The Department of History at Stanford University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in United States history with a focus on the United States’ international engagements during the 20th and 21st centuries. Candidates who utilize transnational, international, or global history perspectives and work with multiple languages and non-U.S. resources are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate should exhibit evidence of scholarly originality and distinction, as well as a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in History at the time of appointment and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2027.
Candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions and submit
- Cover letter, outlining how their qualifications and interests match the job description;
- Research statement outlining their current and future research interests & projects;
- Teaching Statement outlining their teaching experience and interests;
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications;
- One writing sample from their dissertation or a substantial research publication;
- Three letters of recommendation. For candidates who do not yet have a Ph.D., the recommendation of their principal advisor must include precise information on the present status of the dissertation and the likelihood of completion by Summer 2027.
The Department of History, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.
The salary range for this position is $115,133 - $135,388 for the academic year 2025–2026.
Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.
Further information about Stanford’s Department of History may be found at https://history.stanford.edu/. Inquiries may be directed to Vivian Beebe Sana, Faculty Affairs and External Relations Officer, vbeebe@stanford.edu.
The application process will close on October 15, 2026.