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Assistant Teaching Professor in Modern European History

Publicerad 2024-04-12

JOB TITLE

Assistant Teaching Professor in Modern European History

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Humanities & Arts Department

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Worcester Polytechnic Institute's Humanities and Arts Department invites applications for a Assistant Teaching Professor in Modern European History for the 2024-2025 academic year, beginning in August 2024. We especially invite scholars working on Europe since 1700, deploying transregional, international, comparative, and/or global perspectives and methods. We are particularly interested in scholars with a demonstrated record of teaching who can contribute to the department’s thematic areas of focus on gender, sexuality, and women’s studies; and/or histories of science, technology, and medicine.

WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job responsibilities will include:

  • Teaching 6 courses and 2 capstone inquiry seminars in History and International and Global Studies.
  • Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in History is preferred; terminal degree in other relevant fields will be considered.
  • Candidates should have earned their PhD by August 15.
  • A track record of successful classroom teaching at the university level.
  • The ability to work creatively and collaboratively across disciplines with faculty, staff, and students of various experience levels.
  • As part of your initial application, please submit:

  • A cover letter that describes your interests, values, and practices as a scholar and teacher.
  • Current CV including academic, teaching, and professional experience.
  • The names and contact information of at least three references.
  • We will ask for letters of reference, a scholarly writing sample, and teaching portfolio for short-listed candidates only. Application review will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

    Applicants who apply by April 24, 2024 will receive full consideration. We anticipate concluding this search by May 15, 2024. The university is not able to offer visa support for this position.

    FLSA STATUS

    United States of America (Exempt)

    WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with​ diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

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