Albright College, History
Assistant Professor of History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Pennsylvania, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
The Department of History at Albright College invites applications for a tenure-track position in the history of the long 20th-century in the United States, beginning in August 2016. Particular specialization is open, although preference will be given to applicants whose research comprehends diverse American experiences, and whose teaching thoroughly addresses American history from the late 19th century to the present day. Candidates interviewed will bring with them evidence of innovative scholarly accomplishments, an active scholarly agenda, and a willingness to develop courses in public history that make use of resources in Reading and southeastern Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will be a compelling teacher, who, through introductory courses, promises to inspire informed critical thinking in the minds of diverse undergraduates and enrich those perspectives through more specialized upper level courses. Department members are creative collaborators in multi-disciplinary curricular innovations, avid supporters of co-curricular learning, and active participants in the life of the College. A Ph.D. in hand is required by start of appointment. Complete applications received before October 15th will receive full consideration. The Department will interview at the annual meeting of the AHA in Atlanta. Located in Reading, Pennsylvania, about an hour from Philadelphia, and three from New York and Washington, DC. Albright is an AA, EEO employer and is actively committed to diversity within its community. In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity among applicants for this position. Protected veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Contact: |
Please send a letter of application, curriculum vita, a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation electronically to hr@albright.edu . |
Website: | http://www.albright.edu |
Primary Category: | American History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 07/31/2015 |
Closing Date | 10/29/2015 |