Associate/Full Professor- History

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Crawford Professor of East Asian History at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time tenured Associate or Full Professor specializing in Modern China. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027, with a strong emphasis on teaching Modern Chinese history and active research across East Asia.

Applicants should hold a PhD in History or related field, demonstrate scholarly achievement for tenure, and show experience mentoring diverse student populations

Qualifications

• PhD in History or closely related field required.
• Established scholarly record appropriate for tenure at Associate/Full Professor.
• Engagement with Chinese-language primary sources and scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach Modern Chinese history at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Develop courses that complement research and teaching interests.
• Maintain an active research agenda and contribute to service.
• Collaborate across CEAPS, EALC, and related units.

Skills

PhD in History

East Asian history

Chinese sources

Research agenda

Education

PhD in History or related field

Job description

Associate/Full Professor, History of Modern China

Department of History

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The Department of History at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications and nominations for the Crawford Professor of East Asian History, a full-time tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, specializing in the history of Modern China. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. We welcome applications from historians whose research focuses on any aspect of Modern China from the nineteenth century to the present. Scholars working on all thematic areas are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must hold a PhD in History or a closely related field and have an established record of scholarly achievement appropriate for appointment with tenure at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Applicants who currently hold the rank of Assistant Professor, or equivalent position, whose scholarly record supports appointment with tenure at the Associate Professor level are encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate substantial engagement with Chinese-language primary sources and scholarship, a record of original research appropriate to the rank sought, and an active research agenda with clear plans for future scholarship. Candidates should have experience teaching Chinese and East Asian history to students from a wide range of backgrounds. They should be prepared to discuss their approaches to teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction in Modern Chinese history and broader East Asian history and will have opportunities to develop courses that complement their research and teaching interests. Candidates should demonstrate a record of service appropriate to their career stage and describe how they would contribute to strengthening Chinese and East Asian studies within the department, across the university, and in the profession.

The successful candidate will join an active interdisciplinary community of historians and scholars of East Asia in the Department of History, the Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies (CEAPS), the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures (EALC), and other units across campus. We seek a colleague who will strengthen this community through research, teaching, mentoring, service, and intellectual collaboration.

The successful candidate will contribute to the mission of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois, where curiosity drives impact. As the heart of a leading land-grant research university, LAS brings together diverse disciplines to explore fundamental questions and address complex challenges. We prepare students for a lifetime of inquiry, leadership, and service through innovative research, transformative teaching, and thoughtful mentoring. We strongly encourage applications from those who have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to be effective teachers for our student population with its wide range of backgrounds and experiences, in alignment with the mission of our university. To learn more about the mission, vision, and values of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, visit: https://las.illinois.edu.

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Benefits

Dual Career Program

Explore Champaign-Urbana

Work-life balance and family-friendly programs

Appointment Information

The budgeted salary range is $110,000-125,000 for an appointment at the Associate Professor level and $120,000-160,000 for an appointment at the Full Professor level, based on a 9-month service basis paid over twelve months. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also taking internal equity into consideration. The Crawford Professorship also includes a generous annual research support. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

To apply, create your candidate profile in the University of Illinois Job Board (https://jobs.illinois.edu) and upload the following application materials:

1. Cover letter describing the applicant's qualifications and interests in the position
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact information for three professional references
4. Research statement describing current and future research
5. Statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness
6. Statement of service experience
7. Published article or book chapter of approximately 20-30 pages in length

We ask that all of these documents be uploaded in the above order as a single .pdf file to the "Resume/CV" section of the online application. The search committee will request letters of recommendation and additional publications and other supporting materials only from candidates advancing in the search process. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. For priority consideration, submit all requested application materials by 6:00 pm Central Time October 16, 2026.

Questions about the position may be directed to [e-mail]. For questions regarding the application portal, please contact 217-333-2137 or [e-mail].

Founded in 1867 as Illinois's flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university's legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career - along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

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The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view the non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].