The Africana Studies Institute, in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Connecticut, is seeking an assistant professor in residence for the fall 2018-spring 2019 academic term, expected to begin August 23rd, 2018. The successful candidate will be expected to teach the following courses: two African American history survey courses to 1865 and since 1865; and upper level courses on the social and cultural history of the African diaspora. In addition, if appropriate to the curricular needs of the Institute, teaching syllabi that reflect the broad research areas of the instructor would be welcome.

The University of Connecticut is ranked the best public university in New England and among the top 20 universities in the U.S. In recent years, UConn has been supported by billions in funding dollars from state investments (nextgenct.uconn.edu and biosciencect.uchc.edu) and guided by a bold Academic Vision ( http://acadademicvision.uconn.edu/ ). We are pleased to continue these investments by inviting applications for an Assistant Professor in Residence position in Africana Studies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in African American history (or foreign equivalent) by start date; teaching experience in African diaspora and African American history; demonstrated excellence in teaching; excellent written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proven experience serving as sole instructor for survey courses in African diaspora history; experience teaching social and/or cultural history or the history of popular culture. S/he will share a commitment to effective instruction and mentoring of students, to the development of innovative courses, and to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. More information about the Institute can be found at http://africana.uconn.edu/ .

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position, which is renewable for up to three years. The successful candidate will receive a competitive annual salary and fringe benefits. Technological support and office space will also be provided by the Africana Studies Institute. Teaching load is three courses each fall semester and four courses per spring semester. The successful candidate will participate in the academic life of the Institute and his or her primary academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus with the possibility of teaching at one of UConn's regional campuses or in on-line instruction.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants should select "Apply" to submit the following on Academic Jobs Online: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and sample course syllabi. Also, please direct at least three reference writers to submit letters of professional reference on your behalf. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received no later than June 29, 2018. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check (Search #2018539).

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp .

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.



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