The Department of History at North Carolina State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in 20th-century Continental European History (Including Russia/USSR).

The successful candidate will teach introductory survey courses in modern European history and upper-level courses in their areas of expertise, and share in the teaching of core courses in the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. We seek candidates who will contribute to conversations of contemporary concern and will be able to develop connections across the department and the university.

The successful candidate may supervise undergraduate honors theses and MA theses; work with MA and PhD students in the department’s Public History program; and contribute to innovative digital work that is one of the department’s strengths. The successful candidate will join a History Department whose faculty share a deep commitment not only to outstanding scholarship but also to rigorous, innovative classroom instruction and public-facing projects. All faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

How to apply

Those wishing to be considered for this position are requested to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a chapter-length writing sample, and the names of three referees, whom we may contact at later stages of review. Candidates invited for the first round of interviews may also be asked to provide sample syllabi and additional written work. Applications to NC State University are submitted electronically at https://jobs.ncsu.edu.

Questions can be addressed to Professor Ross Bassett, Chair of the Search Committee, at ross@ncsu.edu

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position has been filled.

Qualifications

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in History or a related field by the start date. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of research and training related to 20th-century Continental European History.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

About North Carolina State University

The History Department is a group of scholars covering many areas of specialization. We pride ourselves on outstanding teaching. We offer small classes that allow a great deal of individual attention. In addition, our faculty advisors offer close contact and personal attention to each student. The History major is a place to get a “small college” education in a big state university. The department of twenty-eight tenure track faculty has about two hundred majors in three undergraduate programs—the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Arts with a Teacher Education Concentration, and the Bachelor of Sciences. All programs offer a great deal of student choice in courses and electives, allowing the pursuit of either a broad educational experience or a focused study. Our 80 student graduate program offers three distinct degrees: the M.A. in History, the M.A. in Public History, and the PhD in Public History, all offering a strong foundation in traditional history.

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