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The U.S. Naval War College: The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) is a Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) institution serving the nation, the Department of Defense, and the U.S. Navy. U.S. and selected international graduates earn Master of Arts degrees in National Security & Strategic Studies or Defense & Strategic Studies accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The College educates and develops future leaders through the development of strategic perspective, critical thinking, and cultural awareness, as well as enhancing the capability to advise and eventually serve as senior leaders and policy makers. The College also helps to define the future Navy and its roles and missions; supports combat readiness; strengthens global maritime partnerships; and promotes ethics and leadership throughout the force. We are actively seeking candidates with diverse academic, demographic, and professional backgrounds. More information on the college can be found at www.usnwc.edu.
The Hattendorf Historical Center. The John B. Hattendorf Center for Maritime Historical Research (Hattendorf Historical Center or HHC) manages naval and maritime history and sea service heritage programs at the College. The Center also serves as a resource and contact point for the NWC in matters relating to research in maritime history and heritage. Since its founding, the mission of the NWC has been to educate and to develop future leaders by building strategic insight and enhancing their capacity to advise senior policymakers. From the beginning, the critical study of naval history in all its forms has been an important part of this. The HHC supports this through the conduct of research and writing on all matters relating to naval and maritime history. In addition to supporting the curriculum at the College through research, HHC faculty also contribute by teaching a variety of classes that support the academic program including a Graduate Certificate in Maritime History.
Additional details regarding the HHC can be obtained by visiting the college’s website at https://usnwc.edu/Research-Wargaming/Research-Centers/Hattendorf-Center-for-Maritime-Historical-Research.
Responsibilities. The Senior Historian of the HHC is responsible for leading the center, acting as a project and program coordinator, developing and managing the Center’s annual budget, and guiding faculty in support of the HHC’s mission. The Senior Historian is also the conduit for direction from NWC leadership on matters relating to mission, special projects, workload, etc. The Senior Historian also conducts original documentary research and publishes in pertinent academic venues and supports the NWC mission through applied research projects. The Senior Historian also supports the Graduate Certificate in Maritime History (GCMH) Program through teaching GCMH electives and supervising GCMH students and may find other teaching opportunities in support of the resident course of instruction and/or electives program.
Qualifications. Qualified candidates must have a PhD in history, war studies, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading and managing an academic unit. Experience in historical research, publication, teaching and curriculum development – especially focusing on naval or maritime history – is strongly preferred.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens capable of obtaining a Department of Defense security clearance at the SECRET level.
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