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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
Office: |
Department of History |
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Full-Time |
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Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.
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Hofstra University Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy & International Affairs Department of History Faculty Position in History
Hofstra University’s department of History invites applications for an anticipated tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in US history with a specialization in any period of African-American history, to begin in Fall 2017. Candidates must be qualified to teach a two-semester African-American history survey and introductory courses in US History from the colonial period to the twentieth century, in addition to advanced courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. Course load is typically 3 courses per semester (9 s.h.). Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant discipline by the time of appointment. In addition to evidence of scholarly promise and achievement, significant classroom experience and excellence in teaching—together with commitment to the creation of innovative courses attracting a diverse student body—are strongly preferred.
Interested applicants should email a CV, academic transcripts, and several syllabi, along with a cover letter discussing areas of specialization, research plans, and approaches to teaching, to HCLAS@hofstra.edu with the subject line "History Search" . Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent directly to this email address, or to:
Prof. Simon Doubleday, Chair Hofstra University Department of History NAB 301A Hempstead, NY 11549
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2016, and continue until the position has been filled.
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Hofstra University is the largest, private, liberal arts institution on Long Island, NY. It is located 25 miles east of Manhattan and includes the following schools: Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Frank G. Zarb School of Business; Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine; Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies; The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication; School of Education; School of Health Professions and Human Services; Maurice A. Deane School of Law; and Honors College. There are about 500 full-time faculty members, approximately 6,900 full-time and part-time undergraduates, 2,900 graduate students, 800 law students, and 350 medical students. For more information about the University please visit http://www.hofstra.edu/home/index.html.
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Tenure Track: |
Yes |
Voluntary Self-Identification |
All applicants are invited to complete the three (3) voluntary self-identification forms |
Deadline: |
12/1/2016 |
Date Posted: |
10/14/2016 |
Posting Number: |
897023 |
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