Visiting Assistant Professor of African and Africana Studies

Overview

Haverford College seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of African and Africana Studies. The position is full-time and benefits-eligible, beginning July 1, 2026, with classes starting August 31, 2026. This appointment is for 1 year and is not renewable. The teaching load is five courses for the year (e.g., 2–3).

• Teach the core course for the program, Introduction to African and Africana Studies.
• Teach elective courses at the intermediate and upper levels, with a preference for candidates who specialize in African History.
• Respect class size constraints: introductory courses limited to 35 students; intermediate courses limited to 25; upper-level courses typically limited to 15.

• Specialization in African History and ability to teach elective courses at the intermediate and upper levels.
• Commitment to engaging a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive classroom environment in a liberal arts context.

To apply for this position, please upload your CV and a cover letter that includes your teaching philosophy. We also welcome sample syllabi and/or evidence of teaching effectiveness from course evaluations. Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted directly by the recommenders via Interfolio.

All application materials should be submitted via Interfolio ().

Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2026
, and applications submitted by that date will receive full consideration.

Questions about the position can be directed to Professor Susanna Wing  technical questions about Interfolio, please contact Interfolio directly at or

For more information about the African and Africana Studies Program please visit: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Haverford College is a leading liberal arts college located 9 miles from the center of Philadelphia. The campus hosts approximately 1,435 undergraduate students and offers close collaboration with the broader Philadelphia area’s cultural and educational resources.

Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized identities are especially encouraged to apply.

Haverford College and our consortial partners are located on Lenape lands.