Carleton University

Assistant Professor, 19th Century Europe and the World

APPOINTMENT IN NINETEENTH-CENTURY EUROPE AND THE WORLD

HISTORY – CARLETON UNIVERSITY

The Department of History at Carleton University invites applications for an entry-level tenure-track position in nineteenth-century European History at the rank of Assistant Professor. Place or region of specialization is open, though an international or transnational focus on relations and connections between Europe and one or more of the following regions: Asia, Africa, the Pacific, or the Americas is strongly preferred.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in European History, a strong commitment to scholarship reflected in publications, an active research profile, and demonstrated excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in both undergraduate and graduate programs, including our undergraduate concentration in International History. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a program of research leading to significant peer-reviewed publications, and to contribute effectively to academic life in the department and in the university.

Applications, including a curriculum vitae, one article- or chapter-length writing sample, a statement of teaching philosophy or a teaching portfolio, and three letters of reference, should be sent to:

Professor James D. Miller, Chair
Department of History
Carleton University
1125 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6, Canada.

The deadline for receipt of applications is January 15, 2010.

Candidates may learn more about the Department by visiting its Web site at www.carleton.ca/history/ or by contacting the Chair at james_miller@carleton.ca

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.