Organization of American Historians
Assistant Professor in African-American History
Organization of American Historians, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403
Application DeadlineOctober 15, 2024; position open until filled.Position Announcement
The Department of History at the University of Oregon seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in African American history, beginning fall 2025 (updated). Time period and research subfield are open. The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of, or strong potential for, high-quality scholarship and student-centered teaching. The department is especially interested in candidates whose teaching, research, and community engagement would complement and support the UO’s Black Studies minor. Priority will be given to applications received by October 15, 2024, but the position will remain open until filled.The University of Oregon is committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse institution and seeks candidates with demonstrated potential to contribute to the achievement of this goal.Department or Program Summary
The Department of History at the University of Oregon, part of the Social Sciences division of the College of Arts and Sciences, is a highly accomplished community of teachers and scholars. Our expertise spans the globe – from the Pacific Northwest and the United States to Asia, Europe, Latin America, North America, the Middle East, and Africa – and extends across human history, from ancient and medieval times through to the early twenty-first century. Our scholars are engaged in teaching and research projects that examine the myriad ways in which religion, ethnicity, race, class, and gender have shaped the patterns of human experience.About the University
The University of Oregon is one of only two Pacific Northwest members of the Association of American Universities and holds a distinguished ranking in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UO enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and nearly 100 countries. The UO’s 295-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities in an arboretum-like setting within the traditional homelands of the Kalapuya people.Required Application Materials
Please complete an online application including the following materials:Letter describing research and teaching interestsCVChapter/article-length writing sampleStatement outlining your commitment and contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusionNames and email addresses of 3 professional referencesMinimum Requirements
• PhD in History, Black Studies, American Studies, or related field.• Record of, or strong potential for, high-quality scholarship and student-centered teaching.Professional Competencies
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and faculty with a range of disciplinary and ideological perspectives, culturally diverse backgrounds, and multiple identities.• Ability to help advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the University community.Preferred Qualifications
The department is especially interested in candidates whose teaching, research, and community engagement would complement and support the UO’s Black Studies minor.
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The Department of History at the University of Oregon seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in African American history, beginning fall 2025 (updated). Time period and research subfield are open. The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of, or strong potential for, high-quality scholarship and student-centered teaching. The department is especially interested in candidates whose teaching, research, and community engagement would complement and support the UO’s Black Studies minor. Priority will be given to applications received by October 15, 2024, but the position will remain open until filled.The University of Oregon is committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse institution and seeks candidates with demonstrated potential to contribute to the achievement of this goal.Department or Program Summary
The Department of History at the University of Oregon, part of the Social Sciences division of the College of Arts and Sciences, is a highly accomplished community of teachers and scholars. Our expertise spans the globe – from the Pacific Northwest and the United States to Asia, Europe, Latin America, North America, the Middle East, and Africa – and extends across human history, from ancient and medieval times through to the early twenty-first century. Our scholars are engaged in teaching and research projects that examine the myriad ways in which religion, ethnicity, race, class, and gender have shaped the patterns of human experience.About the University
The University of Oregon is one of only two Pacific Northwest members of the Association of American Universities and holds a distinguished ranking in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UO enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and nearly 100 countries. The UO’s 295-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities in an arboretum-like setting within the traditional homelands of the Kalapuya people.Required Application Materials
Please complete an online application including the following materials:Letter describing research and teaching interestsCVChapter/article-length writing sampleStatement outlining your commitment and contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusionNames and email addresses of 3 professional referencesMinimum Requirements
• PhD in History, Black Studies, American Studies, or related field.• Record of, or strong potential for, high-quality scholarship and student-centered teaching.Professional Competencies
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and faculty with a range of disciplinary and ideological perspectives, culturally diverse backgrounds, and multiple identities.• Ability to help advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the University community.Preferred Qualifications
The department is especially interested in candidates whose teaching, research, and community engagement would complement and support the UO’s Black Studies minor.
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