The City College of New York (CCNY), part of the City University of New York (CUNY), is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the History of Science and Technology in Asia. Based in New York City, this faculty opportunity is open to scholars specializing in any geographic or chronological area of Asia whose research explores the intersections of science, technology, society, culture, politics, economics, the environment, or transnational history.
The position offers a competitive annual salary of US$79,630–US$94,017 alongside comprehensive faculty benefits, research support, and opportunities for academic advancement.
About the Position
The Department of History at CCNY seeks an outstanding scholar whose research contributes to the growing field of the history of science and technology in Asia. The department welcomes applicants whose work examines regional or global connections between Asia and other parts of the world, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary and historically grounded scholarship.
The successful candidate will join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in research, teaching, and public scholarship while contributing to undergraduate and graduate education.
Teaching Responsibilities
The appointed Assistant Professor will teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, including:
- History of Science and Technology
- Asian History
- Undergraduate electives within their area of expertise
- Master’s-level history courses
- General education courses serving the wider CCNY curriculum
Faculty members are also expected to participate in curriculum development, student mentorship, departmental service, and scholarly engagement within the university community.
About The City College of New York
Founded more than 175 years ago, The City College of New York is one of the flagship institutions within the City University of New York system. The college serves over 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students across disciplines including liberal arts, engineering, architecture, education, biomedical sciences, and public leadership.
CCNY has a distinguished academic legacy and is home to ten Nobel laureates, making it one of the leading public institutions for higher education and research in the United States.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must possess:
- A Ph.D. in History or a closely related field
- Demonstrated ability to teach successfully at the university level
- Evidence of scholarly achievement and ongoing research
- Ability to collaborate effectively within an academic institution
The position is open to candidates across all chronological periods and regional specializations within Asia.
Preferred Qualifications
The department particularly welcomes candidates who demonstrate:
- Excellent scholarly potential
- Strong research using languages relevant to their field of study
- Commitment to high-quality teaching and student learning
- Active engagement in research, publication, and academic service
Scholars working on transnational, environmental, cultural, political, economic, or social histories of science and technology are especially encouraged to apply.
Salary and Faculty Benefits
The position offers an annual salary ranging from:
US$79,630 – US$94,017
In addition, CUNY provides an extensive faculty benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Pension and retirement benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Savings and retirement programmes
- Faculty mentoring and professional development
- Research, scholarship, and publication support
These benefits are designed to support long-term academic careers and continued scholarly excellence.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit one combined PDF containing:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
- A 1–2-page Teaching Statement
- Names and contact information for three professional academic references
Only applications submitted through the CUNYfirst recruitment system will be considered.
Why This Opportunity Matters
This tenure-track appointment offers early-career and emerging scholars the opportunity to build an internationally recognized research profile while teaching at one of America’s premier public universities. The role supports innovative scholarship on Asia’s scientific and technological histories and encourages interdisciplinary research with global relevance.
For historians interested in connecting Asian histories with broader transnational and comparative perspectives, this position provides an excellent platform for long-term academic growth.
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 23 November 2026
Applicants should ensure all required documents are uploaded as a single PDF before the deadline.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official CUNYfirst recruitment portal. External applicants should search for Job Opening ID 32849 on the CUNY Jobs website and complete the online application process.
