Faculty Professor of British History

Carroll Amundson Professor of British History

The Department of History at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for the Amundson Professorship of British History, to begin in Fall Term 2025. Applicants should have outstanding research records and be acknowledged leaders in British history broadly defined. This may include the British Isles, the British Empire, the Commonwealth, connections with or within the Indian Ocean, the Atlantic, Africa, Asia, continental Europe, or beyond. Appointment will be at the associate or full professor level. 

Required qualifications:

• Ph.D. in History (or closely related field)
• Research focuses on British History broadly defined, including the British Empire, the Commonwealth, and connected networks and realms
• A record of impactful international research and publication
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and graduate mentorship 

We favor candidates with a record of creative scholarly collaboration as well as outstanding individual productivity. The appointee will join a department with significant strength in global, transnational, and comparative approaches and a commitment to innovative graduate training, in a research university with a wealth of resources in international and interdisciplinary area studies and a vibrant World History Center. We ask that applicants demonstrate how their research and teaching interests will contribute to one or more of our cross-regional research clusters or help to create new ones: https://www.history.pitt.edu/research-clusters. In addition to scholarly accomplishments, the Department expects and highly values excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The applicant should be committed to taking a collaborative leadership role in advancing the research profile and national and international reputation of our department. 

Recognizing the crucial benefits that diversity contributes to our intellectual vitality, the University of Pittsburgh has embarked on significant initiatives to diversify its faculty, student body, and curriculum. We encourage applications from creative and dedicated scholars, teachers, and mentors eager to contribute to this mission. 

Review of applications will begin on September 3, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter containing a description of their research, teaching, and leadership profile; a full CV; a 1-2-page statement that discusses how their past, planned, or potential contributions or experiences relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence; and contact information (including email addresses) for at least three recommenders with the application submission. 

Applicants who advance to the next stage will be asked to submit additional materials, including a teaching dossier; recommenders will be notified at that point to submit letters of recommendation via our online application system.

Please direct administrative questions to [admin]. Other questions can be directed to search committee chair Lara Putnam, LEP12@pitt.edu

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community are required. 

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all. 

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This position may be bargaining unit eligible

Campus: Pittsburgh

Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, Teaching Statement, Teaching Evaluations, Sample Syllabi

Optional Attachments: Professional Development Statement, Research Statement