Assistant Professor

The History Department is a group of scholars covering many areas of specialization. We pride ourselves on outstanding teaching. We offer small classes that allow a great deal of individual attention. The History major is a place to get a "small college" education in a big state university.

The department of thirty professors has about two hundred fifty majors in three undergraduate programs-the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Arts with a Teacher Education Concentration, the Bachelor of Arts with a Legal History Concentration, and the Bachelor of Sciences. All programs offer a great deal of student choice in courses and electives, allowing the pursuit of either a broad educational experience or a focused study.

Our 80 student graduate program offers three distinct degrees: the M.A. in History, the M.A. in Public History, and the Ph.D. in Public History . However, all three degree programs require a strong foundation in traditional history.

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The Department of History at North Carolina State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in 20th-century Continental European History (Including Russia/ USSR).

The successful candidate will teach introductory survey courses in modern European history and upper-level courses in their areas of expertise,and share in the teaching of core courses in the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. We seek candidates who will contribute to conversations of contemporary concern and will be able to develop connections across the department and the university.

The successful candidate may supervise undergraduate honors theses and MA theses; work with MA and PhD students in the department's Public History program; and contribute to innovative digital work that is one of the department's strengths. The successful candidate will join a History Department whose faculty share a deep commitment not only to outstanding scholarship but also to rigorous, innovative classroom instruction and public-facing projects. All faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in History or a related field by the start date.

The ability to carry out an original research agenda in the history of modern Europe. Strong commitment to excellence in teaching is expected. Excellent communication skills. Discipline in history or related field.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of research and training related to the history of modern Europe.

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Those wishing to be considered for this position are requested to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a chapter-length writing sample, and the names of three referees, whom we may contact at later stages of review.

Candidates invited for the first round of interviews may also be asked to provide sample syllabi and additional written work.

Questions can be addressed to Professor Ross Bassett, Chair of the Search Committee, at .

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025 and will continue until the position has been filled.

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