Drexel University, History
Assistant Professor, History, specialization in African American History, Africana Studies/Black Studies, Ethnic Studies or the History of Race.
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Pennsylvania, United States |
Position: | Tenure Track Faculty |
Job Overview:
The Department of History at Drexel University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in History and Africana Studies, beginning Fall 2019. The Department will consider applications at the Assistant Professor rank. The Department is particularly interested in candidates with a specialization in African American History, Africana Studies/Black Studies, Ethnic Studies or the History of Race. The search is open to candidates working in any time period, although they should be prepared to teach broad historical courses about the African American experience. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research involves queer, environmental, medical, or disability studies or the history of capitalism and inequality. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an engagement with the Department's research strengths in transnational history or in the histories of science, technology and environment.
Qualifications:
The History Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
The candidate should have their Ph.D. requirements completed by September 1, 2019.
Essential Functions:
Candidates will be expected to contribute to the Department's current and future undergraduate and graduate curricula and will be responsible for teaching, research and service.
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Supplemental Posting Information: Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and an article or chapter-length writing sample in addition to providing the names and contact information for three academic references. Please do NOT send letters of reference; they will be requested from short-listed candidates at a later date. Only applications submitted via Drexel's online system will be considered. Review of applications will begin November 26, 2018. Please address all queries via email to Scott Gabriel Knowles, Department Head, History, sgk23@drexel.edu. Located in Philadelphia, Drexel is a privately endowed university founded in 1891. With approximately 20,000 students, it has one of the largest undergraduate cooperative education programs in the nation. The University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition remission and a generous retirement package with matching funds (up to 11 percent). It is an opportunity to join an exceptional University, one achieving record growth and strongly committed to further enhancing its reputation in research and teaching. For more information about Drexel University, please visit www.drexel.edu. Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and believes that an inclusive and respectful environment enriches the University community and the educational and employment experience of its members. The University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, status as a veteran or special disabled veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and any other prohibited characteristic. Please visit our website to view all University Policies and Workplace Postings. Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment will be contingent upon the University's acceptance of the results of the background investigation. How to Apply: Please apply online at: www.drexeljobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=83881 or visit www.drexeljobs.com and search for Assistant Professor, History. The requisition number is 9273. For more information about Drexel University, please visit www.drexel.edu. |
Website: | None |
Primary Category: | African American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | African History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 10/24/2018 |
Closing Date | 01/21/2019 |