• Address: Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (map)
• Date Posted: 10/16/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Institution Eastern Michigan University
Position Title Assistant Professor (History of East Asia)
Job Location Ypsilanti, MI
Description General Summary: The Department of History and Philosophy at Eastern Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship beginning Fall 2010 in the history of East Asia. Field of specialization is open. The successful candidate will teach an introductory course in world history, upper division courses in the history of China and Japan, and graduate courses in his/her field of specialization.


Applicants who have completed the PhD by August 31, 2010 are strongly preferred. All applications must be made online at www.emujobs.com - Posting #FA1029E. Applications must include letter of application, curriculum vitae, sample syllabi, graduate transcript, a sample of scholarly writing (a chapter or article), and three letters of recommendation. Any letters sent by dossier services and/or recommenders should be sent to the attention of the search chair at: 701 Pray-Harrold, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.


Review of applications will begin December 15, 2009. Eastern Michigan University is a comprehensive metropolitan university with a diverse student body, located near Ann Arbor and Detroit. EMU is strongly committed to increasing diversity within its community and encourages women and members of minority groups to apply. EOE. Inquiries may be directed to the Department of History and Philosophy at (734) 487-1018 or to Dr. John L. Knight, Search Committee Chair, at jknigh15@emich.edu.