Assistant Professor – U.S. Political Economy (tenure‑track)

About the role

The Department of History at the University of Wisconsin‑Madison invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position focused on the history of U.S. political economy from the Civil War to the present. The successful candidate will hold the John W. and Jeanne M. Rowe Chair, contributing to undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate courses covering U.S. political economy and broader American history.
• Design and lead graduate seminars on political economy, economic institutions, and related historiography.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research methods, theory, and source analysis.
• Conduct innovative research on the intersections of politics, the state, and economic institutions.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service, as well as professional activities nationally and internationally.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in History or a closely related field with a strong focus on U.S. political economy.
• Demonstrated potential for high‑quality scholarly publications.
• Commitment to evidence‑based, student‑centered teaching and mentorship.
• Ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Required skills

• Advanced research skills in historical analysis.
• Effective communication of complex historical concepts to undergraduate and graduate audiences.
• Curriculum development for both introductory and specialized history courses.

What we offer

• John W. and Jeanne M. Rowe Chair in the History of American Politics, Institutions, and Political Economy.
• Access to UW‑Madison’s extensive research resources and interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Supportive environment that values teaching excellence, scholarly impact, and shared governance.