University of Saskatchewan, History

5-Year Term Appointment, Early Modern Britain (1500-1800)

Department of History

College of Arts & Science

University of Saskatchewan

www.artsandscience.usask.ca

Limited Term Position in Early Modern Britain (1500-1800)

The Department of History at the University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a limited term (five year) academic appointment in Early Modern Britain, to commence on 1 July 2011.  We welcome applications in all thematic and geographic areas (including Ireland).

Applicants should demonstrate how their research and teaching will contribute to and enhance current University of Saskatchewan faculty expertise in British history.  The Department of History is home to half a dozen historians of the British Isles, covering both medieval and early modern periods.  Current British research specialties include history of science, medicine and magic; history of gender and sexuality; cultural and intellectual history; and Scottish and urban history.

This appointment will be at the Lecturer level (current starting salary $62,626.00).  A completed Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment, as is evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching.  Candidates will be required to teach the first year European History course and undergraduate courses in Early Modern British History.  They also will be expected to pursue an active research program and contribute to the department’s graduate program.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio, copies of select publications, and three letters of reference to:

Dr. Valerie Korinek, Head,
Department of History,
University of Saskatchewan,
9 Campus Drive,
Saskatoon, SK, Canada, S7N 5A5
(Fax: 306-966-5852) (E-mail: valerie.korinek@usask.ca.)

The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community, and a variety of leisure opportunities.  The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.  Home to the Department of History, the College of Arts and Science offers a dynamic combination of programs in the Humanities and Fine Arts, the Social Sciences, and the Sciences.  There are over 8,000 students in the College and 325 faculty members, including 12 Canada Research Chairs. 

The University of Saskatchewan is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.  Women, people of Aboriginal descent, visible minorities, and people with disabilities are invited to identify themselves as members of these designated groups in their applications.  Qualified candidates from around the world are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority in the case of equal qualifications.

The deadline for applications is 7 January 2011.