Assoc. Professor - History jobs in Utah

Assoc. Professor - History teaches courses in the discipline area of history. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Assoc. Professor - History provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Assoc. Professor - History typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and conducts research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant Professor, African History
  • Utah State University
  • Logan, UT OTHER
  • Overview

    The Department of History at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor, in the history of Africa, beginning August 2024. The period and region of specialization are open, but with preference for scholars whose work focuses on sub-Saharan Africa. The successful applicant will contribute to the department’s undergraduate and graduate curricula; this will include teaching an African history survey and either half of the World History surveys. We welcome candidates who can also contribute to one or more of the department’s other areas of emphasis, including Public History, Religious Studies, Classics, and Peace Studies. USU is an R1 university with a teaching mission, and so the department seeks a colleague who can show evidence of both scholarly productivity and teaching effectiveness. This is a research-focused position that typically has a teaching load of two courses per semester.  

    Responsibilities

    The successful candidate will be expected to:

    • produce high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship
    • teacheither half of the World History surveys 
    • teach an undergraduate African history survey
    • contribute to the department’s undergraduate and graduate curricula
    • contribute to service in the Department, College, and University

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications 

    • A PhD inAfrican History or related field by June 2024 (ABD will be considered at time of application if Degree is completed by June 2024) 
    • Evidence of scholarly productivity
    • Evidence of teaching effectiveness
    • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

    Preferred Qualifications 

    • Specialization in sub-Saharan Africa
    • Ability to contribute toother units in the History Department, including the Global Peacebuilding Certificate, the Classics Program, or the Religious Studies Program. 

    Required Documents

    Review of applications begins January 6, 2024 and continues until the position is filled.  Along with the online application, please attach: 

  • CV (to be uploaded to the applicant profile).
  • A cover letter that speaks to your effectiveness as a researcher and teacher (to be copied and pasted into a fillable field within the application).
  • The names and email addresses of three references (your references will be sent a system email from USU asking them to upload a letter of recommendation if your candidacy advances to the next level).
  • Additional materials may be requested of candidates who advance to the next level. 
  • **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

    Advertised Salary

    Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits

    ADA

    Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

    College/Department Highlights

    The History Department at Utah State includes dynamic teacher-scholars in History, Religious Studies, and Classics as well as undergraduate and master's level students interested in a global field of study. The faculty values high-quality research in keeping with its research mission, but it also places the highest importance on accessible and quality teaching. The department offers majors/minors in history, history teaching, and religious studies. It also offers minors in Latin, Greek, Classical Civilization, and Latin Teaching, and two masters’ program in History and Ancient Languages and Cultures. Faculty in the program are located at the main campus in Logan as well as at locations around the state as part of the university’s statewide mission. For more information on the department, see our website: http://history.usu.edu  

     

    All faculty are part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, which plays an instrumental role in teaching critical thinking, knowledge-building skills and the ability to pose meaningful questions that advance understanding and knowledge. Students in our college confront the great questions and controversies, learn about the forces that have shaped our world, and develop the skills to tackle its most pressing challenges. Our graduates are creative problem-solvers with a passion for making a difference. The education they receive here prepares them to address the problems of today and to succeed wherever their career path takes them tomorrow. 

     

    The Department and College are committed to justice and empowerment for all, and especially historically marginalized groups, through education, research, creative activity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. 

    University Highlights

    Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

     

    As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

     

    Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

     

    The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

     

    About the Region

    U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

     

    *updated 7/2023

    Notice of Non-discrimination

    In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

    The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

     

    Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

    Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

    Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

    For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

    U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

    *updated 09/2023

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Visiting Professor of History
  • Florida Memorial University
  • Opa Locka, FL
  • The Visiting Professor of History is a full-time two-year non-tenured track position requiring a strong academic backgro...
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Assistant Professor of History
  • Georgia Tech
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Apply for Job Job ID 266523 Location Atlanta, Georgia Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Add to Favorite...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lecturer Adjunct (History Lecturer)
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  • **Lecturer Adjunct (History Lecturer)** Kapolei, HI, USA Req #61 Monday, February 28, 2022 Liberal Arts Instructor (Part...
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Adjunct - History Professor
  • Keiser University
  • West Palm Beach, FL
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Visiting Assistant Professor of History
  • Sam Houston State University
  • Huntsville, TX
  • The Department of History at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a position at the rank of Visiting As...
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Adjunct Professor - World History
  • Virginia Department of Transportation
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Working Title Adjunct Professor - World History Role Title Adjunct Professor - 01011 Hiring Range Commensurated with cre...
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Adjunct Associate Professor of History
  • San Joaquin Delta College
  • Stockton, CA
  • Description Under the general supervision of the Division Dean, to teach organized classes in accordance with course des...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor, Art History, School of Art
  • California State University
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Assistant Professor, Art History, School of Art Job no: 533826 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track L...
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