University of the South, History
Visiting Assistant Professor of Latin American History
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Tennessee, United States |
Position: | Visiting Assistant Professor |
The History Department at The University of the South invites applications for a three-year visiting assistant position in the history of the Caribbean or Latin America. The appointment begins August 2018. The successful candidate will teach the Latin American survey and courses in their areas of expertise. The teaching load for this position is six courses per year. A Ph.D. in history or in a related field in hand by August 1, 2018 is required.
The University of the South comprises a well-regarded College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and a distinguished School of Theology. It is an institution of the Episcopal Church that welcomes individuals of all backgrounds. The University is located on a striking, 13,000-acre campus on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau.
The University of the South is an equal opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.
Eligibility for employment is contingent upon successful prescreening.
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Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a graduate transcript (unofficial accepted), and three letters of recommendation.* A teaching dossier consisting of samply syllabi and course evaluations is desirable. All application materials must be submitted through the online portal at https://jobs.sewanee.edu/postings/2357 no later than November 25, 2017. *Letters of recommendation may be submitted electronically or via dossier services to Kristen Kleinfeld, Assistant for Finance and Administration, at fachire@sewanee.edu. The department will conduct preliminary interviews at the American Historical Association meeting in Washington, D.C. in January 2018. Please direct questions regarding the position to the chair of the department, Professor Woody Register (wregiste@sewanee.edu). |
Website: | https://jobs.sewanee.edu/postings/2357 |
Primary Category: | Latin American and Caribbean History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | World History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 10/05/2017 |
Closing Date | 01/03/2018 |