Assistant Professor of Modern Eastern European History at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California

Job Description:

Work type: University Tenure Line

Location: Stanford University

Categories: School of Humanities & Sciences

Assistant Professor of Modern Eastern European History (tenure-track)

The Department of History at Stanford University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in East-Central European history, including the Balkans, from the late 19th century to the present. The candidate will offer undergraduate lecture courses on modern East-Central Europe, as well as upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses on the distinct features of the history of the region writ large. Review of files will begin on October 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide the items listed below. The appointment will begin on September 1, 2025. Ph.D. must be in hand by the appointment start date.

Interested candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions and submit

Cover letter Research statement outlining their interests and their dissertation, book, or other relevant projectsTeaching Statement outlining their teaching experience and interestsCurriculum vitaeOne writing sample from their dissertation or a substantial research publicationThree letters of recommendation. For candidates who do not yet have a Ph.D., the recommendation of their principal advisor must include precise information on the present status of the dissertation and the likelihood of completion by Summer 2025.

For full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm PST on October 15, 2024.

The Department of History, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an inclusive academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and outlooks. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these ideals.The salary range for this position is $108,000 - $127,000, for academic year 2025-26. Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.

Further information about Stanford's Department of History may be found at https://history.stanford.edu/. Inquiries may be directed to Vivian Beebe Sana, Faculty Affairs and External Relations Officer, vbeebe@stanford.edu.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical missions.

Advertised: 15 Jul 2024 9:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: 15 Oct 2024 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time

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