Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Assistant Professor, European History

Department of History

College of Liberal Arts

CLA-N-2317

Tenure-track beginning August 2010, entry level position with scholarship interests in 19th and/or 20th century Central and/or Eastern Europe. Ph.D. required, however, ABD's expecting to complete defense by June 30, 2010 will be considered but placed in the rank of Instructor until the doctorate is awarded. Candidates also expected to teach Germany 1871-Present and survey courses in European history and civilization since the 17th century.  Applicants must possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and show potential for a productive scholarly program.  The teaching load is 3/3 during the first three years and based on research record thereafter.  This position is contingent on funds being available at the time of hire. 

Towson University

Founded in 1866, today Towson University is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.  Towson is nationally recognized for its programs in the liberal arts and sciences, business, education, communications, health sciences, and the fine and performing arts.  The University places a strong emphasis on service learning and civic engagement through such activities as internships, practica, clinical placements, course assignments and student events.  As the Baltimore area’s largest university and Maryland’s Metropolitan University, Towson articulates its research and scholarship mission through partnerships that link the University to the economic, educational and cultural life of the state of Maryland and the mid-Atlantic region. Towson enrolls approximately 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 63 undergraduate majors, 39 master’s programs and four doctoral programs. Located on a rolling 328 acres, the striking campus is eight miles north of downtown Baltimore and 45 miles from Washington, D.C.  The campus and its surrounding cities provide an excellent environment for teaching and supporting the academic pursuits of the 780 full-time faculty who work here.

Application Process

Candidates should send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three professional letters of recommendation, a writing sample (published article or dissertation chapter), and official graduate transcripts by October 15, 2009 to:

Chairperson, Central/Eastern European History Search
Department of History
Towson University
8000 York Road
Towson, MD 21252-0001

Upon submitting your Curriculum Vitae to indicate your interest in this position, please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp to complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form.  The information you provide will inform the university's affirmative action plan and is for statistical purposes only and shall not be used to illegally discriminate for or against anyone. 

Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.