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Assistant professor in 20th Century U.S. History (Temporary cover)

Assistant Professor

Location

Cambridge, UK

University of Cambridge

Type

Fixed-term (12 months)

Teaching Load

Undergraduate/Postgraduate courses, MPhil American History, PhD supervision/examining

Required Qualifications

Doctorate in relevant field
Outstanding teaching and research abilities
Exceptional research and publications record
Commitment to teaching and supervision
Developing bibliography in 20th Century U.S. History

Research Areas

20th Century U.S. History
Social History
Cultural History
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Assistant professor in 20th Century U.S. History (Temporary cover)

Assistant professor in 20th Century U.S. History (Temporary cover)

The Faculty of History wishes to recruit a Temporary Assistant Professor in Twentieth-Century U.S. History, specialising in social or cultural history. This is a fixed term 12 month Temporary Assistant Professor covering academic leave.The successful candidate must normally hold, by the start of the appointment, a doctorate in a relevant field and have outstanding abilities in teaching and research. They will have an exceptional record of research and publications for their career stage and be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to teaching and supervision. They will have a developing bibliography of research publications relating to the 20th Century U.S. History.

Candidates will have a willingness to undertake management and administrative duties and experience of organising and participating in collaborative teaching and research. They will be expected to make a significant contribution to teaching supervising and examining for across a range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses within the Faculty The postholder will contribute to the MPhil in American History. They will be expected to supervise MPhil dissertations and examine at MPhil level. The postholder will assess and register PhD students and may also be called upon to serve as internal examiner of PhDs.

The appointee will be expected to participate in the Faculty's renowned American History Seminar https://www.hist.cam.ac.uk/theme/american-history

The postholder will contribute to the administration of the undergraduate and postgraduate courses and they may also be expected to take on one of the smaller administrative roles in the Faculty.

Prospective candidates should consult the Faculty's website, in particular exploring: https://www.hist.cam.ac.uk/course/history-ba-tripos https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term until 30 September 2026 or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Professor Mary Laven, Chair of the Faculty of History email: chair@hist.cam.ac.uk If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact hr@hist.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference JJ45995 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for this Assistant Professor position?

The successful candidate must hold a doctorate in a relevant field by appointment start, with outstanding abilities in teaching and research. An exceptional record of research and publications for career stage, firm commitment to teaching and supervision, and developing bibliography in 20th Century U.S. History (social or cultural focus) are essential. See how to write a winning academic CV for tips.

📚What teaching responsibilities does this role involve?

Contribute to Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses in the Faculty, including the MPhil in American History. Expected to supervise MPhil dissertations, examine at MPhil level, assess/register PhD students, and serve as internal PhD examiner. Explore Faculty courses at History BA Tripos.

⏳Is this a full-time permanent position or temporary?

This is a fixed-term 12-month Temporary Assistant Professor covering academic leave, ending 30 September 2026 or earlier upon postholder's return. Not permanent. Suitable for early-career academics seeking postdoctoral success.

⚙️What administrative and research duties are expected?

Willingness for management and administrative duties, including undergraduate/postgraduate course administration and smaller Faculty roles. Participate in the American History Seminar (link). Demonstrate experience in collaborative teaching and research.

📝How to apply for this University of Cambridge History position?

Click 'Apply' to register with recruitment system and submit online, quoting reference JJ45995. Informal enquiries to Professor Mary Laven (chair@hist.cam.ac.uk). Application queries to hr@hist.cam.ac.uk. Review research role tips (adapt for UK). University supports equality, diversity, inclusion and requires UK work eligibility.
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