The History Department at the University of California, Los Angeles seeks applicants for a two-year Postdoctoral Scholar. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in History. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must have received their Ph.D. between September 1, 2020 and June 10, 2024. Applicants in any area of either early modern or modern European History are encouraged to apply.
The Weber Postdoctoral Scholar position is made possible by a bequest from Jacqueline and Eugen Weber to the Department of History, to support the work of a recent Ph.D. The History Department seeks a historian of exceptional promise who will contribute to the excellence of our department’s teaching and research program. The successful applicant will contribute intellectually to the department as well as to its mission by teaching two undergraduate courses during each academic year on a topic close to their area of research.
The courses will include History 187 (Variable Topic Research Seminar) and another course on European history to be determined by the department. The incumbent will also work with a faculty mentor on research and professional development. We are especially eager to interview candidates with a demonstrable commitment to the success and mentorship of students from underrepresented and underserved populations and with an enthusiasm for building ties across fields within the department or the university.
The appointment (which includes benefits) will be for a 24-month period, with the possibility of renewal for an additional 12 months subject to available funding and satisfactory performance. Salary will follow standards for post-doctoral scholars and will reflect the applicant’s experience. A reasonable salary estimate is from $64,480 to $71,908 based on experience level. See full salary range at Table 23 https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/index.html
To apply, candidates must submit (a) a curriculum vitae, (b) cover letter, (c) statement of research
describing their interests and plans for the postdoctoral period, and (d) statement of teaching philosophy and discussion of possible seminar topics. A statement addressing the applicant’s 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/programsresources/faculty-search-process/faculty-search-committee-resources/sample-guidance/.
Applicants should also have three referees submit letters of reference. Applications will be accepted
at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09228.
Review of applications will begin April 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred start date is July 1, 2024.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California non discrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.
