History - Assistant Professor (Cold War)

Vibrant, multidisciplinary and innovative, the Faculty of Arts and Science is one of Université de Montréal’s largest faculties. Through its 28 departments, schools, centres and one institute, it offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate programs, some of which are unique in Quebec. It is also home to some 30 interdisciplinary research centres and groups. Every day, its 650 faculty members are helping shape a better tomorrow by advancing knowledge and encouraging the convergence of perspectives.

The Department of History at the Université de Montréal’s reputation is founded on the international scope of its programs, its diverse faculty, and its strong interdisciplinarity focus. It is also committed to research that sheds light on the major issues of our day by placing them in the broader sweep of history.

As a professor of Cold War history, you will strengthen expertise in international studies within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and bolster the field of 20th-century history among the faculty of the Department of History.

Day-to-day responsibilities
Through your undergraduate and graduate-level teaching, and your research activities, you will contribute to the faculty’s pursuit of excellence. Furthermore, you will promote your discipline and actively participate in the daily activities of a renowned institution. As such, you will:

• Teach the history of the Cold War from the perspective of your areas of specialization at the undergraduate and graduate levels, through both large-group introductory courses and specialized research seminars; 
• Contribute to training the next generation of historians by supervising research projects and practical training at the graduate level; 
• Develop an innovative, high-quality research program in the history of the Cold War – aligned with your areas of specialization and specific interests – that enhances the Department of History’s reach at both national and international levels; 
• Participate actively in the life of the Department, the Faculty of Arts and Science, and the Université de Montréal through institutional service;
• Contribute actively to strengthening the Department’s community outreach, as well as the University’s public presence, through conferences, publications and other activities. 

Qualifications

• Hold a doctorate in the history of the United States and/or the history of the Soviet Union during the Cold War era (1945–1990). All research themes, subjects, theoretical approaches, methods, and analytical frameworks will be given equal consideration;
• An excellent publication record;
• A demonstrated ability to provide high-quality university-level teaching and to supervise students;  
• A demonstrated capacity to develop institutional, national, and international research collaborations;
• Ability to collaborate with faculty members in interdisciplinary contexts;
• Have adequate proficiency of the French language or be committed to learning it once hired, through the Université de Montréal’s French language support program, in accordance with the Université de Montréal language policy.

Additional information about the position

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits;
• Expected start date: June 1^st, 2027;
• Located at the Montréal Campus.

Link to submit your application: http://rh-carriere-dmz-eng.synchro.umontreal.ca/psc/rhprpr9_car_eng/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=3&JobOpeningId=532328&PostingSeq=1 

How to submit your application 
Submit your application through our online recruitment system (click on the “Apply for job” button) before November 16^th, 2026. Your application must include the following documents:

• A cover letter;
• A curriculum vitae;
• Copies of, or links to, three recent publications or research papers;
• A statement outlining your teaching and mentoring experience and approach;
• A research program proposal;
• Three letters of recommendation submitted directly by the referees to the department;
• Please respect the following page limits:
• A statement outlining your teaching and mentoring experience and approach (one page);
• A research program proposal (one page).

Contact information
Ollivier Hubert, Chair
Faculty of Arts and Science/Department of History
[email protected]

We encourage you to complete the self-identification questionnaire. More information is available in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion section at the end of this document.

As per UdeM’s appointment procedures, members of the Assembly of Professors may consult all submitted application files. If you wish your application to remain confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.

HEALTH AND FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Medical, paramedical, dental and travel insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program along with an Institutional Health and Wellness Program
• Defined benefit pension plan with indexed pension payments upon retirement (rrum.umontreal.ca)
• Life insurance and disability income insurance

WORK-LIFE BALANCE

• Up to two years of parental leave
• Reduced workload upon return from parental leave, until the child turns two
• Two on-campus childcare centres
• Summer camps and spring break camps at UdeM’s Sports and Fitness Centre
• Compassionate leave

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Research and study leave
• Research start-up funding
• French language training program
• University-level teaching skills development activities
• Professional development and sabbatical leave allowance program
• Tuition waiver program for you, your spouse, and dependent children

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Université de Montréal places the values of diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of all its missions. Through its Equal Access to Employment Program, Université de Montréal invites women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities to self-identify and apply. During the recruitment process, our selection tools will – confidentially - be adapted to meet the needs of individuals with limitations who request accommodation.

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