The Department of History at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) seeks a specialist in U.S. Law and Race to be appointed as the Mellon Research Assistant Professor, a 12-month position beginning August 15, 2024. The appointment is for two years with the potential, based on performance, for conversion into a tenure-leading appointment. A Ph.D. in History or a relevant humanities or humanistic social science discipline related to U.S. Law and Race is required. The Ph.D. must be completed by August 14, 2024. Candidates must demonstrate a record of scholarship and training in U.S. History and a teaching record supporting the ability to offer courses in U.S. History at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in research