Rhode Island, United States
Deadline: 14th Sep 2026
The Brown University Department of History is conducting a search for a historian of early modern East Asia at the early career assistant professor level (tenure track). Research in all subfields falling within the chronology of ca. 1400-1850 will be considered. The position description and application can be found at https://apply.interfolio.com/190380 and below.
History of Early Modern East Asia (c.1400 – 1850)
Brown University: DOF: History
Location: Rhode Island
Open Date: Jul 29, 2026
The Department of History at Brown University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position, at the Assistant Professor level, in the History of Early Modern East Asia (c. 1400- 1850.) While the successful candidate will have defended the Ph.D. dissertation by the time of appointment, we are seeking early-career candidates who will develop their first major monograph supported by the History Department’s robust mentorship program, including a manuscript workshop that generally takes place in the third or fourth year in the position. The History Department places a high priority on research excellence and high-quality teaching. Candidates’ materials should address how they would contribute to the research and teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community.
Application Instructions
Please send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, an article or chapter length writing sample, and the contact information (name, phone and email) of three references via . Review of applications will begin September 14, 2026. To assure full consideration applicants should submit their materials by that date.
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