Assistant Professor: South Asian History
Position overview
Position title: Assistant ProfessorThe posted UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay as determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the salary scale(s) for this position [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t1.pdf)]. The base salary range, from the salary table(s), for this position is $74,600-$97,200.
“Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.
Additional UCSD salary information can be found here: https://aps.ucsd.edu/compensation/apo-salary.html
Application Window
Open date: October 6, 2023
Most recent review date: Monday, Nov 6, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Friday, Mar 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of History in the School of Arts & Humanities at UC San Diego invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in South Asian History. We welcome applications from scholars focusing on any period, topic, thematic area, religion, nation or region within South Asia, including the pre-colonial, colonial and postcolonial periods, diasporic communities, and anti-casteist, anti-Islamophobic approaches. Specialists in Indian Ocean History or other inter-regional fields are particularly encouraged to apply. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2024. Duties include active research, graduate supervision, classroom teaching at all levels, and department and university service. The successful candidate will be charged with crafting a foundational curriculum in South Asian History. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on University of California pay scales.
Qualifications
Must be at least ABD in History or related discipline at time of application.
Must possess a PhD in History or related discipline by time of appointment.
Evidence of excellence in teaching commensurate with experience, and publications appropriate to the candidate’s experience. Candidates with demonstrated strong leadership in supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic settings.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Writing Sample - Writing sample of approximately 5,000- 10,000 words
Statement of Teaching
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity, including, if applicable, within South Asian Studies. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.
Statement of Research (Optional)
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3 letters of reference required
Names and contact information of three referees only at this time. Letters to be solicited later in the process.
Help contact: ltamayo@ucsd.edu
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