University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, History
African History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Wisconsin, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
The Department of History at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level with teaching and research abilities in any period or geographical area of sub-Saharan Africa. Ph.D. or ABD (Ph.D. completed by August 2012) in History or related field by time of appointment is required, although Ph.D. is preferred. We seek candidates well versed in the recent historiography pertaining to sub-Saharan Africa and who are committed to research and publication in this world region. Teaching responsibilities will include broad surveys of African history and upper-level courses in the area of specialization. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to teach historical theory and methods courses. We expect the new appointee to participate in the department's graduate programs, including in one or more of the department's doctoral tracks in global history, urban history, and modern studies, with possible additional involvement in the campus multidisciplinary programs.
UWM is one of two public doctoral research universities in the University of Wisconsin system. Located in the city of Milwaukee, on the Upper East Side and five blocks from Lake Michigan, UWM offers unique resources such as the Center for 21st Century Studies and the American Geographical Society Library. Applications by women and people of color are strongly encouraged. Screening begins on November 5, 2010, and continues until the position is filled.
To apply, please see http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/5093
UW-Milwaukee is an AA/EEO employer.
Contact: |
Kristin Ruggiero, Search Committee Chair, Department of History, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ruggiero@uwm.edu phone: 414-229-4401 |
Website: | http://www4.uwm.edu/letsci/history |
Primary Category: | African History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 10/12/2010 |
Closing Date | 01/10/2011 |