History - Assistant or Associate Professor of 18th​/19th Century United States History

History
- Assistant or Associate Professor of 18th/19th Century United States History

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title History
- Assistant or Associate Professor of 18th/19th Century United States History

Hope College seeks a tenure-track assistant or associate professor in 18th- and 19th-century United States history, with a focus on African American history. The successful candidate will offer survey courses of United States history to 1877, the history of race and ethnicity in the United States, and upper-level history courses on the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. We encourage candidates to propose additional courses that will contribute to the breadth of our department offerings.

Is this a visiting faculty position?

Is this a visiting faculty position? No

Rank

Rank Assistant or Associate

Qualifications

Ph.D. in hand is preferred, but ABDs with a clear defense date are welcome to apply. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their Christian faith and commitment to the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines;
Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/work spaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

“All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.”

Posting Number

Posting Number FR

Job Posting Open Date

Job Posting Open Date 08/19/2026

Job Posting Close Date

Job Posting Close Date 10/30/2026

Open Until Filled No

Is this position available for sponsorship No