The University of South Alabama History Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor, with specializations in France since 1715 and modern Europe, to begin August 15, 2012. The successful candidate will be responsible for courses in the history of France and modern Europe, including courses at the MA level, as well as Western Civilization survey courses. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. The PhD is expected by the time of appointment. To receive full consideration, all required application materials must be received by November 18, 2011. Send a letter of application, a c.v., a chapter or article-length writing sample, three letters of recommendation sent directly from the referee or placement office, and official graduate and undergraduate transcripts sent directly from the candidate's universities to Prof. Daniel Rogers, Chair, French History Search Committee, University of South Alabama, Dept. of History, 5991 USA Dr. N, Rm. 344, Mobile, AL 36688. Web address: http://www.southalabama.edu/history.

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