Visiting Assistant Professor in African History

3 weeks ago

San Antonio, Texas, United States Trinity University Full time


Details

Posted: 22-Nov-23

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: JR100248

Job Family Group:

Faculty

Time Type:

Full time

Department/Office:

History (Anene Ejikeme)

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Job Description:

The History Department at Trinity University seeks a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in African history, beginning August 2024. The position is open to candidates in any sub-field or period of African history. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses during the academic year to support the curricular needs of the department and the Pathways general education curriculum.
The Visiting Assistant Professor is expected to teach one or two introductory courses each semester, including an African history survey. Candidates must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The successful candidate will be eligible for support for research and conferences.

BACKGROUND

Trinity University is a private, secular, and nationally-ranked liberal arts university with a commitment to interdisciplinarity and intentional inclusion. Trinity's student body consists of approximately 2500 students, of which 45.5% are students of color, and boasts a 9:1 student/faculty ratio. The campus boasts world-class facilities, including our newly-opened Humanities building Dicke Hall, home of the Humanities Collective , Trinity's hub for humanities scholarship and our Public Humanities Fellows. Trinity sits at the heart of San Antonio, a fast-growing, vibrant and cosmopolitan city of approximately 2 million residents. Our location allows students and faculty to learn from, engage with, and give back to its historic multicultural community. Discover more about Trinity University here and in the Resource Guide to Trinity & San Antonio .

The Trinity University Department of History consists of ten historians conducting research on Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and the United States, with thematic focuses on transnational migration, gender and sexuality, international relations, comparative histories of race and racism, public history and digital humanities. Our history faculty consistently publish world-class scholarship, hold competitive fellowships and grants, and engage with local and global audiences through public scholarship and outreach. In the classroom, our department is committed to pedagogy that stresses critical analysis, informed empathy, and intentional inclusivity. See the department website for more information.

The Department of History and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach a total of 5 courses during the academic year (3-2 teaching load) and support the academic mission of the department and the university.

EDUCATION

Required: PhD in History or advanced PhD candidates in History. Candidates must have passed their qualifying exams and received ABD status.

Preferred: The ideal candidate will have:

  • PhD by the date of hire
  • Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level
  • Demonstrated commitment to Trinity University's liberal arts mission
  • A demonstrated commitment to Trinity University's value of intentional inclusion
  • A willingness to support the goals of the Trinity University's Pathways general education curriculum

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: Taught courses at university level as a TA or an instructor of record

HOW TO APPLY

When starting the application, select "Apply Manually." Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required. In the "My Experience" section, you do not need to complete the "Work Experience," "Education," "Certifications," or "Languages" fields.

In the "Application Documents" field, upload the following, each as a separate pdf file (note: a maximum of five (5) files can be uploaded):

  • CV
  • Cover letter (Include a list of 3 references. We will ask for letters of recommendation for finalists)
  • Diversity Statement
  • Teaching Statement and a sample syllabus for a course on African history (please include both documents as a single pdf)

The diversity statement should respond to the following prompt: "Trinity University is committed to the value of intentional inclusion. Please provide a brief statement words) describing your past efforts as well as your future plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in your teaching."

We will start evaluating applications on February 12, 2024, and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at or email .


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