Assistant Professor-History & Anthropology-Public History

Assistant Professor-History & Anthropology-Public History

The Department of History and Anthropology is searching for an engaging teacher and scholar specializing in public history with a chronological or geographic field that complements the needs of the department. The candidate will teach courses in historic site administration, heritage interpretation, and collections management, while also offering lower‑level history courses, upper‑level courses in their field of expertise, and other specializations that strengthen the department.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate classes, primarily face‑to‑face with some online instruction.
• Recruit and advise students to support retention and completion efforts.
• Maintain a schedule of regular office hours.
• Attend department meetings and engage in service.
• Maintain an active research program with opportunities for student participation.
• Provide service to the department/college/university, including participation in recruitment and retention activities.

• Ph.D. or ABD (with Ph.D. by August 2026) in history or related field; or terminal degree in Historic Preservation or Public History from a regionally accredited university.
• Graduate training and expertise in public history, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to teach historic site administration and heritage interpretation.
• Secondary area of specialization complementary to the department’s strengths.
• Willingness to support digital humanities initiatives and community partnerships.
• Demonstrated excellence in face‑to‑face teaching at the college/university level.
• Willingness to develop and teach online, Hyflex, and blended courses.
• Active research program with opportunities for student involvement.
• Commitment to undergraduate education and the regional service mission of a mid‑sized university.
• Strong communication skills.
• Commitment to collegiality within the university community.

The position is available on August 1, 2026 and will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 15, 2026
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• Letter of interest addressing required position qualifications
• Statement of teaching philosophy and research agenda (maximum 1 page total)
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts are required when an offer of employment is accepted)
• Contact information for three professional references

Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student‑centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences. SEMO values access to high‑quality, affordable education and a diverse learning community.