The History Department at Boston University invites applications for a tenure track position at the level of Assistant Professor in the Indigenous History of the Americas, beginning Fall 2025. We seek candidates with expertise in any aspect of the Indigenous History of North America, Central America, or South America, covering any chronological period. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research and teaching. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate core courses and in fields of specialization. Ph.D. must be in hand by beginning of employment.

By Oct 1, applicants should submit to Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28325: a cover letter detailing research interests and teaching approaches, a C.V., a substantive writing sample, and three letters of recommendation. Further materials will be requested of short-listed applicants. Preliminary virtual interviews will be conducted in October.

Prospective candidates are welcome to contact search committee chair Sarah Phillips with further inquiries.

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