The Department of African American and Africana Studies AAAS in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences BSOS at the University of Maryland College Park is recruiting a tenure track Assistant Professor The department is seeking to strengthen its capacity in political economy racial wealth gap and economic history Candidates with interest in comparativeglobaldiaspora scholarship are particularly welcome The candidate should be prepared to teach the departments introductory courses along with methods and higher level electives maintain a robust research agenda seek external funding and engage in service The successful candidate should be willing to engage in cross departmental initiatives to advance the mission of the CollegeFor best consideration please submit your application no later than September 15 2024Applications must include Cover letter Curriculum vitae Research statement that outlines current and future research agenda Teaching statement Two writing samples publications andor unpublished manuscripts and List of three references names titles contact information The committee will contact applicants before soliciting letters of recommendation No additional materials should be submittedIf you have questions please contact Natalie Rivera search coordinator nrivera2umdedu or 301 405 1158