Asst. Professor - History jobs in Nebraska

Midland University is seeking an exceptional faculty member for a full-time history position beginning August 2024.

Duties include:

• Teaching a variety of lower- and upper-level history courses, based on expertise and departmental need
• Collaborating across departments to support General Education curriculum and serving as the endorsement coordinate for Social Science and History Education students
• Collecting data and working on assessment to ensure continuous improvement in all History courses, including those taught by adjunct and/or part-time faculty
• Engaging students with innovative teaching practices
• Developing and implementing curriculum based on student and profession needs
• Partnering across the university for student recruiting, retention, and graduation
• Creating performance and program goals with continuous reflection and a willingness to accept feedback

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• PhD in History or a related discipline; preference given to those with a World History background
• Experience teaching a variety of history courses
• Commitment to fostering a culturally diverse atmosphere for faculty, staff, and students
• The ability to create dynamic and relevant learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom by continuously seeking and applying new, relevant information and ideas.
• A genuine interest in student development as it relates to mentoring for internships, employment and graduate study
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster a collegial work environment that encourages change and innovation; and an ability to interact effectively and work productively, cooperatively, and collaboratively with a variety of individuals and groups

True to its roots, Midland believes in the power of the liberal arts as a way for students to discover how their individual gifts, abilities, and passions prepare them for a life of meaning and value, no matter what career path they pursue. If you meet the qualifications and want to be part of a growth-oriented, innovative, and student-centered university in the Omaha, NE metro area, complete the online application in its entirety and upload both a resume and cover letter. For full consideration, applicants must include a cover letter in which they address why they are a good fit for the job and university. Preference given to candidates who apply by May 20th.