The W. E. B. Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in 20^th Century African American History, with a focus on Black Women. A subfield examining Black Feminisms or Gender and Sexuality would also be of interest.

This hire would align with existing faculty strengths in history/politics in the department and enhance existing strengths in 20^th century African American History. The position would support growing interest in Black Women’s History, Black Feminisms, Gender and Sexuality Studies, and Black Queer Studies. We are seeking a colleague who can aid the development of new courses (and strengthen existing courses) while directly supporting our undergraduate and graduate students. We are particularly interested in applicants with research and teaching focusing on Black Women in U.S. History, the Civil Rights Movement, and other areas of broad interest.

The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of a promising research agenda and readiness to teach independent graduate courses by the second year of appointment as well as contribute to a collaborative Africana/Black Studies department. Additionally, the candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to Africana/Black Studies as an intellectual field with its own unique disciplinary characteristics.

A Ph.D. from a department of Afro-American/African American/Africology/African Diaspora/Black/Africana/Pan-African Studies, History, American Studies, Women’s Studies or other relevant fields, is required by the date of appointment. The successful candidate will demonstrate scholarly promise as well as evidence of effective undergraduate teaching.

More information on the Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies can be found here: http://www.umass.edu/afroam/.

To apply, applicants must submit 1) letter of application; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) one-page research statement; 4) teaching statement/portfolio; 5) a statement from the candidate indicating how their work aligns with the University's “For a Common Good” Strategic Plan. This statement should outline your advising values and demonstrate how they align with the University of Massachusetts Amherst “For the Common Good” Strategic Plan. To learn more about the Strategic Plan, please visit: https://www.umass.edu/strategicplan/; 6) writing sample, up to twenty-five pages; and 7) list of three current references with full contact information, including valid email addresses that will be willing to provide a letter of reference upon request.

The application priority deadline is December 1, 2025, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.