The UCLA Department of History invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in early modern western European history, 1500-1800. The department welcomes candidates considering any theme or methodological approach within these geographical and chronological parameters, and it particularly values conceptually innovative research.

All candidates must have completed their PhD in history or related field by May 30, 2025. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2025. The deadline for receiving applications and required documents is November 1, 2024. Applications will be reviewed immediately thereafter.

The department welcomes candidates whose experience in teaching or research has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online to upload their information for this position athttps://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09743. This position is subject to final administrative approval.

Documents should include a letter of application that provides statements on teaching and research; curriculum vitae; 2 sample syllabi; one writing sample of not more than 10,000 words; an authorization to release information form required by the University of California; and three letters of recommendation.

A statement addressing the applicants past and/or potential contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also required. Please visit the UCLA Equity, Diversity and Inclusion website for Sample Guidance for Candidates on the Statement of Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:https://equity.ucla.edu/faculty-search-process-original/resources-on-contributions-to-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-edi/.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment:https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/historic-academic-salary-scales/index.html
The on-scale salary range for this position is between $78,200-$101,400. Off-scale salaries and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.