Assistant Professor in European History Ref: 43179 (Fixed Term)
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Description
About The Role
The History Department at the University of Sussex is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in European History since 1500 (excluding the history of the British Isles), for a fixed term position.
You will contribute to a range of modules in Early Modern and/or Modern History. These are yet to be confirmed but are most likely to include the following undergraduate modules: The Early Modern World; The Making of the Modern World; Ideas of History, History of Emotions. It is also possible that you will make some contribution to our MA History programme. You will deliver lectures, seminars and dissertation supervision, support students, and engage in marking and assessment.
You will join an innovative and collegial History Department with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary study and to global and comparative approaches to historical enquiry. We were ranked 4th for Impact in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
About You
You will hold a PhD in some aspect of European History since 1500 (excluding the history of the British Isles). Expertise in one or more of the following fields will be a distinct advantage for this position: globalized histories of both early modern and modern Europe; histories of emotion. You will demonstrate an ability to teach You will possess substantial teaching experience in the UK HE sector.
You will have an emerging publication profile, good communication skills and a demonstrable capacity for supporting students. Experience of the supervision of undergraduate dissertations is desirable. An ability to work productively as part of a friendly, team-oriented Department is an essential skill for this role.
If you also wish to apply for the Assistant Professor in Modern European History Ref: 43178, please contact the recruitment team on recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk.
About Our Division
The History Department at the University of Sussex is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in European History since 1500 (excluding the history of the British Isles), for a fixed term position.
You will contribute to a range of modules in Early Modern and/or Modern History. These are yet to be confirmed but are most likely to include the following undergraduate modules: The Early Modern World; The Making of the Modern World; Ideas of History, History of Emotions. It is also possible that you will make some contribution to our MA History programme. You will deliver lectures, seminars and dissertation supervision, support students, and engage in marking and assessment.
You will join an innovative and collegial History Department with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary study and to global and comparative approaches to historical enquiry. We were ranked 4th for Impact in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
About You
You will hold a PhD in some aspect of European History since 1500 (excluding the history of the British Isles). Expertise in one or more of the following fields will be a distinct advantage for this position: globalized histories of both early modern and modern Europe; histories of emotion. You will demonstrate an ability to teach You will possess substantial teaching experience in the UK HE sector.
You will have an emerging publication profile, good communication skills and a demonstrable capacity for supporting students. Experience of the supervision of undergraduate dissertations is desirable. An ability to work productively as part of a friendly, team-oriented Department is an essential skill for this role.
If you also wish to apply for the Assistant Professor in Modern European History Ref: 43178, please contact the recruitment team on recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk.
About Our Division
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Why work here
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
Find Out More About Our Reward And Benefits Package.
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Further Key Information
Please contact Martin Francis (M.Francis@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Eligibility
Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role has been assigned an eligible SOC code and meets the requirements for Skilled Worker Sponsorship if full time and appointed at Grade 7.5. In order to meet the salary requirements, candidates would need to be eligib
Why work here
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
Find Out More About Our Reward And Benefits Package.
Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion.
Further Key Information
Please contact Martin Francis (M.Francis@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Eligibility
Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role has been assigned an eligible SOC code and meets the requirements for Skilled Worker Sponsorship if full time and appointed at Grade 7.5. In order to meet the salary requirements, candidates would need to be eligib
le to use tradeable points option C or E. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship.
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