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CUNY Assistant Professor in History of Science and Technology in Asia 2026 – Tenure-Track

Application Deadline
November 23, 2026

CUNY Seeks Assistant Professor in History of Science and Technology in Asia 2026 (Tenure-Track)

The City College of New York (CCNY) – Department of History – New York City, USA

Complete guide to eligibility, salary, teaching responsibilities, and application process


Quick Highlights

ParameterDetails
Recruiting OrganizationThe City College of New York (CCNY), City University of New York (CUNY)
PositionAssistant Professor – History of Science and Technology in Asia
Employment TypeFull-Time, Tenure-Track
LocationNew York City, USA
SalaryUS$79,630 – US$94,017 per year
QualificationPh.D. in History or closely related field
SpecializationAny geographic or chronological area of Asia (science, technology, society, culture, politics, economics, environment, transnational history)
Application Deadline23 November 2026
Job Opening ID32849
Application ModeOnline via CUNYfirst recruitment system
Official Portal

https://cuny.jobs


Important Dates

EventDate
Application Deadline23 November 2026
Job Opening ID32849

Applicants should ensure all required documents are uploaded as a single PDF before the deadline.


About the Position

The Department of History at The City College of New York (CCNY), part of the City University of New York (CUNY), invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the History of Science and Technology in Asia. The department seeks an outstanding scholar whose research contributes to this growing field, with emphasis on interdisciplinary and historically grounded scholarship.

The position is open to scholars specializing in any geographic or chronological area of Asia whose research explores intersections of science, technology, society, culture, politics, economics, the environment, or transnational history. The successful candidate will join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in research, teaching, and public scholarship.

CCNY, founded more than 175 years ago, serves over 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is home to ten Nobel laureates, making it one of the leading public institutions for higher education and research in the United States.


Teaching Responsibilities

ResponsibilityDetails
History of Science and TechnologyUndergraduate and graduate courses
Asian HistoryUndergraduate and graduate courses
Undergraduate ElectivesWithin area of expertise
Master's-Level History CoursesGraduate teaching
General Education CoursesServing wider CCNY curriculum
Faculty ServiceCurriculum development, student mentorship, departmental service, scholarly engagement

Eligibility Criteria

CriteriaRequirements
EducationPh.D. in History or a closely related field
TeachingDemonstrated ability to teach successfully at the university level
ResearchEvidence of scholarly achievement and ongoing research
CollaborationAbility to collaborate effectively within an academic institution
Regional SpecializationOpen to all chronological periods and regional specializations within Asia

Preferred Qualifications

QualificationDetails
Scholarly PotentialExcellent scholarly potential
Language SkillsStrong research using languages relevant to field of study
Teaching CommitmentCommitment to high-quality teaching and student learning
Research EngagementActive engagement in research, publication, and academic service
Interdisciplinary FocusTransnational, environmental, cultural, political, economic, or social histories of science and technology especially encouraged

Salary and Faculty Benefits

BenefitDetails
Annual SalaryUS$79,630 – US$94,017
Health InsuranceComprehensive health insurance
Pension & RetirementPension and retirement benefits
Parental LeavePaid parental leave
Savings ProgrammesSavings and retirement programmes
Professional DevelopmentFaculty mentoring and professional development
Research SupportResearch, scholarship, and publication support

Required Application Documents

DocumentDetails
Curriculum Vitae (CV)Required
Cover LetterRequired
Teaching Statement1–2 pages
Professional ReferencesNames and contact information for three academic references
Submission FormatOne combined PDF

Important: Only applications submitted through the CUNYfirst recruitment system will be considered.


How to Apply

StepAction
1Visit the CUNY Jobs website: https://cuny.jobs
2Search for Job Opening ID 32849
3Complete the online application process
4Upload all required documents as one combined PDF (CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Statement, 3 References)
5Submit before 23 November 2026

Important Links (Direct URLs)

DescriptionURL
Apply Online (CUNY Jobs – Job ID 32849)

https://cuny.jobs/new-york-ny/assistant-professor-history-of-science-and-technology-in-asia/94F60EB07E0E4AAC89742C307D982EFF/job/

CUNY Jobs Portal

https://cuny.jobs

CCNY Official Website

https://www.ccny.cuny.edu


Frequently Asked Questions

QuestionAnswer
Q1. What is the position?Assistant Professor – History of Science and Technology in Asia (Tenure-Track)
Q2. Which organization is hiring?The City College of New York (CCNY), City University of New York (CUNY)
Q3. Where is the job located?New York City, USA
Q4. What is the salary?US$79,630 – US$94,017 per year
Q5. What is the qualification required?Ph.D. in History or closely related field
Q6. What is the application deadline?23 November 2026
Q7. What is the Job Opening ID?32849
Q8. How do I apply?Through CUNYfirst recruitment system at https://cuny.jobs
Q9. What documents are required?CV, Cover Letter, 1–2 page Teaching Statement, 3 academic references (one combined PDF)
Q10. Is the position open to all Asian specializations?Yes — any geographic or chronological area of Asia

Final Call-to-Action

StepAction
1Visit https://cuny.jobs
2Search for Job Opening ID 32849
3Prepare CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Statement (1–2 pages), and 3 academic references
4Combine all documents into one PDF
5Complete online application and upload PDF
6Submit before 23 November 2026
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