University of California - Santa Barbara, Department of History
Assistant Professor of Colonial Latin American History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | California, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Colonial Latin American History (1492-1825)
The Department of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in colonial Latin American history. Appointment begins July 1, 2016. PhD expected at time of appointment. The search is open to scholars working on any region of Latin America during the colonial period, ca. 1492-1825. The fields of specialization are open, but candidates must have a strong record of archival and colonial sources research experience. We particularly welcome candidates whose work considers global frameworks, interdisciplinary and comparative approaches, as well as theoretical questions concerning colonialism and empire. Knowledge of indigenous languages is desirable but not required.
The department seeks candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s lower- and upper-division, and graduate history curriculum.
Applicants should apply at: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00557. Applications should include a cover letter including discussion of current and future research, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and at least three letters of recommendation. Materials must be received by November 15, 2015. Address inquiries to Professor Cecilia Méndez, Colonial Latin American History Search Committee Chair, at mendez@history.ucsb.edu
The University of California at Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on the History Department, visit our website at: http://www.history.ucsb.edu
Contact: |
Professor Cecilia Méndez, Colonial Latin American History Search Committee Chair, mendez@history.ucsb.edu |
Website: | http://www.history.ucsb.edu/ |
Primary Category: | Latin American and Caribbean History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Colonial and Post-Colonial History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 09/17/2015 |
Closing Date | 11/15/2015 |