The Department of History at Cornell University seeks applicants for an open-rank endowed chair in China and Asia-Pacific Studies in the long 20th century with a preference for a focus on the post-1949 period. The position is full-time tenure-track at the assistant, associate or full professor level. We seek a scholar whose teaching and research is on China and the Asia Pacific region in the world and has Mandarin language skills. Candidates should exhibit superb research achievements, excellence in teaching, and leadership ability. In addition to teaching courses in the history department, the successful candidate may potentially serve in a leadership capacity in Cornellâs CAPS program and also teach courses in that program (https://caps.cornell.edu/).
Applicants must have their Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2021. Please upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, letters of recommendation, and writing sample to AJO by September 1, 2020. Questions about the position and the search can be sent to the chair of the committee, care of Michael Williamson in the History Department: mdw84@cornell.edu
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell Universityâs heritage. The College of Arts and Sciences at Cornell embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students and faculty of all races, nationalities, and genders. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply. Cornell University is a recognized EEO/AA employer and educator, valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. |
* (posted 2020/07/20, listed until 2021/01/20)