Adjunct Faculty in History - Siena University

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The Siena University Department of History is hiring an adjunct faculty to teach one section of HIST 103:
West & the World , in the fall 2026 semester. This survey course is part of the university's core curriculum serving students in every major.

Primary Duties

• Teach courses in accordance with university and departmental policies and procedures
• Teach courses in accordance with the course goals and student learning outcomes established by the Department of History, and uphold the mission and values of the university.
• Hold office hours according to academic policy.
• Prepare and submit timely grade reports and other reports on student performance as may be scheduled or required.
• Organize class activities and assignments, relating them to the overall learning outcomes of the course.
• Demonstrate effective instructional methodology as documented by the Adjunct Review Committee on the class observation form

Course to be taught:

History 103 West and the World

This course provides a broad historical study of the main trends and events in global history from 1500 to 1900. It examines how patterns of interaction in the past have contributed to shaping historical change. Students will learn to understand and appreciate the important role of cross-cultural communication between the civilizations of "the West" and the rest of the World. They will examine the human condition over time, both the role of the powerful and the powerless.

This course also introduces students to the discipline and methodologies of history. Students will engage with enduring questions of human concern, demonstrate competence in historical literacy, and practice intercultural knowledge and respect.

• Applicants must possess a Master's degree in History; a PhD in History is preferred.
• Prior university teaching experience and familiarity with Canvas LMS is preferred.

Pay Rate:$1333.34 per contact hour

* The hiring pay rate above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law.

Siena University offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The highlights include:

• Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements
• Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Eligible University employees enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break
• Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to University community lectures and productions, complimentary University gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more.

Siena University is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission.

Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints!

Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, current CV with references and evidence of excellence in…