Assistant Professor – History of Science and Technology in Asia

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Savings programs

Job summary

The City College of New York invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the History of Science and Technology in Asia. The department seeks candidates whose work situates science and technology within broader social, cultural, political, economic, environmental, or transnational contexts, with teaching across history of science and technology and Asian history.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and MA courses, contribute to general education, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History or a related field.
• Ability to teach successfully and demonstrated scholarly achievement.
• Ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
• Evidence of excellent scholarly potential; languages appropriate to the candidate’s field; commitment to teaching, research, and program service.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the history of science and technology, Asian history, undergraduate and M.A. electives in the candidate’s areas of expertise, and classes that contribute to the college’s general education curriculum.

Education

Ph.D. in History or a related field

Job description

Position Details

The Department of History at The City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the History of Science and Technology in Asia. Geographic and chronological specialization within Asia is open. We welcome scholars whose research situates science and technology within broader social, cultural, political, economic, environmental, or transnational contexts, including candidates whose work examines connections between Asia and other regions of the world. Teaching responsibilities include courses in the history of science and technology, Asian history, undergraduate and M.A. electives in the candidate’s areas of expertise, and classes that contribute to the college’s general education curriculum.

Faculty Vacancy Announcement

Position Details

The Department of History at The City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the History of Science and Technology in Asia. Geographic and chronological specialization within Asia is open. We welcome scholars whose research situates science and technology within broader social, cultural, political, economic, environmental, or transnational contexts, including candidates whose work examines connections between Asia and other regions of the world. Teaching responsibilities include courses in the history of science and technology, Asian history, undergraduate and M.A. electives in the candidate’s areas of expertise, and classes that contribute to the college’s general education curriculum.

About The City College Of New York

For over 175 years, The City College of New York has provided access to high-quality education for New Yorkers in a wide variety of disciplines. Over 17,000 students pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the School of Architecture, the School of Education, the Grove School of Engineering, the Center for Worker Education, the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership, and the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education. The City College of New York has produced ten Nobel laureates.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in History or a related field.

Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarly achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of excellent scholarly potential;
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research using the languages appropriate to the candidate’s field;
• Commitment to teaching, research, and program service.

Compensation

Salary Range: $79,630 - $94,017

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

CLOSING DATE

November 25, 2026

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CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32849

Location: City College of New York

Job Type: Full-Time