Assistant Professor, American History

Otterbein University•Westerville, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Otterbein University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of American History. The successful candidate will teach lower- and upper-division topical courses in the History major, rotate with departmental faculty in teaching the historical research methods course, and teach sections of a U.S. History course with a global focus in the Integrated Studies Program. Depending on candidate preference and institutional needs, the faculty member may also teach in the Honors, First-Year Experience, and Senior Year Experience programs. The position includes expectations for scholarship, professional development, student advising and mentorship, and service to the department and University, as well as involvement in professional and community activities. The candidate will contribute to efforts to enhance diversity and foster an inclusive learning environment. This appointment begins in August 2027. The listed compensation for an Assistant Professor with a terminal degree is $62,226, plus University benefits. The Department of History, Political Science, Languages and Cultures supports four majors—History, Political Science, Global Studies, and Spanish and Latin American Studies—with a global focus. Its educational opportunities include immersive language learning, study abroad, international travel, service learning, internships, and undergraduate research. The department emphasizes critical thinking, writing, and communication, and supports the University’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Requirements

Ph.D. in American History; ABD applicants will be considered if they complete degree requirements by the position start date.
Active research agenda and strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts context.
Commitment to fostering undergraduate research.
Ability to teach effectively from interdisciplinary and multicultural perspectives.
Commitment to service in the department and University.
Specialization in modern American political, social, or cultural history, with a temporal focus no earlier than the 19th century.
Superior communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse communities and cultures.
Ability to meet tenure-track expectations for teaching, scholarship, and service.

Nice To Haves

Subfields in women and gender studies and/or race and ethnic studies are especially welcome.
Ability to teach from a global or comparative perspective.

Responsibilities

Teach lower- and upper-division topical courses in the History major.
Teach the historical research methods course in rotation with other departmental faculty.
Teach sections of a U.S. History course with a global focus in the Integrated Studies Program.
Depending on candidate preference and institutional needs, teach courses in the Honors Program, First-Year Experience Program, and Senior Year Experience Program.
Maintain an active research agenda and contribute to scholarship and professional development.
Advise and mentor students, including fostering undergraduate research.
Participate in professional and community activities.
Provide service to the department and University.
Contribute to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts and foster an inclusive learning environment.