University of Pennsylvania, History

Professor or Associate Professor of Economic History

Penn’s History Department seeks an economic historian with primary research on topics post-1600 other than labor or banking systems, and with any non-U.S. geographic focus. The successful candidate will have a record of significant research and publication and effective teaching, and will be appointed to an endowed chair at the level of full or associate professor. Leadership skills are important: the position will involve close engagement with the department’s program in trans-regional history, the Wharton School, the Lauder Institute, and the Huntsman Program.

Candidates should apply online at http://facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/postings/322 Please attach a letter of application, CV, and research statement. The department will begin considering applications on 15 December 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.

The Department of History is strongly committed to Penn’s Action Plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence and to establishing a more diverse faculty (for more information see: http://www.upenn.edu/almanac/volumes/v58/n02/diversityplan.html). The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.