Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Position in School of History

School Introduction

The School of History of Nanjing University originated from the National History Department of Sanjiang Normal School established in 1902. In 1952, when the schools and departments were adjusted, the former School of History of Central University, the Department of Frontier Politics and the History Department of Jinling University were merged to form the History Department of Nanjing University. In December 2014, the History Department was abolished and the School of History of Nanjing University was established, which consists of three departments: the Department of Chinese History, the Department of World History and the Department of Archaeology and Cultural Relics, as well as academic institutions such as the Research Center for the History of the Republic of China, the Institute of New Chinese History, the Institute of International Relations and the Institute of Chinese Border Policy.

The School of History currently has three first-level disciplines: Chinese History, World History, and Archaeology, which have been ranked among the best in all previous discipline assessments. The school has a high-level teaching team with a total size of about 80 people. The School of History has a long history of running schools, strong faculty, a complete system for cultivating undergraduate, master and doctoral talents, excellent teaching and research conditions, attaches great importance to the construction of the teaching staff, and fully supports the development of young talents.

Recruitment Position Setting

The School of History of Nanjing University plans to recruit Assistant Professor. Recruitment research directions include:

1. Chinese History
2. World History
3. Archaeology

Application Requirements

1. Commitment to academic teaching and research, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
2. High standards of professional conduct, including adherence to teaching and research ethics; no history of criminal convictions or academic misconduct.
3. Strong academic background: Ph.D. in a closely related field. Candidates should have experience studying and working in leading research institutions, with a demonstrated record of academic excellence.
   1. For tenure-track Assistant Professor roles, ideally, at least two years of postdoctoral research experience.
   2. For tenure-track Associate Professor roles, ideally, at least four years of postdoctoral research experience.
4. Proven teaching ability, including the capacity to deliver core and advanced courses effectively. Candidates should be familiar with modern teaching methodologies and possess strong verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated research excellence and potential for continued academic development: a solid record of innovative research with international visibility and a clear and ambitious research agenda.

Application Materials

1. Three letters of recommendation (generally from doctoral supervisors, academic leaders of current work units, and well-known scholars in the field);
2. Detailed resume (in Chinese and English);
3. Three representative works (generally papers or monographs that have been officially published or published online before the recruitment announcement deadline and have DOI numbers, and the full text must be uploaded);
4. Other relevant attachments proving academic achievements.

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Salary and related packages

1. Public institution establishment (except for foreign personnel);
2. Implement an annual salary system (details to be agreed upon separately);
3. Scientific research start-up funds;
4. Graduate student recruitment;
5. The school provides short-term turnover housing and housing subsidies, and the candidates can purchase commercial housing provided by the school at a preferential price;
6. Assist children to attend primary and secondary schools.

Application Deadline

June 19, 2025

If the number of applicants for a single position is small, the deadline will be extended appropriately.

Please click the above ‘Apply’ button to submit the application materials required.

Policy Consulting

Contact number: Mr. Wang 025-89687150

Email: wangmin@nju.edu.cn 

School website: https://history.nju.edu.cn