Associate or Assistant Professor of Modern European History - Tenure Track

Job Description
Summary

The History Department at Washington & Jefferson College invites applications for a tenure track Associate or Assistant Professorship of History with a specialization in modern European history, to begin in the Fall of 2023. We are particularly interested in applications from candidates who have a subspecialty in Mediterranean Studies. We also welcome applications from candidates whose teaching and research use innovative methodological approaches and who have interests in digital or public history.

The successful candidate will be a committed teacher/scholar deeply engaged in their field and committed to innovative, student-centered teaching in an undergraduate liberal arts setting. We look forward to welcoming a colleague eager to mentor a rapidly diversifying student population and to guide undergraduate research projects. Our new colleague will join a rapidly evolving, close-knit department of dynamic teacher/scholars and will play a significant role in re-envisioning our history program. More information about the Department of History can be found here: https://www.washjeff.edu/programs/history/

The teaching load is three courses each semester and will include survey courses in modern European history and upper-level seminars in the field of specialization and other areas. As well, members of the department regularly contribute courses to the First Year Seminar Program and to a range of interdisciplinary programs including, Environmental Studies, Gender & Women's Studies, and International Studies.

Application Instructions

A Ph.D. in History or a closely related field is required prior to beginning employment. An initial application consists of a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and a teaching statement. Letters of recommendation, a writing sample and a research statement may be asked for as candidates move on in the process. Applications should be submitted to https://washjeff.applicantpro.com/jobs/ by November 15, 2022.

Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College, the oldest college west of the Allegheny Mountains, is consistently ranked among the top 100 liberal arts colleges in the United States. Located in Washington, Pennsylvania, the college is home to a diverse population of approximately 1,100 students from 26 states and 11 countries. Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Pittsburgh is a vibrant city consistently ranked as among the best cities in which to live and one that boasts an excellent food culture, nationally-recognized museums and performing arts organizations, major league sports franchises, and thriving medical and high-tech industries.

Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

Celebrating Diversity

Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, W&J College complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.

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