Assistant Professor – History of Science and Technology in Asia

About the role

The Department of History at The City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the History of Science and Technology in Asia. Geographic and chronological specialization within Asia is open. We welcome scholars whose research situates science and technology within broader social, cultural, political, economic, environmental, or transnational contexts, including candidates whose work examines connections between Asia and other regions of the world.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the history of science and technology
• Teach Asian history
• Offer undergraduate and M.A. electives in the candidate’s areas of expertise
• Teach classes that contribute to the college’s general education curriculum

Requirements

• Ph.D. in History or a related field
• Ability to teach successfully
• Demonstrated scholarly achievement
• Ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution

Qualifications

• Evidence of excellent scholarly potential
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research using the languages appropriate to the candidate’s field
• Commitment to teaching, research, and program service

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs
• Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of ongoing faculty professional development

Pay

Salary Range: $79,630 - $94,017

Location: City College of New York • Job Type: Full-Time • Closing Date: November 23, 2026 • Job ID: 32849