Visiting Assistant Professor in Late-Medieval/Early Modern Western Europe, Byzantium, or the Islamic WorldWilliams College: History
Location: Williams College
Open Date: Jan 03, 2025
Deadline: Feb 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
DescriptionThe Department of History at Williams College invites applications for a two-year visiting appointment in the history of late-medieval/early modern Western Europe, Byzantium, or the Islamic world, to start July 1, 2025. We aim to appoint a Visiting Assistant Professor who will be responsible for teaching the history of Western Europe, Byzantium, or the Islamic world between roughly 1000-1700.
The teaching load in the department will be two courses per semester, and faculty have considerable autonomy in developing the curriculum in their fields. The successful candidate will also be expected to supervise students in the History Department's honors thesis program. Information about the department and current curriculum can be found at:
https://history.williams.edu. The History Department is home to a diverse faculty, and we have a demonstrated record of supporting colleagues from many different backgrounds.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities or those whose experiences and perspectives will enhance our commitment to academic excellence and innovation to apply.
QualificationsThe candidate should be a dedicated scholar with a Ph.D. in hand or expected by September 2025.
All offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Further information is available at:
http://dean-faculty.williams.edu/prospective-faculty/background-check-policy/.
Application InstructionsPlease send the following application materials to the department chair, Jessica Chapman, via Interfolio (
http://apply.interfolio.com/161038): a letter of application that includes a summary of current and future scholarship, teaching interests and experience, and ability to contribute effectively to a broadly diverse campus community; a curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; and an article or chapter length writing sample. The deadline for receipt of these materials is Friday, February 21, 2025.
For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/161038Williams College is a liberal arts institution located in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts. The college has built its reputation on outstanding teaching and scholarship and on the academic excellence of its approximately 2,000 students. Please visit the Williams College website (http://www.williams.edu).
Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.
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