Lecturer in History

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes people of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self‑realization, and the common good.

Position Title: Lecturer in History

Academic Year: 2026–2027

Position Summary: The Department of History invites part‑time faculty candidates for Lecturer in History within the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Studies. The Lecturer in History will teach survey courses in World History or United States History as needed by the department. Faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Position End Date (if temporary): NA (part‑time faculty)

This position is not benefits eligible.

• Prepare course outlines and teach survey courses in World History or United States History based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful exams and assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure that standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3‑hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record‑keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology.
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Master’s Degree in History.

One (1) year of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level, with documentation of student evaluations.

Ph.D. in History.

None specified.

Based on course assignment.

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number: UN1030PO
Number of Vacancies: 8
Job Type: Part Time
Job Category: Faculty
Desired

Start Date:

–
Multi‑Hire Pool: Yes
Position End Date (if temporary): –
Reports to: Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Salary: $2,800/class (Master’s); $3,100/class (Doctorate)
Open Date: 05/26/2026
Close Date: 02/01/2027
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicant: N/A.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and a “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, the employee is required to promptly report any incident that they witness or receive information about Title IX violations, as outlined in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.