Assistant Professor, Early American History (Pre-1815)

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Early American history, focusing on the period before 1815. The department seeks an scholar with strong research, teaching across US surveys, graduate seminars, and contribution to core history curriculum.

The appointment begins August 16, 2027, with review beginning November 15, 2026. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in History by start date; ABD will be considered if completion is expected before start date.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Teach the first half of the US Survey and an upper-level class on the American Revolution.
• Provide graduate seminars in Early American history.
• Develop specialized courses in field expertise and contribute to Auburn's core history curriculum (in-person).

Skills

Teaching history

Graduate seminars

Course development

Education

Ph.D. in History

Job description

Overview

Assistant Professor, Early American History (Pre-1815)

The Department of History at Auburn University seeks applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of assistant professor in Early American history, with a focus on the period before 1815.

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2026 and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Please see http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/ for more details.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to teach the first half of the US Survey, an upper-level class on the American Revolution, graduate seminars on Early American history, and will be able to develop specialized courses in their fields of expertise. Contributions to Auburn’s core history curriculum (in-person instruction) are also expected

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in History or a related field is required; outstanding candidates who are ABD will be considered but completion of the degree is expected prior to the start of the appointment on August 16, 2027.

Candidates must provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 25 pages, and the names and contact information for three referees. Letters of recommendation, official transcripts, teaching materials, and other materials may be requested after the initial review.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The candidate selected must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally during employment.

Contract Type

Continuing

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