Summary

About 30 miles from Pittsburgh, Washington & Jefferson is a small liberal arts college experiencing an exciting period of enrollment growth and faculty hiring. The Department of History invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in European history before 1750, beginning in August 2026. We are open to all subfields, but we will give preference to candidates with research and/or teaching interests that intersect with the histories of art, architecture, or visual culture. The successful candidate must have their Ph.D. in history by August 2026 and demonstrate strong potential as a teacher and a scholar.

Washington & Jefferson College encourages faculty to participate in interdisciplinary programs. Currently, the history department offers courses that support the college's Religious Studies, Gender and Women's Studies, Social Justice Studies, Latin American Studies, Asian Studies, and African American Studies programs. We encourage candidates who can expand our interdisciplinary contributions and would especially welcome someone who can offer an interdisciplinary course that could support the Art History minor.

As a small department, history faculty at W&J also have opportunities to teach outside their geographic specialization. Teaching outside their geographic area of specialization isn't required, but we encourage applicants who can also teach courses in a world region outside of Europe and North America.

The history department offers a collegial faculty who collaborate and support each other. We also appreciate the time and energy that comes with transitioning to a tenure-track faculty role on a new campus. Over time, the successful candidate will actively engage in academic advising and other forms of service, but we protect a new faculty member's time by requiring no advising duties or committee work during their first year. Further, the successful candidate will join a department that supports and celebrates faculty research. In addition to college-level support for research and conference travel, the history department has its own endowment that supports continued engagement in the field.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to https://washjeff.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Review of applications will begin February 2, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. In their cover letter, we encourage candidates to briefly address the specialized courses they could offer that fit the department's emphases discussed above. We will ask candidates who progress to the interview stage for additional materials, including a writing sample and letters of recommendation. Any questions about uploading documents may be directed to hr@washjeff.edu. Questions regarding the position should be addressed to Dr. Ian Lanzillotti at ilanzillotti@washjeff.edu.

Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

Celebrating Community

Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.