Job: Assistant Professorship, UW-Madison Department of the History of Science
Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
The Department of the History of Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Job type: tenure track
Application deadline: January 24, 2017
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The Department of the
History of Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites
applications for an Assistant Professor position (tenure-track)
beginning August 2017.
We are especially
interested in applications in the following areas: (1) history of
science or technology before 1800; (2) history of the human sciences; or
(3) history of information technologies.
We are also interested in
applicants whose area of study lies outside the United States. We are
open to a variety of disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and methodological
approaches.
We are particularly
interested in candidates who can promote interdisciplinary synergies
between the History of Science, Medicine, & Technology (HSMT)
program and other study programs in the Department of History; the Holtz
Center for
Science & Technology Studies; and/or other programs in the
humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences. The successful
candidate is expected to conduct significant scholarly research leading
to publication in the area of specialization; teach and advise
at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and actively participate in
the broader HSMT community at UW-Madison. Appropriate departmental,
university, and public outreach service is required.
A Ph.D. in History of
Science; History; Science & Technology Studies; or closely related
discipline prior to the start of the appointment is required.
Applications must be received by January 24, 2017. All applications must be submitted online at
https://jobs.wisc.edu
Search for 88583. Electronic applications must include PDF files of
the following: letter of application, curriculum vitae, and one
article-length writing sample or chapter. If the writing sample
forms part of a larger book manuscript or dissertation, please include
an abstract and table of contents or a statement of how the writing
sample fits in with the larger project. You will be asked to provide
contact information for three references; they
will each receive an electronic link through which they can upload a
signed letter of reference. The letter of application should include a
statement of interest that discusses current and future research as well
as anticipated course offerings at the undergraduate
and graduate levels. Candidates should comment specifically on their
capacity to teach current HSMT undergraduate courses as well as new
courses that would complement existing offerings. Preliminary interviews
will be conducted by phone or Skype.
Questions about the position may be directed to either of the search committee co-chairs, Professor Florence Hsia (fchsia@wisc.edu ) or Professor Sue Lederer (selederer@wisc.edu
).
UW-Madison is committed to
creating a diverse and inclusive community. Women, minorities, veterans,
and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Unless
confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding
applicants
must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed
confidentiality. State law requires a criminal background check prior to
employment. The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer.