Assistant Professor in East Asian History

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Description The Department of History at Knox College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in East Asian history, with a specialization in Japan, beginning September 1, 2023. Digital Humanities experience is preferred. The position includes a six-course teaching load on a 2-per-term basis over three ten-week terms. The successful candidate will teach introductory courses in East Asian civilizations, intermediate courses in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean history, and upper-level research courses based upon the candidate’s area of expertise. Other teaching responsibilities will depend upon the candidate’s sub-specialties. This position is part of the global approach to history that is a core principle of the department. It also makes a vital contribution to our commitment to interdisciplinary cooperation, allowing the department to maintain connections with other campus programs and departments, particularly the programs in Asian Studies and International Studies. Knox College, established in 1837, is an independent, highly selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. In keeping with t...