University of Georgia, History

Assistant Professor, History of South Asia

The Department of History at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the history of South Asia.   

The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research agenda, teach undergraduate and graduate courses (with a 2-2 teaching load), and contribute to departmental governance. Applicants must have their PhD in History, South Asian Studies, South Asian Languages and Cultures, or a related field conferred by July 30, 2022. 

Applications should include a cover letter describing the candidate's teaching and research interests, a current c.v., a chapter-length writing sample, and contact information for references. Letters will be solicited from references at a later stage in the review process. Applications should be submitted at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/225692. Applications received by November 15, 2021 will receive full consideration.

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Faculty members are expected to support the college’s goals of creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive learning environment. 

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. 

UGA is a land- and sea-grant university whose main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu). It is currently ranked among the top 16 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. Its enrollment exceeds 39,000 students, and its academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Ari Daniel Levine, chair of the search committee (adlevine@uga.edu).