University of Georgia, Department of History
Assistant Professor in African American History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Georgia, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
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.
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. Applicants must have their PhD in History, African American Studies, or a related field conferred by July 30, 2021.
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. Applications should be submitted at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/182311. Applications received by February 26, 2021 will receive full consideration.
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Faculty members are expected to support the college’s goals of creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests.
UGA is a land- and sea-grant university whose main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu). It is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. Its enrollment exceeds 39,000 students, and its academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. James Brooks (james.brooks@uga.edu) and Dr. Carolyn Medine (medine@uga.edu).
Contact: |
Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. James Brooks (james.brooks@uga.edu) and Dr. Carolyn Medine (medine@uga.edu) |
Website: | http://history.uga.edu |
Primary Category: | African American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 01/28/2021 |
Closing Date | 04/28/2021 |