Assistant Professor of History; U.S. History

Position: Assistant Professor of History (U.S. History)
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title Assistant Professor of History (U.S. History)

Requisition F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department Dept of History Open Date 01/29/2026 Quicklink

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Dr. Pinar Emiralioglu Title

Chair, U.S. History Search Committee

Box 2239

Huntsville, TX

Contact Phone  Contact Email mpe
005

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of History at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin Fall 2026.

The department seeks an historian of the United States with the ability to teach one or both halves of the United States history survey course. Chronological specialization and methodological approach open, but a preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to the War & Violence track of the department's thriving MA program. A preference will also be given to candidates with experience in public history (and who therefore can support the department's public history initiatives).

Educational Requirements for the Position

Ph.D. in History is required prior to appointment. ABD candidates may apply; however, the Ph.D. must be completed before the start of the appointment.

Experience Required for the Position Other Requirements for the Position

Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to engaging Sam Houston State University's undergraduate and graduate students. Experience delivering successful online graduate courses in history a plus. The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester, including one or both halves of the United States history survey, as well as upper-division and graduate courses in the candidate's area(s) of specialization.

Special Instructions Summary

To apply , upload a letter of application, addressed to Dr. Pinar Emiralioglu, chairperson of the search committee; a curriculum vitae; unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts of all post-secondary education will be required of all finalists); a writing sample of chapter length; a teaching statement; and three letters of recommendation. If a candidate has not completed the doctorate, one letter must be from the candidate's advisor, addressing the state of the dissertation.

Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Please note:

References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled Yes