History of Science, Technology, and Medicine - History of Women and Science

The Department of the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine in the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Oklahoma seeks a historian of women and science. This open rank position is a search for an experienced scholar with preference for someone at the associate or full professor level. We will also consider scholars at a lower rank with significant experience.

The candidate must have research expertise in the subfield of women and science, and a strong publication record. Applicants must also be able to teach broadly in histories of science, technology, and medicine at the undergraduate and graduate levels and will be expected to mentor graduate students at the MA and PhD levels. The annual teaching load is 2‑2, with an expected start date of Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.

Competitive candidates will also have prior administrative experience and a strong ability to collaborate well with scholars in the social and/or natural sciences. Preference will be given to scholars who demonstrate experience in the interdisciplinary field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) and experience teaching online.

The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie‑R1 comprehensive public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare needs of the state, region, and nation. The University of Oklahoma enrolls more than 30,000 students and has more than 3,000 full‑time faculty members in 18 colleges.

The University of Oklahoma is home to a 277‑acre Research Campus in Norman that was named the top research campus in the nation by the Association of University Research Parks in 2013. Norman is a culturally rich and vibrant town located just outside Oklahoma City. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on the “Best Places to Live” rankings.

Please visit the provost’s website for more information.

A Ph.D. in History, History of Science, History of Medicine, or a related field is required.

Please submit a letter describing research and teaching, CV, and three confidential letters of recommendation (or contact information for confidential recommendations) to  Additional materials may be requested during the evaluation process. The position will remain open until filled. We encourage applicants to submit all materials by June 8, 2026
. Please address any questions regarding this position to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Peter Soppelsa Peter.

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