Niagara University, History

Assistant Professor, U.S. Race/Ethnicity since 1929

U.S. Race/Ethnicity since 1929. Niagara University in Western New York, a private Catholic institution sponsored by the Vincentian community, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the History Department, beginning August 2015. Ph.D.  must be completed by start of appointment. The successful candidate will offer courses in the history of U.S. race/ ethnicity and urban and/or labor history since the Depression era, as well as General Education courses (e.g. HIS 199, U.S. surveys). The ability to teach the history of Modern Africa or the African diaspora with a focus on one or more regions, including but not limited to North America, the Caribbean, etc., is desirable, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to guide the Africana Studies Minor. Candidates with an ability to develop new courses to support the Master of Arts-Interdisciplinary Studies program, with an emphasis on the non-profit sector and community revitalization, are welcome. Teaching load is three courses per semester, with research and travel funds available.

For complete application instructions, please visit: https://jobs.niagara.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=1839.

Inquiries regarding application may be directed to:   Dr. Robert G. Kane, Chair, History Department, Timon Hall 134, Niagara University, NY 14109.  Application deadline:  December 08, 2014.

Niagara University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Men and women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply.  In accordance with the Clery Act, a copy of the annual security report is available at: http://www.niagara.edu/safety