Samford University, History

Latin American History

The Department of History at Samford University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant or associate professor level in Latin American history, beginning Aug. 19, 2013. Candidates will be expected to teach in a two-semester freshman core text sequence covering ancient to modern authors. Teaching responsibilities will also include advanced courses in Latin American history. Ph.D. must be in hand by time of appointment. Demonstrated evidence of superior teaching ability is expected. Candidates will also provide leadership for a growing Latin American Studies Program.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, three letters of reference, c.v., and evidence of teaching excellence to Dr. S. Jonathan Bass, Department of History, Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229. The screening process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is October 15. Candidates must be willing to contribute to and promote the school's mission as a Christian university ( http://www.samford.edu/mission.aspx).   Samford University is an Equal Opportunity Institution that complies with applicable law prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin.