or through success in increasing research student numbers and demonstrate external recognition including major contributions to the field through academic achievement.
 * Deadline: 14 Dec. 2015
 * Crossposted to African/Middle East History 2015-16 and Asian History 2015-16

University of Waterloo (CAN: ON) - Post-1800

 * Tenure-track assistant professor with an established research record in modern (post-1800) global/transnational history.
 * Research interests in the history of science, technology, medicine, and the environment are particularly welcome, but applicants in other fields of study are strongly encouraged to apply.
 * The successful applicant will be subsequently nominated for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair. More information about the Canada Research Chairs program is available at: http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca
 * The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2016.
 * The salary range for this position is $78,000.00 - $110,000.00.
 * All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
 * Applications ... should be submitted through the university’s job application system at https://artsonline.uwaterloo.ca/OFAS/HIST.
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2015
 * Also posted at History of Science, Technology, and Medicine 2015-2016
 * Has anyone heard anything from Waterloo?
 * [Dec 9] Nothing.
 * [Dec 18] Still nothing, any news on this search?
 * [Dec 29] Nope.
 * [Jan 5] Still no news. Anyone else?