Texas Tech University

Assistant Professor--History of Mexico

History of Mexico--The Department of History at Texas Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in the history of Mexico, to begin in August, 2010. The successful candidate will be expected to teach both halves of the World History and Latin American history surveys, and upper-level and graduate courses in the history of Mexico and in her/his area of expertise. The successful candidate must conduct research commensurate with the standards of a research-intensive university, and will be expected to offer appropriate service to the department, college, and university as needed. A strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching is also required. Ph.D. must be completed by the time of the appointment. Send letter of application, c.v., sample of scholarly work, and three letters of reference by November 1, 2009 to Aliza Wong Chair, History of Mexico Search Committee, Dept. of History, Texas Tech University, Box 41013, Lubbock, TX 79409-1013. You can also apply online, attaching the required materials at http://jobs.texastech.edu. The university is an AA/EOE and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and members of underrepresented groups. The department is sensitive to the needs of dual-career couples.