The Department of History at Rider University seeks applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor level in the history of the Middle East and/or South Asia in any period. The position begins September 1, 2015. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in his or her specialized fields and a world history survey, as well as periodically to offer a research or methods seminar. PhD required. Evidence of scholarly potential and commitment to undergraduate teaching is essential; teaching experience preferred.
The Rider University community is composed of faculty, staff and students from a wide range of culturally diverse backgrounds. Applicants should be experienced with, and committed to work in and with, such a diverse population. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment supportive of the multicultural needs of Rider University and the surrounding community are highly desired. Rider is a private, coeducational university located near Princeton, NJ, and within easy driving distance or train ride to New York City and Philadelphia. Further information is available at www.rider.edu.
All applicants must complete an online application at www.rider.edu/hr, ‘Employment Opportunities’, ‘Create Application’, and attach letter of application (including teaching philosophy and research agenda), curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. Materials can be sent separately to Associate Director, Human Resources, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ ۰۸۶۳۸-۳۰۹۹, Position No. 312174 Review of completed applications will begin on October 1st and continue until November 15, 2014.
Rider University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, or any other non-job related criteria.