Assistant Professor, Modern Chinese History — Research & Teaching

1000scholars; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge invites applications for an Assistant Professorship in Modern Chinese History in the Department of East Asian Studies, starting 1 October 2027. The role requires a PhD in modern Chinese history and a demonstrated record of research and publications in the 20th/21st centuries.

The appointee will teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise doctoral students, and contribute to administration.

Qualifications

• PhD (or will do so by start) in modern Chinese history.
• Proven track record or clear potential for high-quality research and publications in 20th and 21st century China history.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses and supervise doctoral students.
• Commitment to teaching with Chinese language sources and fluency in Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Supervise doctoral students and provide small-scale tutorials.
• Engage in research and participate in departmental and faculty administration duties.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

Education

PhD in modern Chinese history

Job description

The University of Cambridge invites applications for an Assistant Professorship in Modern Chinese History in the Department of East Asian Studies, starting 1 October 2027. The role requires a PhD in modern Chinese history and a demonstrated record of research and publications in the 20th/21st centuries.

The appointee will teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise doctoral students, and contribute to administration.