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==African-American== ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61442 Adelphi University (USA:NY)]=== * 9 month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in African American History to begin August 2021 * We seek to recruit a promising scholar-teacher with interdisciplinary training and interests related to Black History and African American Studies. S/he will have primary teaching responsibilities in the ABCSP, which cross-lists some of the courses they will teach with the History Department. Adelphi's 51 year old African, Black & Caribbean Studies Program (ABCSP) is interested in building its strengths in the Africana intellectual traditions and cultural philosophy, history and intersectional methodologies advanced by Black Studies, African American Studies, and Critical Race Studies * Teaching Load: 3/3 [18 credits] Applicants will teach undergraduate courses including introductory, survey classes, and seminars. Beginning in the Fall, 2021 our new colleague's teaching load will include an annual two-semester rotation of the two-semester cross-listed courses Black History to 1865 and Black History 1865-Present respectively in a fall and spring of each year, and one additional cross-listed course with an historical focus on experiences related to race, such as: The Reconstruction Era; or The Civil Rights Movement; or Race and Law in American History. In addition, our new colleague will teach a section of the Introduction to African American Studies, an interdisciplinary course within the ABCSP. The two remaining courses will reflect the candidate's specialty area of interest in African, Black & Caribbean Studies. * nterested candidates should submit the following materials online at: http://www.adelphi.edu/positions/faculty: a letter of application, resume/ curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of teaching philosophy, an article length writing sample, a statement of commitment to diversity goals (2 page maximum), a copy of the transcript of highest degree earned (official transcript required at time of appointment), and, teaching portfolio (including sample syllabi and evidence of teaching experience and excellence). Please be prepared to provide the names and email addresses of three academic referees when completing the online faculty application. For matters other than the submission of materials, inquiries may be directed to Dr. Marsha J. Tyson Darling, Director, the Center for African, Black & Caribbean Studies, Chair, Search Committee, at mailto:darling@adelphi.edu. * Review begins: '''1 Jun. 2021''' [ad posted 26 May] ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60546 Appalachian State University (USA:NC)]=== * tenure-track assistant professorship in African American history, beginning August 2021 * Candidates with an ability to teach/support public history, history education, and/or digital history initiatives are preferred * PhD must be in hand by Aug. 2021 * Ability to teach courses in area of specialization, as well as American history surveys, required * https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/26835 * Deadline:November 20, 2020, ad expires 18 Jan. 2021 **request for interview and letters (Dec 15) ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61455 Augusta College (USA:GA)]=== * full-time Lecturer of African American History for a one year position, for academic year 2021-22. Appointment to begin August 2, 2021 * MA in History or African American Studies required, ABD or PhD preferred * To be considered an applicant for this position you must apply online at http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty. Please browse or search for Job ID 227819. Please upload your cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, and contact information for at least three academic references, as one PDF document. * Review begins immediately, deadline: '''30 Jun. 2021''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61298 Carleton College (USA:MN)]=== * open-rank (tenure-track or tenured) position in African American History to begin September 1, 2022. * A Ph.D. in African American history or a related field is expected by the time of appointment. * Teaching responsibilities will include surveys of African-American history, more specialized courses and seminars in the candidate’s areas of specialization and interest, and opportunities to advise theses and independent research. * To apply for this position, candidates should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a course syllabus and an annotated listing of courses you are prepared to teach, graduate transcripts, and a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses our liberal arts environment. In the statement of teaching philosophy, we are particularly interested in hearing about candidates' specific classroom strategies for promoting equity, critically examining histories of oppression, and fostering a respectful classroom environment. Letters of recommendation will be requested for selected candidates following the initial review of materials. These materials should be submitted at careers.carleton.edu. * Deadline: '''15 Aug. 2021''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60417 Carnege Mellon University (USA:PA)] - 19th/20thC=== * Tenure track Assistant Professor of 19th/20th century African American or Black Diasporic History. * PhD must be in hand by 1 Jul. 2021 * The successful candidate will join a dynamic cohort of new scholars working on African peoples and the intersections of race, racism, and identity formation on a global scale. We are particularly interested in scholars of the United States, but we also welcome applications from specialists on the transnational Black experience from all corners of the globe. Scholars working on a broad-range of geographic, thematic, and topical areas are encouraged to apply. Diverse themes and topics that complement existing departmental strengths might include gender / sexuality; science and technology; labor / class; urban, entrepreneurial, and environmental history; and racialized forms of wealth-creation, law and state-making, criminal justice, policing, incarceration, and health disparities. * Teaching Load: 2/2 * All applicants are required to apply on line at http://apply.interfolio.com/79011. The completed application should include 1) a c.v., 2) a cover letter outlining research, teaching, and community service, and 3) a writing sample of no more than 50 pages. For applicants that advance beyond the initial review, we will also request three letters of recommendation. * Deadline: '''20 Nov. 2020''' * 15 Feb: Any news? * 16 Feb: Not a peep since my interview last month... ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60282 City University of New York (USA:NY)] - [Open Rank]=== * Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - African American History, to begin Fall 2021 * The successful candidate will also serve as Director of the Africana Studies Program for a minimum of 6 years with the goal of strengthening and developing initiatives related to advancing the program, student engagement, alumni and community involvement, and fundraising. * Teaching Load: both halves of the History Department’s African American History survey course, as well as other undergraduate and Master's level courses in their field of expertise * For application information and more details, - Go to cuny.jobs, in the box under "Job titles and keywords", enter the job ID "22025", click on " Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - African American History " and select the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions * Deadline: not stated in ad, ad expires '''9 Nov. 2020''' *Have they started interviewing? Yes ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60440 The College of Wooster (USA:OH)]=== * Tenure-track position in African American History at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2021 * We seek a broadly trained specialist in African American history. We are interested in candidates who can contribute to the College’s interdisciplinary programs (e.g., Africana Studies; Archaeology; Environmental Studies; Global & International Studies; Global Media & Digital Studies; Urban Studies; and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies) * PhD should be in hand by August 2021 * Application materials must be submitted through Interfolio at ( http://apply.interfolio.com/79356). Please submit a letter of application addressed to the African American History Search Committee (1-2 pp.); teaching statement (1-2 pp.); research statement (1-2 pp.); a statement detailing how the applicant expects to engage with issues of diversity and inclusion in the classroom and the curriculum, as well as on campus and in the broader community (1-2 pp.); curriculum vitae; unofficial graduate transcript; and three letters of recommendation * For full consideration: '''15 Dec. 2021''' * [15 feb]: Any news? *[Mar. 25]: Rejection Email ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61413 Dartmouth College (USA:NH)] - [Non-TT]=== * 9 month non-tenure-track Lecturer in African American History, with possibility of renewal for a second year * Teaching Load: 4 courses distributed across the fall, winter, and spring quarters. There are no service expectations. * Applications should include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae with names of references. Please address your cover letter to Professor Cecilia Gaposchkin, Chair of the Department of History. Submit all materials electronically to Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/87883 . * Review of applications will begin immediately [ad posted 18 May] and continue until the position is filled. ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61325 Earlham College (USA:IA)] - [Non-TT]=== * Visiting assistant professor of African American History * Particularly interested in candidates who are well grounded in the epistemologies and ontologies of the Black experience. We invite candidates who study any time period of U.S. history, and whose work uses regional, hemispheric, and/or transnational geographic frameworks. * While Ph.D.s and ABDs in the discipline of History will be considered, we also encourage Ph.D.s and ABDs in Ethnic Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, American Studies, and other related interdisciplinary fields to apply. * Teaching Load: 2/3 * Please submit a cover letter, CV, 30-page writing sample, a 300-500-word statement on how you would contribute to Earlham’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and contact information for three referees to Ryan Murphy, Associate Professor of History, at murphry@earlham.edu * Review begins: '''15 May 2021''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60464 Eastern Illinois University (USA:IL)] - African American/African Diaspora=== * Tenure track Assistant Professorship in African American or African Diaspora History * Subfields open, though ability to teach courses in U.S. history preferred. * PhD must be in-hand by 16 Aug. 2021. * The successful candidate will teach survey courses, upper-division and MA courses in their field(s) of specialization, and methods and capstone courses as necessary. This position will also support the Africana Studies minor. * To apply, please submit the following: a cover letter specifying the applicant's interest in and qualifications for the position; CV; and the names and contact information of three references. Please submit application materials on Interfolio via the link: http://apply.interfolio.com/79537. Recommendation letters, sample syllabi, and a writing sample will be requested if the candidate advances to the preliminary interview stage * Review begins: '''5 Nov. 2020''' * 15 Feb.: Any news? *17 Feb - Rejection email sent ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60686 Furman University (USA:SC)] - pre-1900 [open rank]=== * Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, with a strong preference for a senior hire with a demonstrated track record of significant contributions in the field of African-American history, pre-1900, to begin 1 Aug. 2021 * PhD must be in hand by start of appointment * Teaching Load: 3/2 * Required Documents (Please combine all documents into a single pdf before uploading): 1. Resume/C.V. 2. Cover letter (The cover letter should include a description of how your teaching, scholarship, mentoring and/or service might contribute to a liberal arts college community that includes a commitment to diversity as one of its core values.) 3. University diversity statement 4. Two sample syllabi (one from an introductory course, one from an advanced course). 5. Writing sample or excerpt of no more than 20 pages 6. Three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted via Interfolio. Link to apply: https://furman.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Furman_Careers/job/Main-Campus/Assistant-Associate-Full-Professor-of-History_R001027 * Letters of recommendation should be sent via Interfolio to Sara Abraham-Oxford (sara.abraham-oxford@furman.edu), administrative assistant to the History Department. * Review begins immediately [ad posted 13 Nov] with a deadline of '''15 Dec. 2020''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60717 Georgia Southern University (USA:GA)] - [Non-TT]=== * Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor African American History, to begin 1 Aug. 2021 * In particular, this position will serve as the point person for the department’s commitment to the Telfair Museums’ Legacy of Slavery in Savannah project. * Teaching Load: 2/2 * PhD in History, or a closely related field, with a specialization in African American History, by August 1, 2021. * other Required Qualifications: Demonstrated interest in and record of success in community engagement; Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives; Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development; '''Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the institution'''; Preferred Qualifications: Record of teaching African American and U.S. history courses at the college level; Peer-reviewed scholarly publications. * A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. In addition, applicants are required to submit an Inclusive Excellence statement (2 pages). In the Inclusive Excellence statement, applicants should reflect on their experience, vision, and commitment regarding teaching and mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds and discuss past, current, and future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the areas of research, teaching, service, and outreach. For more information on Georgia Southern University’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please see https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/inclusive-excellence/. Other documentation may be requested. Only complete applications submitted electronically will be considered. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent to: Kwaku Nti, Search Chair, Search 67828 Georgia Southern University Electronic mail: historysearch@georgiasouthern.edu Telephone: 912-344-2763 * Review begins: '''15 Jan. 2021''' and continues until the position is filled ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61283 Georgia State University (USA:GA)] - before 1865=== * tenure-track Associate Professor in African-American History before 1865, to begin Aug. 2021 * The department is especially interested in scholars whose work speaks to connections between African, African-American, and Indigenous populations, belief structures, and religious practices. The ability to contribute to existing department initiatives in the African Atlantic World, environmental, and Georgia history is especially welcome. * PhD must be in hand by start date * Teaching Load: 2/2 Teaching responsibilities include cross-listed History/African-American Studies courses at all levels. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop upper division undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in History and African-American Studies, and to supervise graduate research for the M.A. and Ph.D. programs. * Applicants should submit: 1) a Cover Letter (2 single-spaced pages); 2) a CV; 3) a Research Statement (1-2 single-spaced pages, include a narrative of past, current, and future scholarship); and 4) the names and affiliations of three potential referees. All four documents should be combined into a single PDF file (LASTNAME.FIRSTNAME.pdf) and submitted as an email attachment to Chair, African-American History Search Committee, at HistorySearchCom@gsu.edu. Those applicants long-listed by the search committee will be contacted for three reference letters and a writing sample * For full consideration: '''30 Apr. 2021''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60236 Gustavus Adolphus College (USA:MN)]=== * Tenure track assistant professorship in African American History, to begin 1 Sept. 2021 * Gustavus Adolphus College seeks employees who are committed to and will be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity. We seek candidates whose experience has prepared them to help us realize our college-wide goal of engagement and inclusion of culturally and racially diverse audiences in liberal arts and sciences. The Gustavus Acts strategic plan renews our commitment to equip students to lead purposeful lives, and to act on the great challenges of our time by diversifying and expanding the Gustavus community and delivering a distinctive and integrated liberal arts education. * PhD in African American history must be in hand by 1 Sept. 2021 * Teaching Load: Primary teaching responsibilities will serve the history department and African studies program. These include survey courses in U.S. history, intermediate and upper-level courses in African American History and African Diaspora, the history methods course, and the senior research seminar. Other responsibilities will include contributions to the general education curriculum (such as the College’s First Term Seminar, January Term, or the Three Crown Curriculum), and interdisciplinary majors and minors. Gustavus faculty engage in teaching, scholarly research, and service to the college and department. * To apply, visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following: Letter of application that explicitly addresses the position’s qualifications as stated above; Curriculum vitae; A one-page, single-spaced statement of teaching philosophy; the statement should address how the candidate promotes innovative, engaging, and dynamic teaching practices that foster an active learning environment; Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable); The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone. * Deadline: '''12 Oct. 2020''' **Rejection email received 10/30/20. **Rejection email announcing end of search received in early February 2021. ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61353 Lehigh University (USA:PA)] - [Non-TT:VAP]=== * One-year Visiting Assistant Professor with expertise in African American history * Chronological and thematic research fields are open, and individuals who can teach courses in gender and Black radical thought are particularly welcome. Other specialties are also welcome. * The successful candidate will be ABD or have a Ph.D. in History, Africana Studies, or a closely related field. * Teaching Load: 3/3 Lehigh University expects to have in-person classes in 2021-2022, and the successful candidate should expect to teach in the classroom. * Questions about the position should be directed to the chair of the committee, Prof. Monica Najar at najar@lehigh.edu * To apply, please send a letter of application and a vita to the departmental administrator of the History Department, Ellen Zimmer Lewis at ell414@lehigh.edu. Letters of recommendation and evidence of teaching effectiveness will be requested at a later time * Review begins: '''17 May 2021''' and continues until position filled. ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60747 Loyola University, Chicago (USA:IL)]=== * full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History with a research and teaching specialty in African American history, for academic year 2021-22. * The candidate will have a Ph.D. in History by August 31, 2021 * Teaching Load: 2/2 The successful candidate will teach graduate and upper-level undergraduate courses in African American History, as well as broader surveys in the Loyola University core curriculum. * Candidates should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a letter of interest; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement outlining the applicant’s research agenda; (4) a statement on teaching experience; and (5) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching and other channels and engaging a diverse community through scholarship and service. Applicants should also arrange for three recommendations from individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of scholarship, teaching and mentorship, to be submitted electronically to the above website (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC). Candidates may forward additional materials in digital form related to teaching excellence and samples of scholarly publications to D. Bradford Hunt, Professor and Chair, dhunt1@luc.edu. * Deadline: '''4 Jan. 2021''' :* [24 Jan] Rejected without interview ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60731 Longwood University (USA:VA)]=== * Assistant Professor of African American History, to begin Aug. 2021 * A completed Ph.D. in United States or African American History is strongly preferred. Well-qualified ABD candidates will be considered but must be on track to have all degree requirements completed by August 2021. * To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and attach (under Resume) a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial graduate transcripts, statement of teaching interests and philosophy which includes how the candidate serves diverse populations in the classroom, and names and contact details of three references. * Review begins: '''10 Dec. 2020''' and continues until position filled **First round interviews underway [Jan 27] ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60436 Macalester College (USA:MN)] - Senior Hire=== * Advanced Associate or Full Professorship in Modern U.S. Historian with a specialization in African-American history to serve as Chair of the Department, to begin Fall 2021 * A Ph.D. is required. * Primary teaching responsibilities include courses in the history of African Americans and the African Diaspora in the United States, including the nature and persistence of racial inequality and its consequences; modern U.S. history courses (1861-present); and classes that complement and enhance the department's curriculum. * To apply, electronically submit a c.v., cover letter, a writing sample, a diversity statement (see guidelines below), representative course syllabi, and the names and contact information of three references to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17012 We will follow up with requests for letters of reference as we proceed with our search. In your cover letter, please discuss any previous experience you have chairing a department or equivalent administrative experience. * Review begins: '''23 Nov. 2020''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61221 Miami University (USA:OH)] - [Non-TT]=== * Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor of African American History * Ph.D. in African American History or closely related field by date of appointment for appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor; ABD in African American History or closely related field for appointment as Instructor. * Ability to teach surveys of African American History, U.S. since 1865, and courses in area of specialty. For Instructor position, this position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship. * Review begins: '''26 Apr. 2021''' and continues until position filled ===[https://inside.msmary.edu/more/human-resources/employment-opportunities/faculty-positions/assistant-professor-of-african-american-studies.html Mount Saint Mary's University (USA:MD)] - Cultural Studies=== * Tenure-track Assistant Professor of African-American Cultural Studies *Applicants with doctoral degrees in cultural studies, anthropology, sociology, English, '''history''', or a relevant field are encouraged to apply *Teaching responsibilities will include the courses Foundations of African and African American Studies, Race and Ethnicity, and other 200- and 300-level courses relevant to the candidate’s field of specialization. *The successful candidate will have Ph.D. in hand by August 2021, '''lived experience as part of a traditionally underrepresented group''', published scholarly work in African-American studies, and demonstrated a student-centered philosophy consistent with teaching at a liberal arts college. *Application materials should discuss how you might contribute to the university’s '''Catholic liberal arts mission''', how your work engages with the Catholic intellectual tradition, or how your own faith tradition informs your vocation as teacher and scholar. *A complete application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation (at least two addressing teaching abilities). *Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. ===[https://jobs.chronicle.com/job/335083/associate-full-professor-history/ North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (USA:NC)] - 20thC African American Women's history=== * Associate/Full Professor, History, specializing in 20th Century African American Women's History * The primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate level courses, conducting research, student advising, student mentoring, recruitment, curriculum development, conducting scholarly activities and all other activities required for tenure. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment and service to the department, College and University as needed. * Deadline: not stated in ad, ad posted 17 Apr. 2021 ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60547 Roosevelt University (USA:IL)] - [Non-TT:VAP] 20thC=== * Full-time non-tenure track position as a Visiting Assistant Professor (for 2 years) of History with a specialization in 20th century African American history, to begin Aug. 2021 * the Ph.D. must be awarded by August 2021 * Teaching Load: 2/3 including African American history survey courses, upper-division specialized courses and a graduate (MA) reading seminar. As well, the faculty member will assist with activities and projects associated with the university’s Center for New Deal Studies * Applicants should submit: 1. Cover letter, 2. Curriculum vitae, 3. Statement of teaching philosophy, 4. Three letters of reference from faculty familiar with candidate’s scholarship and/or teaching - Material may be uploaded through the Roosevelt University website: http://jobs.roosevelt.edu/postings/5339 * Deadline: not stated in ad, ad expires '''15 Dec. 2020''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60404 Texas A&M University, College Station (USA:TX)] - Black History=== * full-time 9-month academic appointment to begin September 1, 2021. * Accomplished advanced Assistant Professors who are eligible for tenure and promotion to Associate Professor upon hire are strongly encouraged to apply. Whether they engage primarily with the study of African Americans in the United States or the history of Africa and the global African Diaspora, we desire someone who can diversify the Department’s existing research profile * Contact: All application materials should be submitted through or uploaded to Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/77133 * For queries about the position please contact Dr. Albert S. Broussard electronically at a-broussard@tamu.edu. To apply please submit a letter of application, CV, publication sample, a diversity statement, and three letters of recommendation * Deadline: '''4 Dec. 2020''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60531 Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi (USA:TX)]=== * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in African American History beginning fall 2021 * We welcome applications from scholars in any period of African American History. We are especially interested in critical and innovative scholarship that focuses on but is not limited to racial justice. * Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in History or related field. Advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred by the time of appointment - Preferred Qualifications: Specialization within the 18th and/or 19th centuries. * Teaching Load: 3/3 including US survey courses ... along with upper-level undergraduate courses and courses in our History M.A. program in the candidate’s area of specialization. * TO APPLY: http://hr.tamucc.edu/Job_Opportunities/ All required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position. * A completed application will include: Cover letter, Statement of teaching philosophy and experience, Curriculum vitae, Three professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email addresses- including a current or previous supervisor. Letters of recommendation may be requested after review of applications, and a writing sample and sample course syllabi may be requested later in the process. * Please address inquiries to: Dr. Glenn Tiller, Search Committee Chair, glenn.tiller@tamucc.edu. * Deadline: '''16 Nov. 2020''' **Conducted first-round interviews in December 2020 **Rejection received in February 2021 ===[https://jobs.chronicle.com/job/290212/assistant-professor-of-african-american-history/ Texas A&M University, San Antonio (USA:TX)]=== *Tenure-track Assistant Professor of African American History to begin Fall 2021 *The Department of Communication, History & Philosophy seeks applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, tenure-track appointment. Candidates with experience and/or interest in public history and digital humanities are preferred. *This position will serve as the department's liaison with the San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the collection, preservation, and sharing of African American history and culture in the San Antonio region. *Base teaching load: 3/3 *Required qualifications: A Ph.D. in hand by the time of appointment in History or a closely related field; demonstrated specialization in African American History; evidence of scholarly achievement including engagement with the field of African American history; university teaching experience commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor *Application process: the online application will consist of the application form, cover letter, CV, and unofficial copies of transcripts *To apply: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUSA_External/job/San-Antonio-TAMUSA/Assistant-Professor-of-African-American-History_R-032929-1 *Please address inquiries to: Dr. Amy Porter, Search Committee Chair, aporter@tamusa.edu *Priority deadline: '''1 Dec. 2020'''. The position will remain open until filled. *Scheduled Final round of interviews ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61054 Texas Tech University (USA:TX)] - [Non-tt;VAP]=== * One-year Visiting Assistant Professor in African American history to begin August 2021. * Chronological period and specialization are open. * The successful applicant must be ABD by the time of appointment. * Teaching responsibilities will include the introductory U.S. history survey as well as advanced undergraduate courses in their area of expertise and related subfields. Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students is highly desirable. * All interested applicants must apply online at http://www.texastech.edu/careers (click on ‘Faculty’ and 'Search openings' then enter requisition number 22994BR). Applicants will be asked to upload a letter of application that speaks to teaching effectiveness, a c.v., and a sample of scholarly work. Additionally, two letters of reference should be emailed directly to Dr. Julie Willett at j.willett@ttu.edu, or by mail to Dr. Julie Willett, Chair of Search Committee, VAP in African American History, Department of History, Texas Tech University, Box 41013, Lubbock, TX 79409-1013. * Review begins: '''16 Apr. 2021''' and continues until position filled. ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60794 University of Central Arkansas (USA:AR)]=== * tenure-track assistant professorship in African American History. * Successful candidate will teach Introduction to African/African American Studies surveys, American history surveys, and undergraduate courses in area of specialization * PhD required by time of appointment, August 2021. * For further details about the position and application instructions please visit: https://jobs.uca.edu/ * Review begins: '''15 Jan. 2021''' *Any news? [march 5] *[Mar. 29] Rejection Email ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60647 University of Colorado - Boulder (USA:CO)]=== * Tenure-track assistant professor specializing in African American History * ABDs will be considered, but the Ph.D. degree or its equivalent in History or a related field must be conferred by August 16, 2021. * The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda, teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in African American and American/U.S. History (including one or both of the two American/U.S. history surveys), and provide service to the department, campus, and larger professional community * To apply, please submit the following materials: A letter of application, A current CV, A teaching and mentoring statement, A research statement, An article-length scholarly writing sample, A diversity and inclusion statement that addresses how the candidate would advance our department’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through their teaching, scholarship, and service. During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references and we will request letters of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses. * Deadline: '''18 Dec. 2020''' **Received rejection on 12 January 2021 (x2) — nearly 100 applicants **18 Mar: Offer made and accepted === [https://careers.insidehighered.com/job/2081818/assistant-professor-of-african-american-history/ University of Georgia (USA:GA)] === * The Department of History and the Institute for African American Studies at the University of Georgia invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in African American History, to start August 2021. * The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research agenda, teach undergraduate and graduate courses (with a 2-2 teaching load), and contribute to departmental governance. The successful candidate will be expected to teach AFAM 2000 (an introductory course to African American Studies), as well as cross-listed courses in History and African American Studies. * Applications should include a cover letter describing the candidate’s teaching and research interests, a current c.v., and a chapter-length writing sample. Contact information for references will be solicited at a later stage in the review process. * Applicants must have their PhD in History, African American Studies, or a related field conferred by July 30, 2021. * Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. James Brooks (james.brooks@uga.edu) and Dr. Carolyn Medine (medine@uga.edu). * For further information and to apply, see https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/182311 * Deadline: '''26 February 2021''' *Offer made and accepted ===[https://jobs.chronicle.com/job/336525/advanced-assistant-or-associate-professor-history/ University of Massachusetts Lowell (USA:MA)]=== * Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor in African American History, to begin Sept. 2021 [or poss deferral to Jan 2022] * Assistant Professors should be at least two years in rank at the time of application. Experience with DEI programming and race/ethnic studies is desirable. Applicants should have a clearly articulated program of research and prior publications appropriate to the level of academic appointment, and demonstrate the significance of their research. Applicants should also demonstrate evidence of excellent undergraduate teaching. * Ph.D. in hand is required at the time of appointment. * The teaching load at UMass Lowell ranges from 3-3 to 2-1 depending upon research productivity and publication record; most faculty teach 2-2 * For full consideration '''16 May 2021''' :* Interviews with selected candidates will be conducted via video-conference in June :*20 June 2021: Any updates? ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61365 University of Memphis (USA:TN)] - [Non-TT]=== * non-tenure track Instructor position in African American History, starting in Fall 2021. This is a one-year position that may be renewed for two additional years * Ph.D. in History required by the time of appointment * Teaching Load: 4/4 includes survey courses in African American and U.S. history as well as upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in those fields, both in-class and online formats * The application process is online at https://workforum.memphis.edu. Choose “Faculty,” then “Instructor in African American History.” All applicants must upload the following documents: Letter of application, C.V., Writing sample (Upload in “Other Document 1”), Academic transcript, Contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references * Review begins: '''28 May 2021''' and continues until position filled ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60754 University of Northern Iowa (USA:IA)]=== * tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in U.S. History, with a specialization in African American History and/or the history of race and ethnicity in the United States, or related topics, starting August 2021. * The candidate will teach and develop courses in the Department of History as assigned, based on departmental needs in U.S. and African American history, including introductory and general education courses. * The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in U.S. History, African American Studies, or a closely-related field is required by August 1, 2021 * To apply, visit http://jobs.uni.edu/. Inquiries may be sent to Jennifer McNabb at 319-273-2097 or jennifer.mcnabb@uni.edu. Pre-employment background checks required. * For full consideration: '''15 Feb. 2021''' *[Feb. 25] preliminary interview request *[Mar. 23] Any Updates? *[Mar. 26] Rejection Email from first interview ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60482 University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (USA:NC)] - US Slavery=== * Tenure-track Assistant Professor who specializes in the history of slavery in North America. * The Department of History seeks candidates who can bolster our existing strengths in African American History, United States History, and Southern History. The Department also seeks candidates whose commitment to scholarship, teaching, and service will support a climate of diversity and public engagement. * Teaching load: 2/2 * Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in History or a related field in-hand by July 1, 2021. * To apply for this position, please use the following link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/184337 to submit your curriculum vitae and a cover letter detailing your research and teaching interests. Review of applications will begin immediately. Those invited to interview in the next round will be asked for additional materials. * Review begins immediately [ad posted 10 Oct] *[22 March] — Generic rejection email says, "the hiring department has decided not to fill the position at this time." ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60533 University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (USA:NC)] - American Slavery=== '''NB''': unclear how this post relates to the one above; the jobs have different advert code numbers. [[User:AFII|AFII]] ([[User talk:AFII|talk]]) 10:37, October 19, 2020 (UTC)--Separate search * Assistant or Associate Professorship in the history of American Slavery, to begin 1 Jul. 2021 * The individual hired will hold the title of Morehead-Cain Alumni Fellow (assistant professor) or Morehead-Cain Alumni Scholar (associate professor), reflecting the partnership that made the position possible * Prospective candidates should submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. In addition, at the time of application, candidates are required to identify four names, titles, and email addresses of professional references. Recommenders identified by the applicant will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support. Applications are to be submitted online at: http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/184309. * Review begins: '''20 Nov. 2020''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60664 University of North Carolina, Pembroke (USA:NC)]=== * Tenure track Assistant Professor of African-American History * Secondary areas of particular importance to the department are Sub‐Saharan Africa, Women’s History, or Public History; and/or the ability to contribute to our Social Studies licensure program. * PhD must be in hand by Aug. 2021 * The successful candidate will contribute to the general education survey load in the department by offering an introductory course in African American History, teach advanced courses in African American History including the Civil Rights Movement, coordinate an interdisciplinary minor in African American Studies and teach its introductory course, and periodically teach an historical methods course. * Special Instructions to Applicants: Interested applicants should submit an online application, cover letter, c.v., and a list of references through the UNCP Online Employment System (jobs.uncp.edu). In addition, please upload a 500‐word teaching statement, a sample or proposed syllabus from a relevant course, and unofficial graduate transcripts to the Online Employment System. * Deadline: '''15 Dec. 2020''' **[26 Jan] Received rejection email ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61321 University of Oregon (USA:OR)] - [Non-TT;VAP]=== * one-year visiting assistant professor position in African American history, to begin Sept. 16, 2021 * The research field is open but the successful candidate will teach both halves of the African American history survey and advanced courses in their area of specialization. The department is especially interested in candidates whose teaching, research, and mentorship would complement and support the Black Studies minor. * Teaching Load: 2/2/1 * Candidates should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and email addresses of 3 professional references * Deadline: '''17 May 2021''' :* Zoom interviews will be conducted the week of May 31, 2021. ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60220 University of Scranton (USA:PA)]=== * Tenure track assistant professorship in African American History, to begin Fall 2021 * PhD must be in hand by start date * Preference will be given to candidates who specialize in urban history and/or religious history in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but all applications will be considered * Primary responsibilities include teaching the U.S. History survey, Race in American History, as well as other courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise. * The University of Scranton is, by tradition and choice, '''a Catholic and Jesuit university'''. The University’s mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml. * For full consideration please submit a letter of interest, c.v., and three letters of reference at https://universityofscrantonjobs.com ... Initial interviews will occur via Zoom. Questions may be directed to Dr. Adam Pratt, Search Chair. * Deadline: '''1 Oct. 2020''' **Have moved onto first-round interviews as of 15 January 2021 ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61431 University of Utah (USA:UT)]=== NB this is a 2021-22 position, posted here until next year's pages are created. * Tenure-line Assistant or Associate professor in African American History (1600-present), research specialization and time period open * PhD preferred but ABD candidates are encouraged to apply. * Teaching Load: including upper division courses on African American history, the one semester US survey, and an undergraduate course in historical methodology. * In addition to a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and contact information for three recommenders, please submit a 1-2 page statement addressing contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service * deadline: '''3 Sept. 2021''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61004 Washington and Jefferson College (USA:PA)] - U.S. History to 1900 with a focus on African-American history and the African Diaspora=== * tenure track assistant professorship with a specialization in U.S. history to 1900 with a particular focus on African-American history and the African diaspora, to begin in the Fall of 2021. * We are particularly interested in applicants who are also able to offer courses in the history of Africa, the Caribbean, and/or the Atlantic World. We also welcome applications from candidates whose teaching and research use innovative methodological approaches and who have interests in public history. * A Ph.D. in History or a closely related field is required prior to beginning employment * Teaching Load: 3/3 and "will include survey courses in pre-1900 U.S. history and upper-level seminars in the field of specialization. Faculty will also teach, on a rotating basis, either the Department's new methodology course, "Thinking Historically," or our new Senior Seminar. As well, members of the department regularly contribute courses to the First Year Seminar Program and to a range of interdisciplinary programs including American Studies, African-American Studies, and Gender & Women's Studies." * A complete application consists of a letter of interest that describes the candidate's research interests, teaching experience and philosophy, and their vision or experience working with a diverse student population and creating equitable and inclusive learning communities; a curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be submitted to https://www.washjeff.edu/applicantpro/ * Deadline: '''15 Feb. 2021''' **Any updates? [23 Mar. 2021] **Held first-round Zoom interviews week of Feb. 25th. ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=61213 Wesleyan College (USA:GA)] - African-American or African Diaspora=== * Three-year visiting assistant professorship in history (The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply for a tenure track position at the end of three years), to start August 2021. * The successful candidate is also expected to work for the College’s Center for Social and Racial Equity by offering and coordinating programming on African American history with a focus on reparative justice in the US South. We are particularly interested in an applicant with a clear commitment to the liberal arts and appreciation for the value of women’s colleges in higher education, has experience working with diverse populations of students, and has demonstrated effective teaching experience. * Minimum qualifications included a Ph.D. in history with a primary focus in African American history or the post-colonial African diaspora experience, and a strong commitment to undergraduate instruction and research * Teaching Load 4-5 courses/year * Please send an application that includes (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, (4) a statement of how you have supported diversity in your work, and (5) the names of three references to: Stephanie Gaither, Provost Office, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210. Email: sgaither@wesleyancollege.edu. * Review begins: '''5 Apr. 2021''' ===[https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=60473 York University (CAN)]=== * professorial stream tenure-track appointment in African American History at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, to commence July 1, 2021 * '''This opportunity is open to qualified individuals who self-identify as Black peoples of African Descent''' (for example Africans and African heritage people from the Caribbean, Americas, Europe). Recognizing the underrepresentation of Black faculty, this opportunity is to support the University’s Affirmative Action program and has been developed based on the special program provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code. The position is part of a cohort hire of fourteen new colleagues at York University, including hires across a number of faculties and a wide range of areas and fields. The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant scholarly community at York, where we aspire to achieve equity and diversity in all areas, including race equity. * A PhD in History or a related discipline is required, with a demonstrated record of excellence or promise of excellence in teaching, scholarly research and publication and service. Applicants should have a clearly articulated program of research in African American History. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the teaching of US and African American History at all levels. * Application, including a cover letter, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, teaching evaluations and three confidential letters of reference, may be uploaded to https://apply.laps.yorku.ca beginning on 23 September 2020. * Deadline: '''15 Nov. 2020'''
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