University of Tuebingen, English Department, American Studies

Professorship (W 3) in American Literary and Cultural History

The University of Tuebingen/Germany invites applications for a
Professorship (W 3) in American Literary and Cultural History
(appointment begins October 1, 2013)

Applicants should have a specialization in Early American Studies (colonial times, early republic) and in
transnational literary and cultural relations. Both in their research and their teaching applicants should
broadly cover the field of American Studies.

The holder of this position will be expected to contribute to all
degree programs offered by the English Seminar (LA English, BA English and American Studies, BA
Interdisciplinary American Studies, MA and PhD programs). She/He should contribute to research initiatives
on all levels (department, faculty, university).

Requirements/Qualifications:
PhD, outstanding research and publication record, Habilitation or equivalent (2nd book), teaching experience.

The University of Tuebingen intends to increase the number of women on its faculty, and therefore
encourages applications by women.

Among equally qualified applicants disabled people will receive preferential consideration.

Applications should include the following documents:
Academic curriculum vitae, copies of relevant diplomas/certifications, list of publications, list of courses
taught, overview of teaching and research plans.

Applications should be submitted by October 18, 2012 to the
Dean of the Faculty of Humanities
Prof. Dr. Jürgen Leonhardt
University of Tuebingen
Wilhelmstr. 50
72074 Tuebingen
Germany