Assistant Professor of Instruction - US History

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** Full Consideration Date:
** 01/16/2026
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* Job Description:

** 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.  
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* Required Qualifications:

** 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; and strong communication skills required.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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

For more information, please contact Ken Atkinson by e-mail inson. Pre-employment background checks required.
** Application Instructions:
*** All application materials received by January 16, 2026 will be given full consideration.
* To apply for this position, click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter that directly addresses required qualifications and, where appropriate, preferred qualifications3) Statement of teaching philosophy4) Sample syllabi for a US survey course and an upper-division or graduate course in the applicant’s area of specialization

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