Visiting Assistant Professor, American History
Wake Forest University

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** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified. Job Description SummaryThe History Department at Wake Forest University seeks a one year visiting assistant professor of American history for appointment beginning July 1, 2024. The job carries a 3-3 teaching load. In the fall semester, the VAP will teach three sections of HST 108, "Americas and the World," a course that offers a history of the Western hemisphere since 1500 with a transnational and thematic approach and which meets the college's general education requirements. In spring 2024 they will teach two sections of HST 108 and one course for history majors based on their specialty in American history.Job Description:

Teaching undergraduates is central to Wake Forest's mission. Candidates should have teaching experience and Ph.D. in hand by August 2024; advanced ABD students will be considered as well. More information about the department and its course offerings can be found at https://history.wfu.edu/, and for quick facts about the University, go to http://www.wfu.edu/visitors/quickfacts.html.

Additional Job Description

A complete application will include a curriculum vitae, a letter of application that includes general teaching philosophy as well as a description of how the candidate would approach the courses required for the position, a copy of graduate transcript(s), and a list of three references. Review of applications will begin on April 25 and will continue until the position is filled. References will be contacted only for short-listed candidates, with the candidate's prior approval. Interested applicants should apply via the University's career website at: http://www.wfu.careers/. Inquiries about the application process and document submission may be addressed to wakejobs@wfu.edu. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search chair, Dr. Jake Ruddiman ruddimja@wfu.edu. Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and inclusivity, and seeks applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest University is an AA/EO employer and values an inclusive and diverse learning community and campus climate.

Time Type RequirementFull timeIn order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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