University of Dayton, History
Assistant or Associate Professor in African-American History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Ohio, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor, Associate Professor |
Assistant or Associate Professor in African-American History
The University of Dayton, Department of History invites applications for a position in African American history at the assistant or associate professor rank beginning August 16, 2019. The position requires teaching in African American history in addition to HST 103: The West and the World, the department’s introductory course in historical study. The University’s typical teaching load of three undergraduate courses per semester presumes an active and ongoing research agenda, for which the university provides significant support. The position also requires demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarship centered directly in African-American history. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, private university and a community of two-dozen scholars in the department who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and scholarship. In addition, the University has several thriving interdisciplinary programs including human rights, sustainability studies, international studies, and is in the process of developing an Africana studies program. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in these programs especially in the development of the Africana studies program. Please visit the department’s website for more information about our colleagues and curriculum:
https://www.udayton.edu/artssciences/academics/history/welcome/index.php
Minimum qualifications for appointment at the assistant professor level:
1. All requirements for the Ph.D. in U.S. History with specialization in African American history, or related field with specialization in African American history must be complete, with the exception of defense of dissertation, at time of application.
2. Applicants must demonstrate a potential for excellence in scholarship centered directly in African-American History
3. Applicants must demonstrate a potential for excellence in teaching at the college or university level.
4. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to teach courses in African American history and HST 103: The West and the World.
5. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in developing curricula for African American history and Africana Studies.
6. Applicants must articulate an active research agenda.
7. Applicants must have effective written communication skills.
In addition to the above requirements, appointment at the rank of Associate Professor requires a Ph.D. in hand at the time of application, record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with the criteria for promotion to the rank of Associate Professor in the Department of History and College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Dayton.
For the complete list of qualifications and to apply please see the job posting on our website at http://jobs.udayton.edu/postings/27266. A complete application consists of a Letter of Application, CV, three Letters of Reference, and copy of Graduate Transcript(s). For the assistant professor position, if you do not currently hold your Ph.D., you must also submit a letter from your Ph.D. advisor stating your expected defense date and graduation. Applicants selected for initial teleconference interviews will be required to submit a writing sample and course syllabus.
Completed applications must be received by November 1, 2018. Initial interviews will be conducted via teleconference between November 26, 2018 - November 30, 2018.
The University of Dayton, founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, is a top ten Catholic research university. The University seeks outstanding, diverse faculty and staff who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research, and artistic creativity, the development of the whole person, and leadership and service in the local and global community.
To attain its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, inclusion, and affirmative action and to equal opportunity policies and practices. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Contact: |
Dr. Julius Amin, Search Chair - jamin1@udayton.edu Dr. Juan Santamarina, Department Chair - jsantamarina1@udayton.edu
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Website: | https://www.udayton.edu/artssciences/academics/history/welcome/index.php |
Primary Category: | African American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | African History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 09/21/2018 |
Closing Date | 11/01/2018 |