Assistant Professor of East Asian History

History of East Asia

Department of History

Knox College

 

The Department of History at Knox College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in East Asian history, with a specialization in Japan, beginning September 1, 2023. Digital Humanities experience is preferred.   

The position includes a six-course teaching load on a 2-per-term basis over three ten-week terms. The successful candidate will teach introductory courses in East Asian civilizations, intermediate courses in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean history, and upper-level research courses based upon the candidate’s area of expertise. Other teaching responsibilities will depend upon the candidate’s sub-specialties. 

This position is part of the global approach to history that is a core principle of the department. It also makes a vital contribution to our commitment to interdisciplinary cooperation, allowing the department to maintain connections with other campus programs and departments, particularly the programs in Asian Studies and International Studies.

 

Knox College, established in 1837, is an independent, highly selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. In keeping with the college's 185-year commitment to equal rights, Knox actively encourages women and members of other underrepresented groups to apply. Candidates should have a sincere interest in quality undergraduate teaching at an institution that values diversity and close interactions with students, as well as a desire to maintain an active research program. We are particularly interested in creative, energetic teachers of undergraduate students who can contribute to Knox College’s considerable diversity and reflect that diversity in their teaching, mentoring, and research. With over 35% of the student body identifying as American students of color and an additional 15% international students, the College seeks courses appealing and welcoming to all of Knox’s students.

 

Knox College provides a competitive salary and a strong benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, and access to a retirement plan; a tuition remission benefit is available after a two-year waiting period. Additional information can be found on our Human Resources webpage at https://www.knox.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-benefits-and-forms.

 

Qualifications:  Ph.D. is expected at time of appointment; exceptional ABD candidates will be considered.  Teaching experience with undergraduates is preferred.

 

Candidates should submit: 

1. A letter of application that addresses the qualifications listed above, explains the applicant’s undergraduate liberal arts teaching philosophy, attention to diversity, and current and future research agenda

2. A curriculum vitae

3. Names of three confidential professional references.   

 

Submission via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/114732 

 

Review of applications will begin November 15th  and will continue until the position is filled.  

 

Questions may be addressed to: EastAsia2022@knox.edu

 

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