New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
Covington, Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
Covington, Louisiana
Posted: 05-Sep-24
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
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Position Description
The Department of History and the Environmental Studies Program at Tulane University invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental History. The position is open in terms of geographic scope, time period, and topic. Teaching experience is preferred. The appointment will begin July 1, 2025.
The successful candidate will have a tenure home in the History Department and a joint appointment in the Environmental Studies (EVST) Program, with teaching and service divided equally between the two units. EVST is an interdisciplinary program based in Tulane’s School of Liberal Arts with strengths in the social sciences and environmental humanities. We are in the process of building a vibrant and unique program that will bring together Environmental and Urban Studies, comprised of scholars who understand the relationships between cities and place, the environment, and climate change. We are also expanding cross-school collaborations with Tulane’s School of Science and Engineering, School of Architecture, and School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. The teaching load is 2/2, with teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Qualifications
Candidates must complete all requirements for the PhD by 1 June 2025.
Application Instructions
Applicants’ dossiers should include a letter of application, C.V., and an article-length writing sample. Applicants should submit the names of three references via Interfolio. All applicants must submit their dossiers via Interfolio at this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/150037.
Inquiries can be made to Brian DeMare at bdemare@tulane.edu. Review of applications will begin November 1; applications should be received by that date in order to receive full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s Strategy for Tomorrow.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity by phone at 504-865-4748 or email hr@tulane.edu.