Assistant Professor of African History

About the role

The Carleton College’s Department of History and Program in Africana Studies seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in African history to start in September 2027. The successful candidate should have their Ph.D. completed by July 2027.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5 courses across three ten-week terms, including introductory and advanced courses and research seminars.
• Work closely with and have primary service responsibilities in Carleton’s Africana Studies program.
• Commitment to teaching in a small liberal arts college environment, particularly with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Desirable teaching experience.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts setting.
• An ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in teaching African history.

Qualifications

The successful applicant will have:

• A Ph.D. in African history or a related field by July 2027.
• Strong research and teaching skills.
• Experience in teaching a variety of courses.
• A demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices.

Skills

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of pedagogical methods that support diverse learners.

Benefits

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $87,480 - $93,290. Benefits include:

• A generous 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer contribution and 2% employee contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees.