The History Department at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville seeks to make a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate in Medieval History (c. 500—c. 1400). The appointment will begin fall semester 2020. Ph.D. required at the time of appointment.  Field of specialization is open. We encourage applications from scholars whose fields, thematic focuses and geographic areas complement our department’s existing expertise in European and Mediterranean history. Preference will be given to candidates with a significant record of publication and demonstrated excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will teach both graduate and undergraduate courses, including surveys in Western Civilization and/or World History, more advanced specialized courses, and undergraduate and graduate research seminars, and will participate actively in Marco, UTK’s Medieval and Renaissance Studies Institute. The Knoxville campus is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. A complete application will include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and an article-length writing sample. Materials should be emailed to https://apply.interfolio.com/68057

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2019 and continue until an appointment is made.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and parental status.