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CALL FOR PAPERS AND POSTERS https://vafweb.org/Call-for-Papers-2025 Vernacular Architecture Forum2026 Annual MeetingColumbia River Plateau (Walla Walla, Washington)May 27-30, 2026DEADLINE – DECEMBER 1, 2025 | AnnouncementAPPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR EDITOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY Review of applications to begin on January 15, 2026. The American Society for Environmental History and the Forest History Society seek applicants to serve as Editor(s) and a new institutional home for the journal Environmental History for a five-year term beginning July 2026 with a possibility of extension. The successful applicant will serve as Editor(s)-elect for a transition period of 6 to 12 months. Environmental History (EH) is the journal of record in the field of environmental history with readership and authors from around the world, and is published in cooperation with the University of Chicago Press. The journal addresses issues relating to human interactions with the natural world over time, and includes insights from history, geography, anthropology, the natural sciences, and many other disciplines. In addition to refereed articles, reviews, and a “Gallery” section dedicated to visual materials, it offers a growing range of online resources, which the incoming editor(s) will continue to develop. The position carries a modest stipend, and financial support for travel and other expenses is available. While an individual may serve as sole editor of the journal, the search committee also welcomes applications by more than one editor. In the latter case, the application should state how applicants will share responsibilities. It is expected that in the case of joint editors, both would be affiliated with the same institution. Qualifications:• Recognized expertise in the field; • A compelling vision for the future of the journal and the field; • Institutional support for the duration of appointment, including release time and clerical assistance as necessary; • Managerial, organizational, editorial, and electronic skills to oversee the editorial cycle, meet deadlines, and work with publishing professionals; • The ability to attract established and new scholars to publish in the journal; • Tact and professionalism in communicating with authors, staff, and readers; • Membership in ASEH and FHS (upon investiture as editor(s)). Major responsibilities: In general, editors are responsible for the intellectual content, quality, and timeliness of the journal issues as well as the overall success of the journal. Specific duties may include but are not limited to: • Providing clear direction for the journal and website; • Conveying significant developments in the fields of both environmental and forest history; • Soliciting high-quality manuscripts from a diverse pool of potential authors; • Selecting a sufficient pool of competent peer-reviewers and managing the peer review process of approximately 100 manuscripts per year through an online system; • Deciding which manuscripts to publish; • Assisting authors in seeing their manuscripts through the publication process, including providing formative feedback to authors whose work is not accepted; • Working with a Book Review Editor, Digital Content Editor, Gallery Editor, FHS Staff responsible for the New Scholarship section, and the University of Chicago Press to ensure timely publication; • Attending annual meetings of both the ASEH and FHS; • Appointing and working with a diverse and active Editorial Board to provide advice and counsel; • Working with a Journal Management Group that represents both ASEH and FHS once per year at the annual ASEH meeting and as needed; • Representing the journal in outside venues and conferences. Application Materials: The application package should be no more than 5 pages (not including the CV and statements of support) and include: • Cover Letter: Including name, affiliation, and other relevant information, and providing particular evidence pertinent to the position; • CV: Highlighting publications and any editorial experience; • Vision Statement: Describing challenges and opportunities, future plans for the journal, continued development of online presence, an administrative plan for editing processes, and objective milestones for evaluation; • Description of Institutional Resources: While the University of Chicago Press provides some financial support for the editor(s), applicants also must address the feasibility of serving as editor(s) in light of the institutional resources likely to be available: • Examples include graduate assistant support, travel or administrative funding, course releases, or other workload reductions. • Preliminary statements of institutional support from the applicant’s Chair and/or Dean are requested. Search procedure: The search committee encourages potential editors and institutional homes to contact the chair of the search committee as soon as possible about their interest in the Environmental History journal so that the committee can assist in providing information about the journal and in helping them craft formal proposals. For more information, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Lisa Brady, Boise State University, at: lisabrady@boisestate.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026. The search committee may contact candidates for an initial round of Zoom interviews in February and March of 2026. In-person interviews of finalists will take place at the ASEH meeting in Kansas City, MO, March 25-28, 2026 (Zoom interviews may be scheduled if necessary). Applications must be submitted as a single PDF file with the file name “yourlastname_EHeditor.pdf” to This secure Dropbox link.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Hiring Assistant Professor of History Professor of History Employer: University of Wisconsin-Madison Location: Madison, Wisconsin, United States Job Category: Faculty Application Period Opens: Oct. 30, 2025 Job Category: Faculty Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor Job Summary: The Department of History and the Integrated Liberal Studies Program at the UW-Madison invite excellent candidates who work in the history of science with a focus on water to apply for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor. The time period and area of specialization are open. A candidate’s research may engage, for instance, with the social, political, and intellectual dimensions of human-water interactions; water access, use, or management; oceanography, limnology, hydrology, or fisheries science; or water biology and ecology, both marine and freshwater. The successful candidate may have a transnational dimension to their research but should be well grounded in a US context. We welcome applications from scholars whose research on systems of knowledge-making around water can complement strengths of the Department of History, which include indigenous history, environmental history, slavery and race relations, US empire and militarization, comparative imperialisms/colonialisms, and political economy. As a core member of the History of Science, Medicine, and Technology graduate program, the successful candidate may engage with its strengths in data and information, science and empire, health and environment, and the global history of science. We are especially interested in innovative scholars willing to explore interdisciplinary water research in collaboration with colleagues in water-focused research centers and other units at UW–Madison, such as the Aquatic Sciences Center, Center for Limnology, Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, La Follette School of Public Policy, and Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences. The tenure home will be in the Department of History. The successful candidate will advance the educational mission of the College of Letters & Science that values, prioritizes, and actualizes evidence-based and student-centered teaching and (undergraduate student) mentoring. They will contribute to an environment that fosters engagement and a sense of belonging for faculty, staff, students and members of the broader community. This position is part of a new university-wide initiative called RISE-EARTH (Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Excellence in Environment: Adaptation, Resilience, Technology, and Humanity). Through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities, RISE addresses complex societal challenges of importance to the state, nation and world. Building on UW–Madison’s strengths, RISE expands the University’s successful track record of connecting with communities and industry on collaborative solutions. Over a three-year period, UW–Madison will substantially increase current hiring levels, bringing 150 new RISE faculty to campus. Candidates hired through RISE will join a community of scholars working across disciplines, schools and colleges on research, teaching and outreach endeavors. The community will engage regularly in venues such as seminar series and colloquia to share ongoing projects and identify opportunities to work together. The University will support the community, facilitating access to research infrastructure, and funding to support broad and rich collaboration. Further information regarding RISE-EARTH can be found at: https://rise.wisc.edu/ The successful candidate will pursue a vigorous research program while contributing to the graduate program in History of Science, Medicine, and Technology in the Department of History and to the Integrated Liberal Studies Program’s undergraduate teaching mission of innovative, interdisciplinary liberal education. Applicants should have the capacity to teach undergraduate survey courses in the history of science as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in their areas of expertise. They will also be expected to provide service to the program, department, college, university, and professional community nationally or internationally. As a member of the College of L&S, the successful candidate will proactively contribute to, support, and advance the college’s commitment to excellence among all aspects of their teaching, mentoring, research, and service. The Department of History at UW-Madison is highly ranked and is especially strong in the history of science, medicine, technology, and the environment. The discipline of limnology in North America began in the 1890s at UW–Madison, which continues to lead the field today. Water@UW–Madison showcases the depth, diversity, and interdisciplinarity of water-related research across campus. In the College of Letters & Science, we provide a liberal arts education that is both broad and deep through excellent, empathic teaching. We hire faculty who are interested in pursuing difficult questions, making new discoveries, and making an impact in their field. We reward excellent teaching and classroom innovation, and we are committed to shared governance. Learn more about the L&S mission on our webpage: https://ls.wisc.edu/about/mission. Madison is the state's capitol city and is well known for offering a small town feel in a medium- sized city. Fortune named Madison #7 Happiest City in America in 2025, and for 2025-2026, US News & World Report ranked Madison #7 for Best Places to Live for Quality of Life in the US. The city consistently wins national recognition for its walkability, bikeability, parks, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation. Key Job Responsibilities: Applicants should have the capacity to teach undergraduate survey courses in the history of science as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in their areas of expertise. They will also be expected to provide service to the program, department, college, university, and professional community nationally or internationally. Department: College of Letters and Science, History Department Compensation: Negotiable - 9 months / ongoing / renewable Required Qualifications: Applicants must demonstrate evidence of excellence and productivity in scholarly research, as well as a commitment to teaching, mentoring, and service. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate fostering or the ability to foster a teaching, learning, mentoring, departmental, and a research environment where all can thrive. The successful candidate will also show interest in exploring interdisciplinary water research in collaboration with colleagues in water-focused research centers and other units at UW–Madison. Education: PhD in History or related field required by start of appointment. How to Apply: Apply online at "Jobs at UW" (http://jobs.wisc.edu) under Job Requisition JR10005527. Applications must be received through UW- Madison's online application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. Click the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applicants should submit the following 4 items: 1) A letter of application, 2) Curriculum vitae, including a list of 3 referees 3) A teaching and mentoring statement, (maximum 2 pages) 4) A writing sample of roughly 35 pages. If the writing sample forms part of a dissertation or book manuscript, please include (as a cover to the writing sample) an abstract and table of contents for the dissertation or book manuscript, or a statement of how the writing sample fits in with the larger project. Applicants will receive an email requesting the names and contact information for three references; each reference will each receive an electronic link through which they can upload a signed letter of reference. For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59pm on December 31, 2025. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please note that applicants will be evaluated based upon submitted application materials and therefore should speak to and include evidence of their qualifications. Application materials must clearly demonstrate the applicant’s dedication to excellence in student-centered teaching and mentoring. Additionally, materials should showcase the applicant’s ability to purposefully plan their teaching practices, evidenced through goals, action plans, reflection, and related documentation. This portion of the application materials must be created by the applicant and may include supporting letters. It cannot be only in the form of letters and testimony by others Contact Information: Carol Cizauskas Phone: 608-263-1808 Email: ccizauskas@wisc.edu Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website. To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you. 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New Publishing Opportunities at Change Over Time Change Over Time: An International Journal of Conservation and the Built Environment, a peer-reviewed journal published by the University of Pennsylvania Press, is excited to announce new publishing opportunities and enhanced publishing features to serve a wider audience:
If you are interested in submitting ideas for future issue themes or have a manuscript you’d like to submit for consideration, please reach out to cot@design.upenn.edu. We would love to hear from you. For more details, please visit our COT website
Postdoctoral Scholar Teaching Fellow in History at Cal Tech The Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Scholar Teaching Fellowship to begin in time for Caltech’s fall term 2026. We seek candidates whose research focuses on environmental history, with preference for those who work with visual materials and could teach courses cross-listed in Visual Culture. We welcome applications from scholars trained in History, Art History, Environmental Studies, or related fields. The successful candidate will be expected to teach two (approximately ten-week) undergraduate courses in the first year of their appointment and three undergraduate courses in their second year. The appointment is contingent upon completion of the Ph.D. Interested candidates should apply electronically at https://applications.caltech.edu/jobs/historypd by uploading a cover letter, a research statement, three letters of recommendation, a current CV, a sample of original written work, and an education statement that addresses the applicant’s thoughts on classroom instruction, mentorship of students, and ways to foster an inclusive, equitable environment for those who come to Caltech with many different backgrounds and experiences. Candidates unable to apply electronically may send the above materials to: Chair, History Postdoc Search, HSS 101-40 Caltech, Pasadena, CA 91125. Deadline for applications is January 9, 2026. Hiring Salary: $72,723 As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Visiting Assistant Professor Opening at Williams College Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts, seeks an interdisciplinary environmental scholar specializing in the humanities or humanistic social sciences for a one-year position as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies. Candidates should be able to teach our broad interdisciplinary introductory environmental studies class as well as electives at lower and higher levels in areas such as geography, environmental history, urban studies, anthropology, or philosophy. The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester. These will include “Nature and Society: An Introduction to Environmental Studies”; a sophomore-level “foundational” class in environmental studies relating to culture or the humanities (an introduction to the key topics in and methods of a subfield of environmental studies); and environment-related electives suitable for a liberal arts curriculum, with specific topics based on the successful candidate’s expertise as well as the curricular needs of the program. Our new colleague will have opportunities to work with and mentor undergraduate research students; internal funds may be available to support student-faculty research. In addition, Williams offers visiting faculty participation in the college’s professional development program First3, access to a number of online NCFDD resources, and support through the College’s Rice Center for Teaching. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but priority will be given to applications received by Dec 31 2025. Learn more and apply through Interfolio:https://apply.interfolio.com/172471
Assistant Professor, Blue Humanities, College of Arts and Sciences Job Overview The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the Blue Humanities. This position is open to scholars who specialize in human-water interactions and who would contribute to broader conversations about the shifting roles of water in the era of climate change. Scholars trained in cultural and literary studies, ecocriticism, history, and/or environmental humanities who can address the materiality of water and have a demonstrated ability to work in interdisciplinary settings are encouraged to apply. Geographical and chronological focus are open.
Depending on the disciplinary background and preference of the successful candidate, the tenure home for this position may be in the Department of English, Department of History, or School of Environment and Sustainability. The successful candidate will join a new initiative in water and sustainability in the College of Arts and Sciences, which encourages public scholarship and interdisciplinary research The appointment will begin August 15, 2026. This position is not open to H-1B sponsorship.
Essential Functions
Minimum Requirements A PhD in English, History, Environmental Humanities, or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment. Postsecondary teaching and/or mentoring experience are highly desired. Application Process Interested and qualified applicants must complete our online application. In addition to completing the online application, please submit a cover letter that explains how your experience and qualifications align with the requirements and responsibilities outlined in the job description, a full and current CV, and a list of three references. (Letters of reference will be requested for finalists.) UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which works to bring out the best in our students, faculty, and staff to collaborate, create, innovate, and compete in a global society. We are seeking individuals who want to be a part of a dynamic team. As part of a complete application, you will be asked to include a statement on how you define a team and what makes a team function successfully. Please use the “additional documents” feature to include all these required items. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2025 with applications accepted until the position is filled. Questions should be directed to Dr. Laura Zanotti, Search Committee Chair at: Laura.Zanotti@uc.edu.
APPLY FOR A POSITION AT NYU The Department of Environmental Studies in Arts & Science at New York University invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer position in Environmental Governance and Policy to begin September 1, 2026. This is a one-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal. This position will primarily support teaching within the Environmental Studies department, at the undergraduate and possibly graduate levels, with a teaching load equivalent to six classes over the academic year. We encourage applications from scholars who specialize in any dimension of Environmental Governance and Policy. The candidate might have training in fields that include but are not limited to economics, political science, public policy, planning, sociology, anthropology, law, and science and technology studies. The successful applicant will have high potential or proven excellence in teaching and research on the environment. For more information and to submit an application, through interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/174859. The application deadline for full consideration is January 20, 2026.
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