Assistant Professor of History; History

Position: Assistant Professor of History (World History)
Location: Tougaloo

Postion summary

The tougaloo college department of history invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in world history with a specialization in african, european, or latin american history, to begin fall 2026. Candidates whose research examines social justice and/or social movements in a global context are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate should have a ph.d. In history at the time of appointment, but candidates who are abd and on track to complete their degree in fall 2025 or spring 2026 will be given consideration.

Teaching responsibilities include a 4/4 undergraduate course load which includes world history i/ii and specialized upper-level courses in the candidate's area of specialization. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience. In addition to teaching, scholarship, and service, the candidate will work with the department chair and be involved in the life, growth and development of the department and provide academic advising and mentorship to history majors.

In addition to teaching assigned classes, other duties will include conducting examinations, grading student work, advising student academic progress, keeping accurate records of student performance, attending departmental and campus-wide meetings, and participating in campus activities and committees.

The selected candidate is supervised by the department chair, and the individual who fills this position has the opportunity to influence departmental curriculum development and implementation. The selected candidate will also participate in departmental recruiting and service to the college activities as assigned.

Duties

In addition to teaching assigned classes, other duties will include conducting examinations, grading student work, advising student academic progress, keeping accurate records of student performance, attending departmental and campus-wide meetings, and participating in campus activities and committees.

The selected candidate is supervised by the department chair, and the individual who fills this position has the opportunity to influence departmental curriculum development and implementation. The selected candidate will also participate in departmental recruiting and service to the college activities as assigned.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

A ph.d. In history (abd candidates who will have degree completed in fall 2025 or spring 2026) is preferred. Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and from underrepresented communities is desired.

Date of position opening

Final date to receive applications

Until position filled

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job listing

Job posting- assistant professor of history .pdf

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Physical address:

Tougaloo college

Attention: director of human resources

500 west county line road

Tougaloo, ms 39174

Tougaloo college is an equal opportunity/affirmative action

Employer

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National origin, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic

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Prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.