Pennsylvania State University, History

Associate/Assistant Professor of History

Assistant/Associate Professor of History
History of Latin America, 1750-1900

 
The Penn State University Department of History invites applications for a tenure-track position in the history of Latin America, 1750-1900. The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending upon qualifications, and will begin in August, 2014. The successful applicant should be able to enhance the graduate concentration in Latin American history, demonstrate an active research agenda, and be able to contribute immediately to both graduate and undergraduate teaching in the department. Candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand at date of application. Send a curriculum vitae, a letter of application that describes current and future research, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names and contact information of three references. Applications may also include up to three offprints or unpublished papers or chapters. Applications received by November 15, 2013 are assured of full consideration, but dossiers will be accepted until the position is filled. Please go to www.la.psu.edu/facultysearch/ to apply. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workplace.