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Adelphi University (USA:NY) LA & Caribbean

• Tenure-Track Assistant Professorship in Latin American and Caribbean history, to begin Fall 2020
• The department particularly welcomes candidates who have interdisciplinary interests and/or teaching competency in a cross-regional or thematic field such as environmental history, the Atlantic world, history of science or medicine, race, gender, etc.
• PhD must be in hand by start date
• Teaching: Expected to teach Western or World Civilization, a two-semester survey of Latin American history, Caribbean history, and advanced courses in the candidate's area of specialization.
• Applicants should submit a letter of application, C.V., chapter-length writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of reference. Applicant must apply online on the Adelphi website. Direct any inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Associate Professor Kirsten Ziomek: kziomek@adelphi.edu.
• Deadline: 14 Oct. 2019

Angelo State University (USA: TX) 

• The History Department at Angelo State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Latin American history beginning Fall of 2020.
• 4x4 course load
• $51,817 salary per annum
• The successful candidate should be able to teach an array of upper division courses that cover the pre-Hispanic period to the present, as well as both halves of the U.S. history survey. Applicant should have a PhD in history or related field at the time of employment.
• The University offers a minor in Mexican American Studies, to which the person hired for this position would contribute. 
• Please apply at https://employment.angelo.edu/postings/3100
• Materials to submit: CV, cover letter, teaching philosophy, transcripts (unofficial)
• For best consideration, submit all materials by 29 November 2019.

Auburn University (USA: AL) (non-TT) Instructor

• The Department of History at Auburn University invites applications for one (non-tenure-track) position a the rank of Instructor.
• The appointee will be primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate class in Latin American history as well as our core World History sequence (HIST 1010 and 1020).
• This position would carry a 4-4 teaching load, with a merit distribution of 100% instruction. This would involve 2-3 sections of 1010/1020 each term, as well as 1-2 courses in Latin American History.
• The History Department embraces Auburn University's commitment to increasing diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The Search Committee welcomes applications from candidates whose record of research, teaching, and/or outreach strengthens the department's ability to offer diverse perspectives to our students. Auburn University is an R1 institution, and the Department of History supports research activity for its instructors by providing some travel and other professional development funds to instructors and other non-tenure-track faculty.
• The one-year appointment will begin on August 16, 2020, with a possibility of renewal for up to two additional years contingent upon need, funding, and satisfactory performance. Ph.D. in History prior to employment desired, but outstanding candidates who are in the final state of doctoral candidacy will be considered. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2019.

California State University, Channel Islands (USA:CA): Central Am. or South Am.

• Tenure-track assistant professor in Pre-Columbian, Early Colonial, or Modern Latin American History starting in Fall 2020
• We are looking for a person with primary expertise in Central American history, and/or South American history to complement our existing specialist in Mexican history. The new position is also intended to strengthen the World History pillar of our program.
• PhD (from an accredited institution in History or Latin American Studies or relevant discipline) must be in hand by time of appointment
• Expertise in digital history and Indigenous history is particularly welcome. The new colleague is expected to develop courses in areas of expertise as well as teach upper division Latin American history courses and lower division World History surveys. The selected candidate will show expertise or promise in teaching excellence, scholarly accomplishments, and service experiences that best fit the needs for the future growth of our program.
• For more information and to apply online please visit our website at: www.csucifacultyjobs.com.
• review begins: 7 Oct. 2019
  • The add (https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=59133) says applications review begins 10/28. Am I missing something?

California State University, East Bay (USA:CA) - Migration & Slavery in the Americas

• Tenure track Assistant Professorship in History (Migration and Slavery in the Americas), from 1492 to the independence movements in the Americas, to begin Fall 2020
• See full posting (link above) atNorth American History 2019-20

Colorado College (USA:CO): South America

• Tenure-track, Assistant Professor, Latin American History, with an emphasis in South America. To begin Fall 2020.
• Time period and area open. Expertise in indigenous cultures and societies of particular interest. Should be prepared to teach pre-Columbian era to the present, including seminars on candidate's are of interest.
• Requirements: cover letter, CV, three letters of recommendation, teaching statement, scholarship statement, and writing sample, all sent to Professor Bryan Rommel-Ruiz, Chair of the History Department. Apply through CC's application website: http://employment.coloradocollege.edu/postings/4028
• Deadline: 1 Oct. 2019

Florida Atlantic University (USA:FL)

• The Department of History at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in Latin American History. 
• Research fields and subfield specializations are open but those with expertise in public/digital history or LGBTQ history are especially encouraged to apply. 
• Teaching load is typically 2-3 and will include the world history surveys, and the historical methods course required of majors, as well as upper-division and graduate courses in modern Latin American history and in the candidate’s subfield. 
• Three of the university’s major strategic initiatives are the academic engagement with and promotion of Peace, Justice and Human Rights, Diversity, and South Florida Cultures. The ideal candidate would become involved substantively in one or more of these. The faculty member also would be encouraged to participate in the college’s PhD in Comparative Studies program and in the development of an “Americas” multi-disciplinary area of excellence. 
• All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents. 
• Requirements: CV, cover letter, writing sample, copies of official transcripts
• Send any inquiries to Dr. Adrian Finucane, Chair, Search Committee, Latin American History Search, at afinucane@fau.edu.
• Review of applications will begin on 4 October 2019 and will continue until the position is filled.

Lyon College (USA: AR) - Modern History w/ emphasis on E. Asia, S. Asia, or Lat. Am.

• Tenure-track Assistant Professor of History starting in the fall of 2020
• Seeking applications from persons who have expertise in Modern World History, with a particular emphasis on East Asian, South Asian, African or Latin American history
• See full posting (link above) at World/Global/Transnational History_2019-2020

Rider University (USA:NJ) - African Diaspora

• Tenure track position in the history of the African diaspora, including Africa and Latin America and/or the Caribbean.
• See full posting (link above) at African/Middle_Eastern_History_2019-20

Rollins College (USA:FL) - pref. transpacific, transatlantic, or African diaspora

• Tenure-track professor of Latin American history position beginning August 2020
• all specializations are welcome. The department is especially interested in scholars who have geographical or temporal breadth, including, but not limited to, transpacific or transatlantic history or the history of the African diaspora
• PhD must be in hand by Aug. 2020
• Teaching Load: 3/3 We are interested in candidates with experience teaching as a sole instructor and the ability to teach introductory and topics courses. All professors at Rollins College teach regularly in the general education program
• To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials: https://jobs.rollins.edu/en-us/job/492909/assistant-professor-history - Cover letter; Curriculum vita; Include contact information for three references
• Questions may be directed to Claire Strom, Chair - Search Committee, CSTROM@Rollins.edu
• Deadline: 30 Sept 2019

Union College (USA:NY)

• Tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Latin American History, preferably with specialization(s) in environmental, economic, migration/immigration, and/or gender history.
• Teaching load: 6 courses (3 trimesters) The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent preparation to teach courses in Colonial and Modern Latin America, including courses that reflect the candidate’s area(s) of specialization. The ability to teach pre-Columbian, indigenous and/or global history is highly desirable; the candidate would be expected to offer courses ranging from the introductory level to junior seminars and to supervise senior projects.
• Please upload a cover letter, CV, a sample of scholarly work, teaching evaluations, and other relevant teaching materials, to http://jobs.union.edu. Please provide names and contact information for three references when you complete the online application. An email will be sent automatically requesting that they upload their letter of recommendation to our system. 
• For full consideration 30 Nov. 2019.

University of North Carolina, Greensboro (USA:NC)

• Tenure track assistant professorship in Latin American History, to begin 1 Aug. 2020
• Chronological period and area of specialization are both open, with a preference for candidates who can teach topical courses in World History and who can teach both beginning and advanced undergraduates as well as graduate students
• PhD must be in hand by 1 Aug. 2020
• Teaching Load: 3/2
• Applications should include a letter of application stating research and teaching interests, as well as a current C.V., three letters of recommendation, a teaching portfolio that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and sample syllabi, and an article-length writing sample. For additional information or to apply for this position #1682, please visit our website at https://spartantalent.uncg.edu Questions regarding the position should be sent to Latin America Search Committee Chair Dr. Linda Rupert, lmrupert@uncg.edu
• Review begins: 5 Oct. 2019 and continues until position filled

University of North Texas (USA:TX)

• Tenure track assistant professorship in 'Slavery in the Americas', to begin Fall 2020
• We seek applications from historians of Africa, the African diaspora, the Atlantic World, the Caribbean, Latin America, North America, and the United States
• see full posting (link above) at North American History 2019-20

University of Rhode Island (USA: RI) - 1 yr. postdoc, which transitions into TT appointment

• The Department of History at the University of Rhode Island seeks to hire a Multicultural Faculty Fellow (MFF) in the field of Latin American history for the Academic Year 2020-21. Subject to a favorable review of teaching and scholarly activities within the first twelve months, the Fellow will transition into a full-time, funded, tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor at the end of the first year.
• Region, subfields, and time period are open.
• The teaching load during the year of this fellowship is 1:1. 
• The candidate would be expected to teach broadly in Latin American history, engage in research and contribute to department, college, and university service.
• Please provide: cover letter, CV, diversity statement, and names of three references. (Please do not send unsolicited letters of recommendation or writing samples.)
• Apply at https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/6452
• Position open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by 15 November 2019. Second consideration may be given to applications received by 1 December 2019.

University of Texas, San Antonio (USA:TX) - Latin America & the World

• Assistant Professor of History - Latin America and the World
• All time periods will be considered. We seek candidates whose research and teaching contribute to the department theme of “Empires, States, and Borders.” Experience in digital humanities and public history is especially welcomed.
• Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. by the start of the appointment.
• Teaching Load: 2/2
• complete application must include 1.) a letter of application that addresses your interest in and qualifications for the position; 2.) a current curriculum vitae; and 3.) a short personal statement on research, teaching, and discussion of the role diversity and inclusion plays in an academic environment (1-2 pages).
• review begins: 14 Oct 2019

Whitman College (USA: WA) - U.S. History, w/ Latin American focus

• Tenure track assistant professorship in United States and the World, with a comparative focus in Latin American history
• See full posting (link above) at North American History 2019-20

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Fordham University (USA:NY) - Central America post-1900]

• Full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the history of post-1900 Central America, with scholars focusing on migration particularly encouraged to apply.
• Applications should include a CV, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample of article length, and a teaching portfolio (with sample syllabi and a teaching statement). Candidates should submit applications to apply.interfolio.com/68799
• Deadline: 1 Dec. 2019

Montana State University, Billings (USA:MT)

• Tenure track, Assistant professor (COF) position in Modern Latin American History, starting August 2020
• The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment.
• The successful applicant must have the ability to teach courses in Modern Latin American History, including the History of Mexico, and modern US survey courses. Additionally, the applicant will be expected to develop courses in her/his field of expertise and contribute to the department’s commitment to delivering select courses on-line.
• APPLY: Please read the full submission proceedures at the MSUB Human Resources Page (Click here). Applicant will be required to submit: (a) Cover Letter addressing the above qualifications/skills; (b) Current Curriculum Vitae; (c)Statement of Educational Philosophy; (d) Unofficial Copies of Graduate and Undergraduate Transcripts (certified copies will be required if offer is extended and accepted); (e) a List of Three Professional References including names, addresses, and phone numbers; and (f) the Authorization for Background Check Form (Click here to access the form) (g) Voluntary Applicant Survey Form (Click here to access the voluntary form which is kept separate from your application) to: Human Resources Office/EEO-AA Office (click here for their webpage), Montana State University-Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298. Phone: (406) 657-2278; FAX: (406) 657-2120 https://employment.msubillings.edu/ employment@msubillings.edu
• For full consideration: 21 Oct. 2019 but position is open until filled