The Department of History at the University of Michigan invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the history
of modern Russia and/or Russian empire, late nineteenth century to
the present, including the late imperial, Soviet, and/or
post-Soviet periods. This is a university-year appointment with an
expected start date of August 25, 2025.
The department has a 2/2 teaching load. Areas of teaching
responsibility include introductory, upper division, and graduate
classes.
Michigan's Department of History remains committed to rigorous
archival research and publishing. Additionally, we have undertaken
a number of initiatives intended to increase the range of
perspectives and experiences within our unit and the larger field.
These include recruitment and mentoring programs for prospective
graduate students; building new programs to train current graduate
students for multiple career paths, including public facing
scholarship.
Applicants must demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching and
research. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse
range of people, and who can contribute to a climate of
inclusivity, are especially welcome. Applicants must have a Ph.D.
in history or a related field by the start date.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications received by September 20, 2024, 11:59 p.m., Eastern
Standard Time will be assured full consideration.
Please include the following components (each submitted as a
separate PDF file):
Cover letter including descriptions of your current and future
research, as well as your teaching experience and philosophy.
Please address your letter to Professor Valerie Kivelson, Chair,
Search Committee.
Curriculum Vitae
Writing Sample (limit to 25 pages)
The names and contact information of three references
Persons whose applications are selected for further review will be
individually asked to provide additional materials, including a
diversity statement, research statement, and teaching
statement.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a
voluntary EEO-1/Affirmative Action Voluntary Self Identification
form for the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.
Confirmation: Upon receipt of your preliminary application you can
expect an email acknowledgement from Interfolio.
The University of Michigan is committed to fostering and
maintaining a diverse work culture that respects the rights and
dignity of each individual, without regard to race, color, national
origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual
orientation, gender expression, height, weight, marital status,
disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. The
University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career
couples and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Offers for this appointment are contingent upon a successful
background screening. Candidates must meet all degree requirements
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