Assistant Professor – South or Southeast Asian History – Texas Tech University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor – South or Southeast Asian History – Texas Tech University

• Institution: Texas Tech University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of History, College of Arts & Sciences

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: 46074BR

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: Modern South or Southeast Asian History

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications, institutional pay plan, and departmental budget; exact salary not specified

• Location: Texas Tech University Main Campus, Lubbock, Texas, United States

• Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

• Expected Start Date: September 1, 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of History at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Modern South or Southeast Asian History.

The area of specialization is open, with priority given to candidates working on the post-1800 period. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, scholarly research, graduate mentorship, and departmental service.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach World History survey courses.

• Teach advanced undergraduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.

• Teach graduate-level courses in South or Southeast Asian History.

• Mentor graduate students.

• Develop and maintain a strong record of peer-reviewed research.

• Pursue research funding where appropriate.

• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.

• Participate actively in the teaching and research mission of the Department of History.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. in South Asian History, Southeast Asian History, or a closely related field.

• Doctoral degree must be completed by September 1, 2027.

• Established record of peer-reviewed research in South or Southeast Asian History.

• Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of student populations.

• Preferred Area: Candidates whose research focuses on the post-1800 period will receive priority consideration.

Research Environment

The Department of History supports a substantial undergraduate and graduate community and includes more than 30 faculty members.

Texas Tech University is also home to the Vietnam Center and Sam Johnson Vietnam Archive, a major collection focused on the American War in Vietnam and broader postcolonial conflicts in Southeast Asia, providing significant research opportunities for scholars working in related areas.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Writing Sample

4. Three Letters of Recommendation

Letters of recommendation should be emailed with the subject line:

“Recommendation for (Candidate Name) for the South/Southeast Asia Search”

to: history.hiring@ttu.edu

Application Process

• Application Link: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5637&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=922892

• Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

• Search Committee Chair: Prof. Paul Bjerk – paul.bjerk@ttu.edu

• Application Assistance: hrs.recruiting@ttu.edu | 806-742-3851

• Travel Required: None

• Grant Funded: No

Official Website: https://www.ttu.edu/