H Net is hiring: Middlebury College - Assistant Professor of Latin American Hist

Middlebury College - Assistant Professor of Latin American History, Middlebury College

Assistant Professor of Latin American History — The History Department invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in Latin American History, beginning in fall 2026. Research can focus on political, social, or economic history broadly defined. The successful candidate will be expected to teach about both Spanish Latin America and Portuguese Latin America, including survey courses in both colonial and modern periods, seminar courses in areas of expertise, and a history methods course. The candidate will also supervise independent senior thesis projects. Candidates are expected to have a PhD in hand by August 31, 2026, and to demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching and scholarly potential.

As part of a full teaching load, the candidate will occasionally contribute to Middlebury's First Year Seminar Program and Winter Term course offerings. All faculty at Middlebury are expected to contribute to service to the College, including committee work and serving as Director or Chair of a Program or Department when asked.

Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an open and supportive learning, teaching, and working environment. 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.

Application details: Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect faculty job applications electronically. Please submit: a letter of application addressed to the Chair of the History Department; a curriculum vitae; undergraduate and graduate transcripts; a statement of teaching and research plans; and three letters of recommendation (at least two addressing teaching ability/promise). The application deadline is October 10, 2025. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, salaried position with a hiring range of $88,963 – $100,129 per year.

Offers of employment are contingent on the completion of a background check. More information is available at the College's background check policy.