Saint Francis University

Assistant Professor, Early American History

Saint Francis University’s Department of History and Political Science invites applications for a full time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History to teach both American history surveys (US to 1877 and US from 1877) and advanced level courses in early American history. Appointment begins in autumn 2010.

Ph.D. and teaching experience are required by time of appointment. Preferred fields are Early National, borderlands, African-American, and/or immigration history. Ability to teach Latin American or Native American or public history is very desirable. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, student advising and university service, including participation in the General Education program.

Send letter of application, CV, email address and three current letters of recommendation to Search Committee – History Faculty, c/o Office of Human Resources, PO Box 600, Loretto, PA 15940 or email to positions@francis.edu. Review of applications will begin in mid November 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be held at the AHA conference.

Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE