UChicago 19th Century US Search
The University of Chicago: Social Sciences Division: Department of History
Location
Open Date
Aug 15, 2025
Salary Range or Pay Grade
Description
The Department of History at the University of Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in the history of the United States during the long nineteenth century to start on or after July 1, 2026. They welcome applications from candidates who either are ABD or hold a recent PhD and particularly encourage applications from scholars whose work explores transnational perspectives on these histories.
Qualifications
Candidates must have earned the PhD degree in a relevant field prior to the start of the appointment.
Application Instructions
Applicants must apply online at the University of Chicago’s Interfolio website at apply.interfolio.com/172213 and include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a research statement; 4) a teaching statement; 5) a writing sample of no more than 30 pages; and 6) three letters of reference.
Consideration of applications will begin on October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
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