North Carolina State University, History
Assistant Professor in History of Slavery
| Institution Type: | College / University |
| Location: | North Carolina, United States |
| Position: | Assistant Professor |
Description: History of Slavery: The Department of History at North Carolina State University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor in the history of slavery. Though region and period of specialization are open, successful candidates should situate their work within the broader historiography of slavery in the making of modern world.
Qualifications: Candidates should have a PhD in History or a relevant field in the Humanities or Social Sciences, or ABD with confirmed plans to defend the dissertation within the next year. The successful candidate preferably will have experience as a teaching assistant or lecturer, a record of scholarship, including a history of, or potential for, publication in professional journals, and experience mentoring students at the college level.
How to apply: NC State University now requires all applications to be initiated electronically. To apply, visit https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/71259 and click “Apply to this Job.” Applications should include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; and a chapter-length writing sample. Letters should be addressed to: Professor Brent Sirota, Chair, Search Committee, Department of History, North Carolina State University, Campus Box 8108, Raleigh, NC, 27695-8108. Questions can be sent via email to bssirota@ncsu.edu. Application materials must be received by September 1, 2016 to be eligible for consideration.
AA/EOE Statement:
Inclusiveness and diversity are academic imperatives and thus are university goals. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to the diversity and inclusive excellence of the academic community through demonstrated excellence and/or participation in diversity matters. NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. [Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.]
| Contact: |
For questions about the position, please contact Professor Brent Sirota, bssirota@ncsu.edu. |
| Website: | http://history.ncsu.edu |
| Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
| Secondary Categories: | African American History / Studies Atlantic History / Studies Black History / Studies Latin American and Caribbean History / Studies |
| Posting Date: | 07/08/2016 |
| Closing Date | 09/01/2016 |
