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The Department of History in the School of Humanities at Rice University in Houston, Texas, seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Latin American and Caribbean history, perform research, and publish the research in Houston, Texas. A PhD in History, Latin American or Caribbean History, or related field is required.

Applicants should be prepared to teach regularly-offered undergraduate and graduate courses in Latin American and Caribbean history. The normal course load in the School of Humanities is 2:2.

Applicants should use the application portal https://apply.interfolio.com/170054 to provide (1) cover letter, (2) vita, (3) research statement (3 pages max), and any applicable documents such as: teaching statement including evidence of teaching effectiveness and courses you could teach at both the graduate and undergraduate level (2 pages max); a description of how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Rice through your teaching, research, and/or service (2 page max); a writing sample of approximately 25 double-spaced pages; and three letters of recommendation. General information about the Department of History can be found at https://history.rice.edu.

Rice University is a private, comprehensive research university located in the heart of Houston’s dynamic museum district and adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. Rice University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees across eight schools and has a student body of over 4,000 undergraduates and a nearly equal number of graduate students. The fourth largest and most diverse city in the United States, Houston provides an opportunity for scholars to collaborate with area universities, museums, and civic organizations, and to engage with the broader metropolitan community.

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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