Assistant Professor, Latin American History

Assistant Professor, Latin American HistoryThe Department of History at Villanova University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the history of Latin America since 1800. We seek an innovative scholar-teacher of any geographical specialization whose research and teaching engage transnational frameworks and themes. Candidates should be able to teach thematic Core History courses of their own creation and electives at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We seek candidates who will contribute to the University's Latin American Studies Program within the Department of Global Interdisciplinary Studies and build partnerships across campus. Our new colleague should demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues and to mentor students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds. The position begins August 2025 with a teaching load of 2-2 for the 2025-26 Academic Year and 3-2 thereafter. A PhD is required at the time the position commences. The application deadline is September 15, 2024.
Minimum QualificationsPh.D. is required at the time the position commences.
Application InstructionsApplications must be submitted online at https://jobs.villanova.edu. Applications should include:
Cover letter of interestCurriculum vitaeStatement of teaching philosophyResearch statement and one article or chapter-length writing sampleUnofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required if you are chosen for an interview)Statement of commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionContact information for three references who will receive a secure email link to upload their recommendationsFinalists will be asked to submit a statement of contribution to the University's missionClosing DateClosing Date (11:59pm ET): 09/16/2024
Salary InformationCompetitive
References NeededMinimum Number of References Needed: 3
Maximum Number of References Needed: 3

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