Assistant Professor of Instruction - US History

University of Northern Iowa • Cedar Falls, IA

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About The Position

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of History seeks applications for a three-year term Assistant Professor of Instruction in US History, with a research specialty in either the Revolutionary era or the Civil War era to complement existing department strengths, starting in August 2026. This position will teach and develop courses in the Department of History as assigned, including introductory and general education courses at the undergraduate level and graduate coursework for the department's fully online MA program. The successful candidate's workload will include teaching and service obligations. Faculty resources, including office space with computer and printer and library privileges, will be provided to support teaching and research.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in US History by start of employment with a research specialization in either the Revolutionary era or the Civil War era
• A record of success in teaching at the college level
• Evidence of effective online teaching
• Strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. completion by the time of application preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses in the Department of History as assigned
• Teach introductory and general education courses at the undergraduate level
• Teach graduate coursework for the department's fully online MA program
• Service obligations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees