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Aarhus University (DK) - The Nordic Model

(effectively TT) Assitant Professorship in History "with a special focus on the history of the Nordic Model.", to begin 1 Jan. 2015
See full post (linked above) on European History 2013-14 page.

New York University (USA; NY) - [Non-TT Asst Prof/Faculty Fellow]

Assistant Professor/Faculty Fellow position in the Center for European and Mediterranean Studies. The initial appointment will be for one year beginning September 1, 2015, renewable annually for a maximum of three years, pending administrative and budgetary approval.
CEMS/NYU seeks a scholar specializing in one or more of the following fields: comparative European and Mediterranean politics, anthropology, or sociology, or contemporary or recent European and Mediterranean history. We are particularly interested in candidates with research and/or teaching interests concerning the European Mediterranean regions. Additionally, we would value academic interest in the European Union.
Responsibilities include teaching three courses per year and an advising load (with MA students and undergraduate majors). Advisement is a key component of this position. Service to the program will also involve representing the Center at university occasions and committee meetings.
Candidates should ... have completed the Ph.D. no earlier than 2010.
To apply, see the NYU Center for European and Mediterranean Studies website at http://cems.as.nyu.edu/page/employment. The applicant should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three references.
Deadline; 31 Jan. 2015.

Also posted at Cultural Anthropology 2014-2015

Pacific Lutheran University (USA; WA) Kurtis R. Mayer Chair in Holocaust Studies

Tenure track position in Holocaust and Modern European History, to begin 1 Sept. 2015
Academic rank depending on experience with the expectation of Associate or above. The successful candidate will be appointed to the Kurtis R. Mayer Chair in Holocaust Studies, which carries a competitive salary and a generous research/travel allocation.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach 2 sections of an upper-division class on Holocaust history and an additional course in modern European history on an annual basis, for a 3 course load.
The Kurtis R. Mayer Endowed Chair in Holocaust Studies currently combines administrative responsibilities (including the development of an annual conference for Holocaust education, coordination of several competitions for student honors and fellowships in Holocaust studies, and sponsorship of lectures and other community events) with teaching obligations and the expectation of regular and substantive scholarly contributions to the field of Holocaust history. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 2 sections of an upper-division class on Holocaust history and an additional course in modern European history on an annual basis, for a 3 course load.
Applicants should have a distinguished record of scholarly publications and teaching excellence. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching in an interdisciplinary core curriculum and to outstanding historical research in the Holocaust. Successful candidates will have achieved a regular record of noteworthy publication in the field of Holocaust history and studies. Candidates should have potential in administrative responsibilities.
Link to Apply: https://employment.plu.edu/postings/3052
Review of applications will begin 1 Nov 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.

Also posted at Jewish Studies 2014-2015

University of Pittsburgh (USA: PA) - Eurasian

Tenure track assistant professorship in Eurasian History, to begin Fall 2015
"We invite applications from candidates working in the area of modern Eurasian history (18th–20th century), in particular the history of Russia and its Eurasian borderlands (Caucasus, Central Asia, East Asia)"
Deadline: 15 Oct. 2014.
See full posting (link above) at Asian History 2014-15

Yale-NUS College (SGP) - Open Rank

One or more open rank faculty members in history. We are particularly interested in candidates who work in one of the following areas: Islamic World (period open), Atlantic World (preferably southern hemisphere, period open), or European intellectual history (post-1500, preferably post 1700).
Successful applicants should, regardless of their field of specialization, be enthusiastic about contributing to an interdisciplinary Common Curriculum in the liberal arts, including Historical Immersion. For more information on the Historical Immersion component of the Common Curriculum, please see http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/curriculum/common-curriculum/historical-immersion/. Successful candidates will also be expected to teach Year 1 – 4 History courses that intersect with their respective areas of specialization. For more information on the History major, please see http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/curriculum/major/history/ Applicants should be active researchers with a commitment to creative and effective undergraduate teaching and mentoring within their specialties and in the Yale-NUS Common Curriculum. An ongoing research program that incorporates undergraduates would be highly desirable. For information about the curriculum, please see http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/curriculum/common-curriculum.
Salary, benefits, and leave policies will be competitive at an international level. Yale-NUS College is committed to supporting faculty research through various grants, research and travel allowances.
Apply at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4138
Review of applications will begin 15 Oct. 2014, and continue until the positions are filled.

Also posted at World/Global History 2014-15

Ancient

Cardiff University (UK;Wales) - Ancient Greek

Lecturer (~tenured Asst/Assoc Prof) in Ancient Greek History
"Applicants for the post should have a record of or potential to produce research that reaches the highest standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour in any field of Archaic, Classical or Hellenistic history. S/he should have the ability to deliver high-quality teaching in Greek history at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. S/he will also be expected to take a full part in the life of the School, including administrative duties"
SHORT deadline: 20 Jun. 2014 although University reserves the right to close the search early [ad posted 6 Jun].

Indiana University, Bloomington (USA: IN) - Roman History

tenure track assistant professorship in Roman History
Applications are welcome from those working in all periods from the Republic to the late Empire
Phd should be in hand by appointment date.
Teaching duties will include undergraduate surveys of ancient history and upper-level lecture and seminar courses as well as graduate training in Roman history. We are looking for dynamic candidates interested in contributing to and taking advantage of our related units, including the Department of Classical Studies and the Program in Ancient Studies.
Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/899.
Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to the Department of History at histchr@indiana.edu, 812-855-3236 or by sending mail to: Indiana University, Department of History, Ballantine Hall 742, 1020 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404-7103.
For full consideration: 5 Oct. 2014.

Missouri State University (USA: MS) - Ancient Near East and/or Mediterranean

Tenure track assistant professor of the history of the Ancient Near East and/or Mediterranean World,
Candidates without their Ph.D. must complete it within one year of their initial appointment.
Successful candidates must demonstrate an ability to teach upper-division courses broadly in their specialty. A successful candidate will also be asked to teach the first part of the department’s World History survey course.
ubmit a cover letter, academic vita, graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a syllabus for an upper level course and a survey in World History to 1600. All applications must be completed on-line; no paper submissions will be accepted except for letters of recommendation which must be sent to the Chair of the search committee. Employment will require a criminal background check
Priority given to applications recieved before: 15 Sept. 2014 although search continues until position filled.

cross-posted to World/Global History 2014-15

University of Maryland-College Park (USA: MD) - Late Antique Mediterranean, 200-800 CE

Tenure-track Assistant Professor
The University of Maryland, College Park invites applications from scholars of the late antique Mediterranean, 200-800 CE. Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated ability to offer classes on the classical world as well as the late antique period. The successful candidate should show exceptional scholarly promise and evidence of excellence in teaching.
Candidates must have Ph.D. in hand by July 31, 2015.
Applications, including a letter of application with a brief statement of current and future research and teaching interests, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample should be submitted online to ejobs.umd.edu.
For best consideration, please ensure that all application materials are uploaded by 6 Oct. 2014.

Also posted at World/Global History 2014-15

University of San Diego (USA: CA) - Ancient History

Tenure-track assistant professor in ancient history, beginning September 2015.
Although the research specialization is open, the department expects the successful applicant to teach introductory and upper-division courses on Greek and Roman history and encourages the development of new specialized course offerings. Candidates should specify all areas in which they could teach.
The successful candidate must have a PhD in History or Classics at the time of appointment.
The University of San Diego is a private, Catholic, liberal arts institution that values teaching and dedication to students and research.
The application is electronic. To apply, go to www.sandiego.edu/jobs and look for IRC14232. Register as an applicant. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a c.v., an example of published or other written work, a sample of teaching materials and evaluations, and three confidential letters of recommendation. All materials should be in PDF and sent via e-mail to Maureen Byrnes, Executive Assistant, Department of History, at historysearch@sandiego.edu.
Applications must be received by November 1, 2014.

Same school advertised a similar (same?) position 3 years ago. Anyone knows what happened then? How about this small history department, it seems more teaching-oriented?

The person who had the job left for another position at the University of Washington: http://www.stanford.edu/dept/classics/cgi-bin/web/node/4927.

Medieval

Medieval / Early Modern

North Dakota State University (USA: ND) - Late Medieval/Early Modern Europe

Tenure-track Assistant Professor of History to begin on August 16, 2015.
Responsibilities include teaching five courses per year, consisting of undergraduate and graduate courses in European History
Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Late Medieval or Early Modern European history (ca. 1000-1700) by start date. Ability to teach the history of the Renaissance/Reformation.
Preferred Qualifications: Specialization in Central or Western Europe, including the British Isles. The ability to teach introductory-level surveys of Western Civilization and World History as well as upper- and graduate-level courses in area of specialization. The ability to teach topics in medieval history and ancient Rome
Online App. Form: http://jobs.ndsu.edu/postings/5178
Screening of applicants will begin on October 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.

Early Modern

University of British Columbia (CAN: BC)

The Department of History, University of British Columbia (Vancouver) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of assistant professor in the history of early modern Europe, with an expected start date of 1 July 2015. The department is interested in candidates who focus on the history of western or central Europe during the period 1450-1700. All applications are welcome, but preference will be given to scholars whose work complements and expands on the department’s existing strengths.
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. (or provide solid indication of imminent completion), and they should provide evidence of excellence in research, as demonstrated by their published contributions or by potential contributions to the scholarship of their field. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 12-credit (2-2) load, and thus a strong commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate as well as graduate level also is required. In addition to offering courses within his or her area of specialization, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the university’s interdisciplinary undergraduate program teaching lower division courses in European History, 1500 to the present and/or the global history of the period of 1500-1900. For further information on the academic programs of the UBC history department, candidates should visit the departmental website, http://www.history.ubc.ca, as well as its page on “Research Clusters,” http://www.history.ubc.ca/clusters/thematic.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to employment equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 15 October 2014. Applicants must apply only through the UBC faculty careers website, http://www.facultycareers.ubc.ca/18834

Modern

Cardiff University (UK; Wales) - Inc. Russian, excl. Britain

Lectureship (~tenured Asst/Assoc Prof) in Modern European History (post 1789), including Russian, excluding British
"The Department has existing strengths in German history and particularly welcomes applications from candidates who can extend its geographical range in European history."
"Applicants for the post should have a record for or potential to produce research that reaches the highest standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour in any field of Modern European History, including Russian History . S/he should have the ability to deliver high-quality teaching in Modern European History at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. S/he will also be expected to take a full part in the life of the School, including administrative duties."
Deadline: 20 June 2014 although university reserves right to close search early.

Keele University (UK)

Lectureship (~tenured Asst/Assoc Prof) in Early Modern European History (1500-1700)
preference for a person "with particular expertise in the history of one or more of the following: England; Britain and Ireland; Continental Europe; or encounters between Europe (including Britain and Ireland) and the wider world."
For full post details and to apply, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/AC14-22
Deadline: 17 Aug. 2014.

National University of Singapore (SGP)- [Open, pref. Assoc prof]

Tenure track position in Modern European History, to begin July 2015
The successful candidate will be expected to have a strong research and teaching agenda in European history (post-1500), and able also to contribute to teaching broader survey courses in world history and the history of civilizations and empires. The rank and field and specialization are open, but the Department would prefer to hire a candidate at the level of Associate Professor. A remuneration package based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate will be offered.
Application dossiers should include a complete list of publications, research interests and teaching areas, a letter explaining why the position at NUS is of interest, as well as the names of three academic referees. Candidates should also include a list of grants obtained together with a list of research projects successfully completed. Please submit documents to: Chair, Search Committee (Europe), Department of History, National University of Singapore, 11 Arts Link, AS1-05-38, Singapore 117570; OR email: hispb@nus.edu.sg
Deadline: 10 Oct. 2014 although the search will continue until an appointment is made.

University of Pennsylvania (USA: PA) - modern Western, 1789-1989 [inc. Brit, excl. Ger.]

Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern Western European History, 1789-1989, including Britain and excluding Germany
"Field is open and we welcome national and transnational approaches. The candidate will participate in the undergraduate and graduate teaching mission of the Department. Receipt of the Ph.D. is expected by the time of appointment"
"Submit applications online at http://facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/postings/266 Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and the contact information of three individuals who will provide a letter of recommendation. Recommenders will be contacted by the University with instructions on how to submit a letter to the website. If the writing sample is part of a dissertation or larger project, include an abstract statement explaining the writing sample’s relationship to the larger project"
Deadline: 7 Nov. 2014.

Intend to interview at the AHA

British

Johns Hopkins University (USA; MD) - Modern British History

The Johns Hopkins University Department of History seeks to appoint a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Modern British History beginning July 1, 2015.
Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
Please submit a cover letter, C.V., writing sample, research statement, and three letters of reference online via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/25171.
Review of applications will begin 15 Sept. 2014 and continue until the search is completed.

Texas State University-San Marcos (USA; TX) post-1783

Tenure track assistant professorship in Modern British History (post-1793), to begin Fall 2015
Applicant will be expected to teach advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in modern British history, as well as advanced undergraduate courses in Modern European history and survey courses in World Civilization.
Required: Expertise in modern British history (post- 1783) as demonstrated by dissertation and/or research and publications; Ph.D. completed by appointment date.
A complete application comprises a letter of application, a CV, an article-length writing sample, and three letters of recommendation. Email submissions are preferred. Please send materials to: Dr. Dennis Dunn, dd05@txstate.edu, Department of History, Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666.
For full consideration: 31 Oct. 2014.

University of Lincoln (UK) - Two posts, 20thC

Two lectureships in 20th C British History, start date unclear
see original posting (link above) on European History 2013-14 page

University of Richmond (USA; VA) - Britain and the World since 1800

Tenure-track assistant professorship in Britain and the World since 1800, to begin fall semester 2015.
We seek an historian of modern Britain with the capacity to teach courses about Britain and its citizens/residents as international actors, engaged in relations with other nations and peoples, whether politically or otherwise, whether formally or informally. In addition to maintaining an active research program, the appointee will be expected to contribute to the general education program, teach advanced courses in the field, and participate, as appropriate, in related interdisciplinary programs (e.g., International Studies; Environmental Studies; Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies).
A Ph.D. is required. ABDs will be considered, but must have completed the Ph.D. by the August 2015 start date.
Applicants will be asked to submit electronically a cover letter containing teaching and research statements, a current curriculum vitae, and the names of three references who will receive an email asking them to submit letters of recommendation electronically. Graduate transcripts (required) as well as any documents that cannot be submitted electronically should be addressed to Hugh West, Chair, Britain and the World Search, Department of History, 28 Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23173.
Link to Apply: https://richmond.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=270
Review begins: 1 Nov. 2014.

French

University of California, Santa Cruz (USA: CA) - Modern France and the French Empire and Postcolonial World (18th c. - Present)

The History Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a position in modern France and the French empire and postcolonial world, 18th century to the present, at the Assistant (tenure-track) level. Research focus may be centered on interactions of France with colonial Southeast Asia, North Africa, West Africa, or the Caribbean. Thematic interests may include, but are not limited to, empire, colonialism, and anticolonialism; gender; environment and technology; and cultural history.
The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses focused broadly on the intersection of French metropolitan and imperial/postcolonial history, and to contribute to the undergraduate survey in European history. Additionally, the ability to contribute to the department’s World History curriculum at both levels is desirable, as is the ability to contribute to graduate training under the rubric Early Modern/Modern Europe and the World.
The position carries a five-course-equivalency workload, which normally means teaching four courses over three quarters and carrying out other academic and service responsibilities.
POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2015, with academic year beginning September 2015. Position contingent upon final budgetary approval. Degree must be conferred by June 30, 2015 for employment effective July 1, 2015.
Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00145 - Refer to Position #JPF00145-15 in all correspondence.
CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin on November 14, 2014.

German

Greek

Irish

Russia / Eurasia / Eastern Europe

Boston College (USA: MA) - Twentieth-Century Russia/Soviet

tenure-track assistant professorship in the history of twentieth-century Russia and/or the Soviet Union.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to research and publication in the field, offer broad and specialized courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in the History Core Program. Ph.D. required by August 2015.
Please submit a letter of application, a CV, an article-length writing sample, and three letters of reference ... to: http://apply.interfolio.com/25328.
Deadline: 1 Nov. 2014.

University of Alabama-Birmingham (USA; AL) - Modern Russian & Cultural (focus pre-1917)

9-month tenure-earning Assistant Professorship in Modern Russian and Cultural History with a focus on the pre-1917 period
"The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and be able to teach the World History and Western Civilization surveys, as well as upper level and graduate courses in the field of specialization. "
Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vita, and at least three letters of reference to Dr. George O. Liber, Chair – Search Committee, Department of History, HHB 360, 1720 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35294-1152.
Deadline: 1 Nov. 2014.

University of Essex (UK) - Senior Lecturer/Reader, Modern Russian/Soviet

Senior Lecturer/Reader (~tenured Asst/Full or Full+ Professor) in Modern Russian/Soviet History
"We are seeking to strengthen and complement our existing provision of Russian history since 1917, including the USSR and post-Soviet Russia, and invite applications from scholars with research and teaching expertise in these areas. The field is open but preference may be given to scholars who work on transnational and/or global history issues."
"Please use [this link] to make an application and for further details about this job (Ref. ACR284).
Deadline: 30 Sept. 2014.

Scottish

Spanish

University of California, Santa Cruz (USA: CA) - Early Modern Iberian Peninsula and its Empires

The History Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a position in the history of early modern Iberian Peninsula and its Empires, at the Assistant (tenure-track) level. Research specialization may be focused in either Spain or Portugal or in one of their overseas colonies. Thematic interests may include, but are not limited to, empire, colonialism, gender, religion, science, and cultural history.
The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses focused broadly on the intersection of Iberian and imperial history, and to contribute to the undergraduate survey in European history.
The ability to teach courses in late medieval history of the region is a plus, as is knowledge of relevant Islamic and/or Jewish history. Additionally, the ability to contribute to the department’s World History curriculum at both levels is desirable, as is the ability to contribute to graduate training under the rubric Early Modern/Modern Europe and the World.
The position carries a five-course-equivalency workload, which normally means teaching four courses over three quarters and carrying out other academic and service responsibilities.
POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2015, with academic year beginning September 2015. Position contingent upon final budgetary approval. Degree must be conferred by June 30, 2015 for employment effective July 1, 2015.
Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00144 - Refer to Position #JPF00144-15 in all correspondence.
Review of applications will begin on November 14, 2014.