Assistant Professor of Medieval History

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Medieval History for Fall 2027. The candidate will teach medieval Europe (excluding Spain) and contribute to premodern global interconnections, including Silk Road networks in Eurasia, 500–1500 CE, with emphasis on cross-cultural contacts.

Demonstrated ability to teach in the core curriculum and to mentor both undergraduate and graduate students, along with an active research program, is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in history or related field by time of appointment or within a year.
• Experience teaching medieval European history, Western civilization, Silk Road, or related topics.
• Record of scholarly research and potential for external funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in medieval history.
• Develop research and contribute to departmental and university service.
• Advise students and participate in core curriculum activities.

Skills

Medieval European history

Global premodern interconnections

Diasporic medieval populations

Silk Road

Undergraduate and graduate teaching

Education

Ph.D. in History or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor of Medieval History

College/School/Unit: College of Liberal Arts
Department: Department of History
Posted: Sep 24, 2026
Apply By: Nov 13, 2026

Description

The Department of History at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2027. We seek a scholar to teach medieval Europe, excluding Spain, with additional expertise in premodern global interconnections, especially the contacts between cultures and societies along the overland or maritime Silk Road(s) that encompass Eurasia, 500-1500 CE, including China. We also encourage applications from specialists in diasporic medieval populations, including global Jewish communities beyond the Mediterranean. The successful candidate must be willing and able to teach in the core curriculum (particularly in the "Western Civilization" core area). Duties will include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service to the department, college, and university.

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed all the requirements for the Ph.D. by time of appointment, or they must expect to obtain the Ph.D. within a year of joining the faculty as Instructor. Some teaching experience in European medieval history, Western civilization, Silk Road, Asia, and/or diasporic medieval populations is required.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position funding is subject to budget availability.

Applications must be received no later than November 13,2026.

Denise A. Spellberg, Search Committee Chair
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equalopportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with allapplicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination andaffirmative action. The University is committed to a policy ofequal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on thebasis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs andactivities, and admissions.