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University of Virginia Assistant Professor of History in Charlottesville, Virginia
The University of Virginia’s Corcoran Department of History invites applications for a tenure-track position, at the Assistant Professor rank, in Late Imperial Chinese History (the Ming-Qing period), expected to begin August 2025. Scholars of this field in all areas of expertise are welcome to apply. The successful candidate will join a vibrant department of more than forty scholars covering various areas and periods of the world and a thriving program in East Asian history from ancient to modern times. The Department is particularly interested in developing research and teaching offerings with transnational or global reach and in the areas of women and gender studies and the histories of science/technology and medicine.
The teaching load is two courses per semester plus possibility of supervising graduate students, and the duties also include service to the Department, the University, and the profession.
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants should hold a PhD.
Candidates must have received a PhD in history or a related field by the position start date. A strong record of original and innovative research and professionally proficient Chinese language ability are expected. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and for mentoring students, as well as a demonstrated willingness to contribute to the goals of the University and the scholarly life of the Department and the PhD program. Candidates should be able to teach Department survey courses on Late Imperial and Modern China, as well as additional courses in their area of specialization.
Review of applications is expected to begin in November and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received by November 15. We will only consider complete applications.
Apply here . Please submit the following as part of your application:
Cover letter of interest that includes a summary of your most important publications (or dissertation), research plans, teaching interests and experience, and how your skills and experience could advance the University’s ambition to cultivate the most vibrant community in higher education in order to prepare students to be leaders in a diverse and globally connected world (see https://strategicplan.virginia.edu/strategic-goals/ ). The letter must not be longer than three single-spaced pages.
Curriculum vitae
A statement of teaching philosophy (one-page single spaced maximum)
Contact information for three references
Samples of publications or dissertation chapters will be requested later.
Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Xiaoyuan Liu at xyliu@virginia.edu. (xyliu@virginia.edu.%20) Questions about the application process should be directed to Margaret Weeks at mew7ys@virginia.edu. The university will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. Review of applications is expected to begin in November and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received by November 15. We will only consider complete applications.
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