What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor of History position at College of Charleston?
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| Internal Title | Visiting Assistant Professor of History |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Visiting |
| School/Area | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | History |
| Position Description | The Department of History at the College of Charleston invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor with expertise in medieval or early modern history (roughly 1100-1700 C.E.), geographical region open, to begin the Fall semester of 2025. The position is for one year but is renewable. The successful candidate will teach four sections of the 100-level general education pre-modern history requirement each semester. The general education classes are organized thematically, around the professor's scholarly interests, rather than as a traditional world or western civ. course. There may also be opportunities to teach upper-division or graduate courses. All requirements for the Ph.D. in History must be completed by August 15, 2025. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Applications should be submitted electronically at https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16488 by May 10, 2025. Applications should include a cover letter, C.V., graduate transcripts, names and contact information for at least two references, a writing sample, and a sample syllabus for the premodern general education course. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Phyllis Jestice, Professor and Chair, at jesticepg@cofc.edu. |
| Posting Date | 04/01/2025 |
| Closing Date | 05/10/2025 |
| Open Until Filled? | No |
| Posting Number | F2016445P |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16488 |
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