Assistant Professor, History of Nationalism/Separtism
The Department of History at the University of South Carolina wishes to hire a historian with demonstrated research and teaching interests in the history of nationalism and separatism for a tenure track assistant professorship. The search is open to any geographic and chronological specialization within modern history since c. 1750. Applications from those taking a comparative, international approach to the study of nationalism and separatism are especially welcome. Those with specialized research interests focusing on a particular country or region should be able to place their subject within a broad international context.

This search is part of the University's Faculty Excellence Initiative program and will also involve related searches in Anthropology and Law. The goals are to foster an interdisciplinary group on nationalism and separatism among new and existing scholars at the University of South Carolina, generate programs for the broader community of scholars, and create an international venue for the examination of a subject of timely and compelling significance.

Along with a CV, candidates should submit a letter of application that specifies their qualifications for the position and discusses current and future research as well as teaching interests. Candidates should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent separately. For full consideration, applications should be received by November 3, 2008. All materials should be sent to:

W. Dean Kinzley
Chair, Nationalism and Separatism Search Committee
Department of History, 245 Gambrell Hall
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC 29208

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.