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WEBER POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR IN EUROPEAN HISTORY University of California Los Angeles Requisition Number: JPF10862 The UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Department of History seeks applicants for a two-year Postdoctoral Scholar. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in History or related field, awarded between September 1, 2022 and June 10, 2026. The Weber Postdoctoral Scholar position is made possible by a bequest from Jacqueline and Eugen Weber to the Department of History, to support the work of a recent Ph.D. We seek a historian of exceptional promise who will contribute to the excellence of our department’s teaching and research program. Candidates working in any area of European history are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will contribute intellectually to the department as well as to its mission by teaching an undergraduate course during each academic year if needed, in a topic close to their area of research. The course selection may include History 187 (Variable Topic Research Seminar) and/or another course on European history to be determined by the department. The incumbent will also work with a faculty mentor on research and professional development. We are especially eager to interview candidates with a demonstrable commitment to the success and mentorship of students from underrepresented and underserved populations and with an enthusiasm for building ties across fields within the department or the university. The appointment (which includes benefits) will be for an initial 24 month period, with the possibility of renewal for an additional 12 months subject to available funding and satisfactory performance. Salary will follow standards for post-doctoral scholars and will reflect the applicant’s experience. Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by postdoc experience level. The starting salary range for this position is currently $69,073. To apply, candidates must submit (a) a curriculum vitae, (b) cover letter, (c) statement of research describing their interests and plans for the postdoctoral period, and (d) statement of teaching philosophy and discussion of possible seminar topics. Applicants should also have three referees submit letters of reference. Review of applications will begin April 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred start date is July 1, 2026. To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10862 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction jeid-de1337290fb19b42bfcf19bc1adf6afb