Primary Responsibilities
St. Lawrence University seeks a qualified candidate for a oneyear (potentially renewable for additional years) Visiting Assistant Professor position in Asian History. Chronological and thematic research expertise is open. Experience teaching introductory undergraduate courses is preferred; ability to offer courses incorporating East Asian religious history is a plus. Teaching responsibilities include three courses per semester including broad introductory Asian history surveys as well as upperlevel courses related to teaching/research interests. The history department values diverse interdisciplinary and transnational connections in our teaching and research and strongly encourages applications from candidates who can develop courses supporting Religious Studies Asian Studies or other departments/programs. St. Lawrence University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Members of populations traditionally underrepresented in US institutions of higher education are especially encouraged to apply. More information about SLUs diversity equity and inclusion commitments can be found here: Qualifications
Historian of East Asia with Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment preferred but ABDs may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidates would bring innovative and creative approaches to course design and teaching.