Assistant Professor of History
About The Position
The Department of History at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History to begin in the fall 2027 semester. Research and teaching expertise should focus on the history of the United States in the nineteenth century. Job duties will include teaching United States history courses in support of the university’s core curriculum, upper-level courses for the department’s robust undergraduate programs, and graduate-level courses in public history as needed. The candidate will also conduct and publish research commensurate with the department’s expectations for tenure and promotion and perform service according to the needs of the department, college, and university. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institutional policies.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in History or related field; ABD applicants may be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and teach history courses about the United States during the nineteenth century
- Demonstrated strong English oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work with minimal direct supervision
- Commitment to fostering a sense of belonging and intellectual curiosity in all students.
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in developing and teaching history courses about the United States during the nineteenth century
- Prior experience in developing and teaching asynchronous online courses
- A history of community outreach, as UA Little Rock is a community-engaged institution in a metropolitan setting.
Responsibilities
- Teach lower-level United States history courses in support of the university’s core curriculum
- Teach upper-level or graduate courses for the department’s History major and Public History program
- Support the department’s MA program in Public History as a thesis advisor or thesis committee member
- Conduct and publish research commensurate with the department’s expectations for tenure and promotion
- Perform service according to the needs of the department, college, and university
- Participate in community outreach in cooperation with the department, college, and university
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
