The Adina Lee Savin and W Benson Harer Visiting Scholar in Egyptology, History Department Visiting Faculty
About The Position
The Department of History at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) invites applications for the Adina Lee Savin and W Benson Harer Visiting Scholar in Egyptology. This is a one-semester position, available in either Fall 2027 or Spring 2028. The role is designed for scholars taking a semester sabbatical from their home institution or for up-and-coming scholars seeking a postdoctoral opportunity. The successful candidate will specialize in Ancient Egyptian History, Archaeology, Religion, Society, or Art, covering the period from Predynastic to the Roman Periods. The position includes housing, a partial meal plan, $2,500 towards relocation expenses, and a $27,000 stipend. CSUSB hosts the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA), which has a significant collection of Egyptian artifacts.
Requirements
- PhD in Egyptology or a related field by June 2027 or earlier.
- Distinguished record in teaching and research in related fields.
- Ability to teach Egyptology and transferable skills in a dynamic way to non-traditional students who likely will not continue in the field.
- Ability to implement effective teaching strategies for non-traditional and first generation students, especially in a world with AI and other new technologies.
Nice To Haves
- Be an active member of the CSUSB community.
Responsibilities
- Teach one upper-division class on Ancient Egyptian History, Society, Archaeology, or Art for the Department of History. The candidate can design their own course or teach an existing one such as Ancient Egyptian Culture and Society, Ancient Egyptian Archaeology, Ancient Egyptian History Origins to 1700BCE, Ancient Egyptian History 1700 BCE to 1000 BCE, or Ancient Egyptian History 1000 BCE to 495CE.
- Be a keynote speaker for a community-based event focused on Egyptology, typically held at the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA).
- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.
- Work effectively with faculty, staff, and students across a wide range of disciplines.
Benefits
- Housing
- Partial meal plan
- $2,500 towards relocation expenses
- A $27,000 stipend
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
