The Department of History at The Ohio State University invites applications for the Donald G. and Mary A. Dunn Chair in Modern Military History (post-1900), with a research focus on non-U.S. military history. We seek a candidate who has conducted research and who has compiled a strong publication record on the history of non-U.S. countries and combatants in World War I and/or World War II.  The candidate must possess a demonstrated ability to use sources in relevant languages.  The candidate would be expected to teach history survey courses and thematic courses in military history at the undergraduate level, in addition to undergraduate and graduate seminars in his/her specialty.  The Dunn Chair must possess a Ph.D. and qualify for appointment as a tenured professor.

Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three potential references.  The search committee might subsequently ask applicants to provide copies of research publications and/or materials that document teaching accomplishments.  Candidates are encouraged to submit initial application materials online through Academic Jobs Online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/3028.  Paper materials will also be reviewed if mailed to Professor Geoffrey Parker, Chair, Dunn Chair Search Committee, Department of History, Ohio State University, 106 Dulles Hall, 230 West 17^th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210.  Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

For further information see the position announcement on H-Net.