Assistant Professor of Modern World History
About The Position
The Department of History invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026, contingent upon the availability of authorized funding. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s undergraduate and graduate curriculum through teaching in the field of Modern World History. Candidates should be prepared to situate Modern Europe in a Global Context. The successful candidate will teach broad survey courses in European, and Asian or African History that focus on colonialism, empire, and global connections. The candidate will also develop upper- and graduate-level courses in their area of specialization. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to: Advise undergraduate History majors and, as appropriate, graduate students Maintain an active program of scholarly research appropriate for a tenure-track appointment at a comprehensive public university Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels Effective teaching, scholarly productivity, and meaningful service are required for retention, promotion, and tenure.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in History or a closely related field by the time of appointment
- Demonstrated evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level
Nice To Haves
- Research and/or teaching interests that engage with colonialism, empire, or global historical processes
- Demonstrated potential for scholarly publication or ongoing research
- Demonstrated experience in, or clear potential for, effective graduate-level teaching
- Experience working with diverse student populations and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogy
Responsibilities
- Advise undergraduate History majors and, as appropriate, graduate students
- Maintain an active program of scholarly research appropriate for a tenure-track appointment at a comprehensive public university
- Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels
Benefits
- As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
