Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Associate or Full Professor in African American History Department History Salary Details A minimum of $100,000 for academic year appointments Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Posting Summary The Department of History at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, in New Brunswick invites applications for a full-time senior scholar in African American history. We seek applications from candidates specializing in any thematic area within the field of African American history. We are particularly interested in applicants whose work focuses on the long nineteenth and early twentieth century, and whose scholarship contributes to one or more of our program's strengths, including gender and sexuality, urban history, and the global Black freedom struggle. We also encourage applications from scholars whose research and teaching interests intersect with the university's initiatives in public history, law, and the environment. Candidates should have a distinguished record of publication, teaching, and service, and should be suitable for appointment with tenure at the rank of Full Professor or Distinguished Professor, though truly exceptional candidates at the rank of Associate Professor will be considered. Ph.D in History or related field is required. Located in New Jersey, Rutgers' student body reflects the broad spectrum of backgrounds in the state. We are interested in hiring faculty who can contribute to our many communities through their research, teaching and/or service. The history department at Rutgers offers a top ranked graduate program, with #1 rankings in both African American and Women's History. The successful candidate will have a 2-2 course load, teach a range of African American history courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and will play a central role in our stellar graduate program. Rutgers also offers exciting centers and departments in Global Racial Justice, Africana Studies, Latino and Caribbean Studies, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, which provide endless opportunities for collaboration. Applicants should upload the following materials: a cover letter, addressed to Professor Leslie Alexander, Search Committee Chair; a CV; the names and e-mail addresses of three referees; and an article-length writing sample directly relevant to the candidate's expertise in African American history. The cover letter should include discussion of the candidate's research, teaching, and service, and should explain the candidate's training in and commitments to African American history. The deadline for submission is Tuesday, May 4, 2027. Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA0818 Posting Open Date 09/04/2026 Posting Close Date 05/04/2027 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience The successful applicant must have the doctorate in History at the time of application. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/258865 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Writing Sample 1 Curriculum Vitae List of Professional References (contact Info) Optional Documents