Tenure-Track Historian of Early/Modern China

UMass Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 84,417; Full time

Job summary

UMass Boston seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in early modern or modern Chinese history, beginning September 1, 2027. A Ph.D. in History or closely related field is required by August 31, 2027.

The department values active research, teaching excellence, and collaboration across disciplines. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate surveys in Chinese and East Asian history, offering upper-level courses, and contributing to the MA program (online and in-person tracks).

Qualifications

• PhD in History or closely related field by August 31, 2027.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching.
• Active research agenda in history.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate surveys in Chinese and East Asian history; 2-2 load.
• Offer upper-level courses in areas of specialization.
• Contribute to the MA program with online and in-person tracks.

Education

PhD in History or closely related field

Job description

UMass Boston seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in early modern or modern Chinese history, beginning September 1, 2027. A Ph.D. in History or closely related field is required by August 31, 2027.

The department values active research, teaching excellence, and collaboration across disciplines. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate surveys in Chinese and East Asian history, offering upper-level courses, and contributing to the MA program (online and in-person tracks).