University of Oklahoma, Department of Classics and Letters
Assistant Professor, American Constitutional History/Development
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Oklahoma, United States |
Position: | Tenure Track Faculty |
The Institute for the American Constitutional Heritage in the Department of Classics and Letters at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for an authorized tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin August 2014. The desirable candidate should specialize in American constitutional history/development, which we define broadly to include such areas as the study of American political culture, legal history, state development, and civic equality. Evidence of outstanding teaching and research potential is expected. Teaching responsibilities will include four courses per year in a humanities curriculum focused on American constitutionalism. Candidates with an interest in digital humanities projects are encouraged to apply. Ph.D. must be completed before first day of appointment.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation by November 1 to academicjobsonline.org.
Review of applications will continue until position is filled. The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply.
The IACH is an interdisciplinary center for the study of the U.S. Constitution from various perspectives – historical, legal, philosophical. The IACH is housed in the Department of Classics and Letters, with affiliated faculty from across the University. The Letters program has been an integral part of the Humanities at OU since 1937, attracting outstanding students with interests in history, philosophy, and literature.
Contact: |
Kevin Butterfield, IACH Search Committee, Department of Classics and Letters, University of Oklahoma, 650 Parrington Oval, Carnegie Bldg., Room 210, Norman, OK 73019 iach@ou.edu (405) 325-7697 |
Website: | http://iach.ou.edu |
Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Political Science |
Posting Date: | 09/14/2013 |
Closing Date | 12/11/2013 |