Assistant Professor of Medieval European History

Washington and Lee University • Lexington, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The History Department of Washington and Lee University (W&L) invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Medieval European History (ca. 500 to 1500), to begin in July 2027. Special consideration will be given to candidates whose scholarship and teaching engages with legal history, and who specialize in geographical areas other than Britain and France. Successful applicants will be expected to teach introductory surveys in medieval European history and the Renaissance as well as intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses related to their areas of specialization. Candidates will contribute to the university’s interdisciplinary Medieval and Renaissance Studies program and the Law, Justice, and Society program. To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we strive to foster a welcoming campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons. Our department is committed to preparing our students for engaged citizenship by creating a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue. We welcome applications from candidates that would contribute to the University’s mission and strategic plan.

Requirements

• PhD at the time of appointment is required.
• Scholarship and teaching engages with legal history.
• Specialization in geographical areas other than Britain and France.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory surveys in medieval European history and the Renaissance.
• Teach intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses related to their areas of specialization.
• Contribute to the university’s interdisciplinary Medieval and Renaissance Studies program.
• Contribute to the Law, Justice, and Society program.

Benefits

• Generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families.
• Substantial support for faculty development through research funding.
• Strong culture of mentorship.
• Pre-tenure leave program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree