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St. Lawrence University seeks a qualified candidate for a one-year (potentially renewable for additional years) Visiting Assistant Professor position in Asian History. Chronological and thematic research expertise is open. Experience teaching introductory undergraduate courses is preferred; ability to offer courses incorporating East Asian religious history is a plus. Teaching responsibilities include three courses per semester, including broad introductory Asian history surveys, as well as upper-level courses related to teaching/research interests. The history department values diverse interdisciplinary and transnational connections in our teaching and research, and strongly encourages applications from candidates who can develop courses supporting Religious Studies, Asian Studies, or other departments/programs.

St. Lawrence University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Members of populations traditionally under-represented in US institutions of higher education are especially encouraged to apply. More information about SLU’s diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments can be found here: https://www.stlawu.edu/offices/presidents-office/statement-diversity

Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu uploading all required materials which are defined in the “special instructions to applicant” section.  Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2022, and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be sent to Dr. Matt Carotenuto, Search Chair, mcarotenuto@stlawu.edu.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

Minimum Qualifications

Historian of East Asia, with Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment preferred but ABDs may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates would bring innovative and creative approaches to course design and teaching.