University of Maryland - College Park, History

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), Late Antique Mediterranean History

The University of Maryland, College Park, invites applications from historians of the late antique Mediterranean, defined as 200-800 CE. Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated ability to teach broadly in the history and culture of the ancient and classical world, in addition to the late antique period. The successful candidate will show exceptional scholarly promise and evidence of excellence in teaching. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate lecture courses and upper-level undergraduate seminars as well as graduate seminars on specialized topics; advising graduate students; and engaging in curriculum development. Applications, including a letter of application with a brief statement of current and future research and teaching interests, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample should be submitted online to ejobs.umd.edu. For best consideration, please ensure that all application materials are uploaded by November 15, 2015. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. This search is contingent upon the availability of funds.

Candidates must have Ph.D. in hand by July 31, 2016.