University of Kentucky, Department of History
Assistant Professor, Latinx History in the United States
| Institution Type: | College / University |
| Location: | Kentucky, United States |
| Position: | Assistant Professor |
The Department of History in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Kentucky in
Lexington, Kentucky seeks to fill a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Assistant Professor
level in Latinx History in the United States. This is a 9-month position in the regular title series
with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024. Research focus and chronological period are
open. The successful candidate will be a committed researcher and teacher who can engage
students in historical and interdisciplinary studies in introductory surveys, upper-division
undergraduate courses, and graduate seminars. The applicant is also expected to play an active
role in the vibrant Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies Program at the University of
Kentucky. We encourage candidates with fluency in Spanish, but this is not required.
A Ph.D. in History and/or American, Ethnic, Latinx/Chicano, Black/Africana Studies is
required.
Interested applicants should apply online at: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/486779. Applicants
must include the following: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) Research Statement (upload as Specific
Request 1), 4) Teaching Statement (upload as Specific Request 2), and 5) a statement on their
contribution toward inclusive excellence in teaching, research, professional activities, and/or
service (upload as Specific Request 3). In addition, please provide the names and contact
information for three references when prompted in the academic profile. This information may
be utilized to solicit recommendation letters from your references within the employment
system.
The University of Kentucky provides comprehensive benefits which are fully described
at https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/our-benefits.
Review of applications will begin on November 15th, 2023 and will continue until the position is
filled.
As an equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with
disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
| Contact: |
Questions about this search should be addressed to Dr. Anastasia Curwood, Chair, Department of |
| Website: | https://history.as.uky.edu/ |
| Primary Category: | Latin American and Caribbean History / Studies |
| Secondary Categories: | None |
| Posting Date: | 09/13/2023 |
| Closing Date | 12/12/2023 |
