The British Association for American Studies was founded in 1955. It exists to promote, support and encourage the study of the United States in the Universities, Colleges and Schools of the United Kingdom, and by independent scholars. It welcomes all those engaged in or connected with the study of the United States.
The website is the hub of the BAAS community with information on our awards, annual conferences, schools’ liaison work, calls for papers, publications, job listings, related networks and a media contacts database through which we share our expertise. On these pages you can find BAAS news, resources and links, as well as information on our committee structures. We welcome communication from our members and from anyone interested in the work we do to promote the study of the United States in the UK.
JAS is seeking an Editorial Assistant (Maternity Cover) to support the JAS editors and coeditors with the processing and production of peer-reviewed articles, non-peer reviewed essays, and book reviews. The Editorial Assistant works alongside the Journal Manager and reports to the Co-Editors.
The appointment is for a fixed period of 7 months.
Full details and how to apply can be found on our weekly digest.
Thinking of joining the British Association for American Studies? Find full details of what membership of the association includes and how you can register and purchase your membership.
BAAS membership is for a calendar year. ALL rates include a levy from the European Association for American Studies. The privileges of the Schools membership extend to receipt of the Newsletter, and such teaching aids as are offered to the general membership, and the opportunity to send one member of staff to the annual conference.
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Every week, BAAS sends out a mailing of Calls for Papers, Fellowship and Job Opportunities, and all Events of interest in American Studies scholars in Britain and beyond. These events are also posted here on the BAAS website under our News & Events section.
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