Assistant Professor - 20th Century U.S. History

Louisiana State University; Goodwell (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition exemption

Retirement options

Job summary

Louisiana State University’s Department of History invites applications for a tenure-track position in 20th Century U.S. history. We welcome candidates with expertise in capitalism, political history, race/ethnicity, or the environment, and a record of teaching and research excellence.

The appointment begins August 2027. Application deadline is October 15, 2026; background check is required. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester, supervising graduate students, and engaging

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History or equivalent or related field and evidence of excellence in teaching and scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester.
• Assist in the supervision of graduate students in US history.
• Engage in scholarly research and contribute to service within the department and university.

Education

Ph.D. in History or equivalent or related field

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor - 20th Century U.S. History

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM HSS - School of History (Alecia P Long (00011495))

Work Location:

0224 Robert Lee Himes Hall

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

The Department of History in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Louisiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in 20th Century U.S. history. We especially welcome candidates with expertise in the following fields: capitalism, political history, or political economy; the histories of medicine, science, technology, or the environment; race, ethnicity, or borderlands.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester.
• Assist in the supervision of graduate students in US history.
• Engage in scholarly research and contribute to service within the department and university.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in History or equivalent or related field and evidence of excellence in teaching and scholarship.

Appointment Details

The appointment begins August 2027. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Application deadline is October 15, 2026.

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Contact Information

Alecia Long at [e-mail]

Additional Job Description:

Posting Date:

September 2, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

March 1, 2027

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail].