Assistant Professor, Modern Japanese History (Tenure-Track)

H Net; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in the history of modern Japan. The candidate must hold a Ph.D.

in History or a related field by the start date and demonstrate scholarly promise in Asian studies. The appointment starts September 1, 2027 and includes teaching four courses per year across three academic quarters, advising graduate students, and contributing to a vibrant interdisciplinary community of Asianists in and beyond

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History or adjacent field by start date
• Specialization in the history of modern Japan

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses annually over three academic quarters
• Advise graduate students
• Contribute to a vibrant interdisciplinary community of Asianists both in and beyond the History Department

Education

Ph.D. in History or adjacent field

Job description

Northwestern University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in the history of modern Japan. The candidate must hold a Ph.D.

in History or a related field by the start date and demonstrate scholarly promise in Asian studies. The appointment starts September 1, 2027 and includes teaching four courses per year across three academic quarters, advising graduate students, and contributing to a vibrant interdisciplinary community of Asianists in and beyond