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The Historical Studies Program and Middle Eastern Studies Program at Bard College invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the history of the Middle East and North Africa since 1800. The position begins in fall 2024.

The successful candidate will have an active scholarly research agenda and be able to teach survey, thematic, and advanced courses contributing to a vibrant, interdisciplinary curriculum. Applicants should have a PhD at the time of appointment in Islamic, Middle Eastern and North African, Ottoman, or Turkish history. Applications received by October 31, 2023 will receive the fullest consideration. 

Please submit a letter of application describing current and future research, writing sample, curriculum vitae, course syllabi, a teaching statement and, if available, student evaluations, and three confidential letters of reference via Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/132002

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Building on a 150-year history as a competitive and innovative undergraduate institution, Bard College's mission has expanded across the country, around the world, and to meet broader student needs.Now, approximately 2,000 undergraduates study in Annandale and more than 200 graduate students study in Bard programs, plus nearly 1,000 students in our early colleges. Total enrollment for Bard College and its global affiliates is approximately 5,000 students. The undergraduate program at our main campus in the Hudson River Valley of upstate New York retains a reputation for scholarly excellence and civic engagement. We are committed to enriching culture, public life, and democratic discourse by training tomorrow's thought leaders.

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