Assistant Professor of Medieval European History (600 to 1500) – The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position as an Assistant Professor of Medieval European History (600 to 1500) in the Department of History in the College of Arts and Letters to begin in Fall 2014. The area of specialization is open. The appointment is located at Southern Miss’s Hattiesburg campus. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 3/3 load, including world history surveys and upper-level and graduate courses in field of expertise, and to direct M.A. theses in medieval history and serve on doctoral committees. The successful candidate will also be expected to pursue an active research agenda and contribute to the department’s service obligations. Minimum qualifications are a doctorate in history by time of appointment and the promise of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must complete an online application at https://jobs.usm.edu, including the submission of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, teaching portfolio, and an article/chapter length writing sample.
Applications must be complete by Nov. 4, 2013, to ensure full consideration.
Founded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi is a comprehensive doctoral and research-extensive university fulfilling its mission of being a leading university in engaging and empowering individuals to transform lives and communities. The University of Southern Mississippi, which enrolls nearly 17,000 students each year, is the only dual-campus university in Mississippi with campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach. Six additional research sites are located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and in Meridian. Learn more at www.usm.edu. The Department of History’s faculty includes award-winning authors and teachers. The department offers bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. Students have the opportunity to explore the histories of North America (with a special emphasis on the American South), Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa. We are a leading institution for the study of War & Society and are a regional leader in preparing students to teach history. Learn more at: http://www.usm.edu/history
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Contact:
Questions should be directed to: Dr. Westley Follett, Chair, Medieval Europe Search, Department of History, 730 East Beach Blvd., The University of Southern Mississippi, Long Beach, MS 39560; Phone: 228-214-3360, Email: westley.follett@usm.edu.
Website: http://www.usm.edu/history
Primary Category: Medieval and Byzantine History / Studies
Secondary Categories: European History / Studies
Posting Date: 10/06/2013
Closing Date 01/30/2014