University of Virginia, Corcoran Department of History
Assistant Professor/Acting Assistant Professor - Middle Eastern/North African History
| Institution Type: | College / University |
| Location: | Virginia, United States |
| Position: | Assistant Professor |
The Corcoran Department of History at the University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track, full-time Assistant Professorship, in Middle Eastern/North African History from the 15th to the 19th century. Anticipated start date is August 25, 2012. For appointment at the Assistant Professor level, applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. Candidates with ABD status may be considered for the position, with the title of Acting Assistant Professor.
The successful applicant will be required to:
Conduct research in at least one major language of the region (Arabic, Ottoman Turkish, or Persian)
Demonstrate excellence in scholarship
Demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching
Demonstrate an interest in building a graduate program in Middle Eastern history.
Contribute to the University's growing graduate program in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies.
To apply candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu), search on posting number 0608688, and electronically attach the following: CV, cover letter, statement of research interest, statement of teaching interest, philosophy and experience, and a writing sample of not more than 50 pages.
Applicants should also electronically attach the names of three references, and have their letters sent to:
Hist-Jobs@virginia.edu
Review of applications will begin on November 4, 2011; however, the position will remain open until filled.
We intend to hold informational interviews at the Middle East Studies Association meeting in Washington DC, December 1-4.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to:
hist-jobs@virginia.edu
Questions regarding the on-line application process should be directed to:
L. Kent Merritt
434-924-6380
lkm6h@virginia.edu
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
| Contact: |
L. Kent Merritt University of Virginia Corcoran Department of History PO Box 400180 Charlottesville, VA 22904 |
| Website: | None |
| Primary Category: | Middle East History / Studies |
| Secondary Categories: | African History / Studies |
| Posting Date: | 10/14/2011 |
| Closing Date | 01/11/2012 |
