Assistant Professor – History of South Asia, CUNY

About Position/Job

The Weissman School of Arts and Sciences at Baruch College (City University of New York) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the History of South Asia, starting in Fall 2026. Situated in Manhattan’s historic Gramercy Park/Flatiron district, Baruch College is home to a diverse and vibrant student community, many of whom are first-generation college students. The successful candidate will join a dynamic History Department committed to expanding global perspectives beyond the United States and Europe. The role offers an opportunity to pursue active research, shape new courses in South Asian history, and contribute to the department’s interdisciplinary teaching. Priority will be given to scholars specialising in the premodern to early modern periods of South Asia, with a strong research and teaching portfolio.

Position/Job Details

Position: Assistant Professor
Institution: City University of New York – Baruch College
Department: Weissman School of Arts and Sciences, Department of History
Research field: History of South Asia
Location: New York, United States
Number of posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Tenure-track
Start Date (Anticipated): August 2026
Working Hours: Full-time (18 credits per year, 3 courses per semester)
Salary Range: $84,011 – $95,879 (commensurate with experience; salary increases effective September 2025 and 2026)
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

South Asian History (premodern to early modern periods)
Global History surveys
Interdisciplinary approaches to history
Archival and language-based research in South Asia

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in History or a closely related field (by August 2026)
Working knowledge of at least one South Asian language besides English

Preferred Qualifications:

Evidence of an active research agenda
Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in diverse classroom settings

Key Responsibilities

Maintain an active research profile with growing recognition in the field
Teach undergraduate courses (3 per semester) including surveys and specialised courses in South Asian history
Develop new courses aligned with research expertise
Engage in service to the Department, School, College, University, and the broader academic community

Application Process

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted through the CUNYFirst portal. Search for Job Opening ID #30819 or use the direct application link provided below. Email or hard copy submissions will not be considered.

Required Documents:

Cover letter detailing research and teaching interests
Current CV
Writing sample
(Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit three recommendation letters and transcripts within two weeks of notification.)