DescriptionThe History Department at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications and expressions of interest from qualified candidates for appointment as the inaugural George and Bernice Wyss Phillipp Professor of History. Endowed professorships are among the highest honors at the College. We seek a historian with a record of distinguished scholarly achievement and with demonstrated research and teaching expertise in the History of Science and/or the History of Medicine. The Wyss Phillipp Professor will have the academic qualifications for appointment as a tenured full professor in the Department of History at the College of the Holy Cross.
The successful candidate will be expected to a) maintain an active research agenda and internationally significant academic profile, b) design interdisciplinary courses, mentor students across programs, and help broaden our curriculum in the history of science and/or medicine within the liberal arts by building bridges across disciplines, and c) take full part in College and departmental service obligations.
In addition to an established reputation of distinguished scholarly achievement, the Wyss Phillipp Professor will have demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching, including as illustrated by their use of evidence-based teaching strategies and course designs to create classroom environments where all students have a sense of belonging, are valued, and can flourish to reach their full potential.
The teaching load for this position is 3 courses per year. The salary and benefits, as well as sabbatical leave and research support policies, are nationally competitive. The academic year base salary range for appointments beginning in August 2027 is between $165,000 and $172,000. A dedicated research and professional development account is associated with the Professorship.
We anticipate that the Wyss Phillipp Professor will begin work at the College in August 2027.
We welcome nominations and expressions of interest, which may be sent to the
Search Committee Co-Chairs, Professor Stephanie Yuhl () and Professor Sahar Bazzaz ([email protected]). Candidates who wish to be considered for the position should submit the materials listed below no later than August 10, 2026. Shortlisted candidates can expect on-campus interviews in September-October 2026.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERESTED CANDIDATESPlease submit the following only:
• a letter addressing the position requirements listed above, including an account of your current and future research projects, a statement about your teaching philosophy, experience, and interests, and a reflection on how you might contribute to and further the College's mission as a Jesuit undergraduate liberal arts college and its core commitment to creating a community where every individual feels empowered to contribute their talents and perspectives.
• a current curriculum vitae.
Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/188799. The committee will request additional materials, including evidence of teaching excellence, the names of professional references, and examples of scholarly work at a later date.
For applicants who may require visa sponsorship: The College supports new faculty in pursuing an appropriate visa or other immigration status consistent with their qualifications and the responsibilities of the position. Because several pathways may be available, the College works with candidates who are offered positions to determine the most appropriate option. Please note, however, the College does not support H1-B visa petitions that are subject to the payment of an additional $100,000 fee. The College, where appropriate, will support H-1B petitions that are not subject to the $100,000 fee.
