Washington University - St. Louis

Assistant Professor, Modern Western Europe

MODERN WESTERN EUROPE The Department of History at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a historian of Modern Western Europe, starting fall, 2011. The search is at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor. A PhD in hand by August 1, 2011 and evidence of scholarly potential are required. Area and chronological expertise are open, although there is a preference for historians of Great Britain and France. The successful candidate will teach the second half of the Western Civilization survey, prepare classes in her/his area of specialization, be active in research and publication, and contribute to the interdisciplinary mission of our European Studies Program. Please send a letter of application, c.v., and three letters of reference (under separate cover) to the Chair, Modern Western Europe History Search Committee, Department of History, Washington University, 1 Brookings Dr., CB 1062, St. Louis, MO 63130. Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. Washington University is an AA/EOE and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty.