University of Mary Washington, History and American Studies
Assistant Professor of American History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Virginia, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
The Department of History and American Studies at the University of Mary Washington, a state-assisted University located in the historic city of Fredericksburg and equidistant from the capital cities of Richmond and Washington, invites applications for a tenure-track position in American history from 1783 to 1860 (Early Republic through Antebellum) with an interest in the Atlantic World and/or transnational movements. Position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2012.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and will contribute to the department’s US History survey offerings and methods course, as well as teach upper-level lecture courses and seminars. Completion of PhD required by August 16, 2012.
Applicants must submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae electronically at https://careers.umw.edu. Three letters of recommendations are also required. The three letters of recommendation must be mailed to Dr. Jeffrey McClurken, Search Chair, Department of History and American Studies, University of Mary Washington, 1301 College Ave., Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Application materials will be accepted until November 1, 2011.
Interviews of candidates will take place at the AHA conference in Chicago in January. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the University’s home page at www.umw.edu.
For additional information and to apply for this position, please visit https://careers.umw.edu. The University of Mary Washington accepts only completed online applications. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Mary Washington actively encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply.
Contact: |
Jeffrey McClurken, Chair |
Website: | https://careers.umw.edu |
Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 08/29/2011 |
Closing Date | 11/01/2011 |