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University of the Pacific

 * Tenure track position in World History
 * "A specialization is preferred in one of the following fields: History of Science and Technology and transnational global themes. Candidates in fields outside of North America will be considered."
 * 5 course/year load
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2012
 * Crossposted to World/Global History 2012-13

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

 * GSLIS seeks to hire an outstanding full-time faculty member to join our iSchool. Strong candidates in any area relating to the organization, management, preservation, and retrieval of information, and the production and transmission of knowledge are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in specializations that directly contribute to our leading program in data curation, including cyberinfrastructure, scientific data management, workflow systems, provenance, data archiving, data science, digital humanities, e-Research and e-Science, and semantic technologies. A focus on data in any area of science or scholarship, including the social sciences and the humanities, is relevant.


 * We especially welcome applications from members of under-represented groups working in these or other areas of library and information science. GSLIS is a highly interdisciplinary unit and the successful candidate could hold degrees in information science, a social science, cognitive science or psychology, computer science, the humanities, a natural science, or other relevant disciplines.


 * Appointment will begin August 16, 2013 or as negotiated. Rank is open, and salary commensurate with qualifications. A Ph.D. degree or equivalent is required although candidates near completion will be considered. To apply create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, short research statement, list of three references including contact information. To ensure full consideration applicants must apply by November 20, 2012. Applicants may be interviewed before that date, but no hiring decisions will be made until after the search closes.

Wright State University - History of Technology, Innovation, and/or Environment

 * The Department of History at Wright State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in the history of technology, innovation, and/or the environment; geographic field and time period are open. Candidates should hold (by August 16, 2013) a Ph.D. in history or relevant interdisciplinary area. The successful candidate will teach survey, upper-level, and graduate classes.
 * Please submit a cover letter describing your research interests, teaching experience, and potential classes to be offered; a curriculum vitae; and a sample syllabus for a 4000-level class by November 30, 2012, for first consideration. Materials must be submitted electronically to: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/5673. In addition, please send 3 letters of recommendation to Prof. Paul Lockhart, Chair, Search Committee, Department of History, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435.

University of Chicago

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the History of medicine
 * "Applications are welcome from all areas of the history of medicine, but particularly twentieth-century medicine. In addition to courses in their special research areas, candidates should be prepared to teach general history of medicine and should have a good knowledge of the social and cultural environment in which medical theories and practices have developed. Chicago's programs are quite interdisciplinary, and so candidates should be ready to interact with faculty and students from an array of different disciplines. Chicago values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and underrepresented minority scholars."
 * Phd In Hand by April 2013 (for Autumn 2013 start)
 * Application materials must be submitted online at the University of Chicago's Academic Career Opportunities website at: http://tinyurl.com/6qkmmq7. Applicants must include a cover letter describing their competencies and plans, a curriculum vitae, and a writing sample. Three letters of recommendation are also required and should be mailed to: Chair of the Search Committee, The Committee on Conceptual and Historical Studies of Science, The University of Chicago, 1126 E. 59th St., Chicago, IL 60637. Inquiries and questions may be directed to Robert J. Richards at r-richards@uchicago.edu. Early application is strongly recommended.
 * Review begins: 15 Oct. 2012, rolling until 15 Dec. 2012
 * Intend to interview at HSS (Nov 15-18)

Harvard University

 * tenure track, assistant or associate professorship in the history of modern medicine
 * A Ph.D. is required by the expected start date [1 Jul 2013], and the Department is especially interested in candidates who show exceptional promise as scholars, teachers and mentors, and who can offer high-impact courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2012

California Institute of Technology [VAP; for tenure-track faculty only]

 * Eleanor Searle Visiting Professor in the field of history of science.
 * The position is up to a full academic year (September 2013–June 2014). This is a half-time teaching position (two one-quarter courses) at Caltech and a half-time research position at the Huntington Library. Interested candidates should have demonstrated superb teaching and research skills. All applicants must currently hold a PhD and a full-time, tenure-track appointment at another university
 * Please apply electronically by sending a statement detailing the research you wish to carry out at the Huntington Library, a current c.v., a recent sample of writing, copies of teaching evaluations, and three reference letters to ftise@hss.caltech.edu or by mail to Chair, Eleanor Searle Search, Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences, California Institute of Technology, MC 101-40, Pasadena, CA 91125. Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2012. Caltech is an AA/EOE. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.
 * Deadline: 15 Oct. 2012

Cornell University 20th/21st C life sciences

 * tenure track assistant professorship in the the ethnographic, historical, and/or social studies of the 20th and/or 21st century life sciences.
 * (based in the STS department, not in History)
 * "Areas of interest include but are not limited to biology, biomedicine, biotechnology, ecology, neurobiology, and the biological aspects of environmental sciences.
 * A Ph.D. in science & technology studies or a closely related field, such as anthropology of science, history of science, or sociology of science, is required. The successful candidate will have an active research program studying the 20th and/or 21st century biological sciences; will participate in the training of Ph.D. students in science & technology studies; and will extend the reach of the department’s teaching in the history of the life sciences (especially in two undergraduate majors, “Biology & Society” and “Science & Technology Studies”). Applicants with one of two broad (partly overlapping) research and teaching profiles could meet departmental needs:
 * (1) a scholar with historical training, a research and teaching program centered in the 20th century, and also the ability to teach contemporary topics in undergraduate courses, such as Life Sciences & Society or Ethical Issues in Health & Medicine; or
 * (2) a scholar with training in contemporary social studies of science, a research and teaching program centered in the last several decades, and also the ability to teach undergraduate courses in the history of the 20th century life sciences and/or medicine.
 * Deadline: 31 Oct. 2012

Princeton University - 1400-1750

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the History of Science, 1400-1750
 * Anticipated start date, September 1, 2013.
 * The Department of History of Princeton University invites applications from scholars who specialize in the history of science and technology. Research focus and teaching strength in the period from 1400 to 1750 are preferred.
 * Review begins: 15 Oct. 2012 and is open until filled.
 * You may apply online at jobs.princeton.edu.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Siebel Chair in the History of Science

 * The Department of History at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites nominations and applications for a tenured position at the rank of Full Professor in the history of science. Subfield and geographic area open. Successful candidate will be an accomplished scholar with a distinguished record of publications, an active research agenda, and enthusiasm for teaching. PhD required. The target starting date is August 16, 2013. Salary competitive.
 * To apply, create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your application materials: Letter of application, CV, teaching materials, and contact information for three professional references.
 * For full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by 1 Nov. 2012.
 * Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made prior to the close date.

University of Missouri - Columbia - History of the Life Sciences

 * Open rank, tenured/tenure track position in the History of the Modern Life Sciences (c.1850-present)
 * "Whoever fills this position will be a full-time member of the History Department and will also be affiliated with the Christopher S. Bond Life Sciences Center as a resident historian. We are seeking candidates with a compelling research agenda and a strong commitment to building networks among disciplines. Existing initiatives in which s/he could participate include a science studies research group, an evolutionary studies research group, and a teaching certificate in the Life Sciences & Society Program. S/he is also expected to develop innovative projects along interdisciplinary lines. As a result, the normal 2-2 course-load in the History Department will be reduced by one. Two courses are open to his/her discretion. The third will be an annual historical survey of the modern life sciences that addresses social and cultural implications."
 * Deadline: 19 Oct. 2012

University of North Carolina, Wilmington

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in the History of Science, Technology & Medicine
 * Any area and any time period considered, although "[t]he successful applicant will teach a two-semester history of science survey and other courses in his or her field as well as contribute to graduate teaching and research."
 * "ABDs will be considered but a Ph.D. in history or a closely related field must be obtained within the first academic year of appointment."
 * Deadline for full consideration: 2 Nov. 2012
 * Intend to interview at AHA in New Orleans [3-6 Jan 2013]

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point - World/Global History

 * Tenure track assistant professorship in History of Science with a concentration in Global/World History
 * 4/4 Teaching load "...comprised of two or three preparations consisting of a combination of the World History survey and additional courses in his or her area of specialization. Preferred areas of expertise include the social history of technology, medicine, and/or environment. Applicants who can teach courses on African history will be preferred."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2012, with initial shortlisting phone interviews planned for November; position open until filled.

Amherst College - Gender, Science & Technology Studies

 * Assistant professorship in Gender, Science & Technology Studies
 * "We seek candidates whose scholarship makes a creative and interdisciplinary intervention in science policy, medicine, and/or technology as they intersect in a global context with gender, race, and sexuality. Topics that candidates could address include (but are not limited to): the role of race and gender in environmental policy; the gendered dimensions of scientific and medical developments and controversies (i.e. surrogate motherhood, sex selective abortion, medical tourism, HIV/AIDS, and maternal/infant health); contestations over genetic engineering, and the impact of the internet and digitization on practices and discourses of gender and sexuality. Candidates from the sciences, social sciences, humanities and interdisciplinary programs will be considered"
 * Review begins: 15 Sept. 2012
 * Crossposted to Queer/Women's/Gender_Studies

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - Tenured position

 * Tenured associate or full professor in "all domains of STS Scholarship" within the Program in Science, Technology & Society
 * "Graduate and undergraduate teaching and advising are required. Interest in establishing scholarly connections at MIT beyond the STS Program is desirable. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in research, a record of effective teaching and thesis supervision, and leadership and service to the profession."
 * Candidates must hold a Ph.D, and an extensive record of publication, research activity, and leadership are expected. The appointment is anticipated to begin in academic year 2013-2014.
 * Applications should consist of a current curriculum vita, a statement describing current and future research plans, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of three suggested references. To apply please visit: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1916.
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2012, position open until filled.

Stanford University; 2 positions, Philosophy of Mind/Biology/Logic

 * Two tenure track Assistant Profesorships in Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Biology, or Logic
 * AOC: Open. Four courses per year; graduate and undergraduate advising; usual non-teaching duties. Ph.D. prior to appointment is required.
 * [Interfolio application]
 * Deadline: 1 Nov. 2012

Tsinghua University (China)

 * Tenure track Assistant Professorship in History of Science and Technology
 * (posted under STS rather than History of Sci, due to qualification requirements)
 * "you should hold a Ph.D. in philosophy of Science and Technology or STS in WORLD TOP UNIVERSITIES. A fluent language capability in both Chinese and English is also needed. You also have experience in teaching at the university level, preferably including students in science & engineering, social science, or other non-STS fields, and preferably including professional and/or applied STS topics. You should as well have an excellent list of publications in peer-refereed journals, and have relevant international experience."
 * Deadline: 28 Sept. 2012

University of Pennsylvania - History of Technology [TWO posts]

 * Two posts in the History of Technology, one Tenure track (linked above) and one Tenured
 * "Scholars with an interest in the intersection of history of technology with environmental history, global history, or the history of information technologies, working on any region of the world are particularly encouraged to apply"
 * Review begins (for both posts): 15 Oct. 2012 and is open until filled

Vassar College - Science, Technology, and Society & Physics

 * Tenure track associate professorship "in a field that bridges STS and physics, engineering, or emergent technologies, beginning in fall of 2013"
 * Joint position between "The multidisciplinary Program in Science, Technology, and Society (STS) and the Department of Physics"
 * Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses a year, split in alternating years, 2/3 and 3/2 between STS and Physics. Within the STS Program, the person in this position will teach our core course in Science and Technology Studies, as well as intermediate and advanced level courses in the candidate's field of expertise. In the Physics Department, this position would cover introductory physics, an intermediate-level course if appropriate, and a special studies course in his or her field of expertise. A Ph.D. in STS or related field (e.g., History and Philosophy of Science) is required, along with substantial undergraduate and, preferably, some graduate work in physics.
 * For full consideration: 15 Oct. 2012