Valdosta State University, Department of History

Assistant Professor, Latin American History

Latin American History: The History Department at Valdosta State University invites applications for a new tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor for the 2011-2012 academic year. The primary area of specialization is Latin America. Secondary fields are open. The successful candidate should be able to teach U.S. History and/or World Civilizations survey courses and upper-level courses in area of specialty. The department has an M.A. program, so the successful candidate should be able to teach graduate variants of upper-level courses and an occasional graduate seminar. The teaching load is twelve credit hours per semester. Qualifications include a Ph.D. by August 2011, teaching experience, and evidence for potential in service and scholarship. To apply, please send the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of recommendation, and a signed copy of the VSU faculty application form available at http://www.valdosta.edu/academic/documents/Faculty_App2010.pdf. Application materials should be sent to Latin American Search, Department of History, Valdosta State University, 1500 North Patterson Street, Valdosta, Georgia 31698-0035. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2010, position remains open until filled. Valdosta State University is an Equal Opportunity educational institution and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. Valdosta State University has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, and veteran status.