Assistant Professor, History

University of Scranton, Department of Communication & Media; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Scranton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in History. The appointment focuses on World History with emphasis on the British Empire and the Global South. The successful candidate will teach courses, pursue an active research program, and contribute to service within the Department of History.

Minimum qualification is a Ph.D. in History; candidates should demonstrate potential for scholarly achievement and effective teaching in a Jesuit, Catholic

Qualifications

• Requires a Ph.D. in History.
• Tenure-track, Assistant Professor.
• Teaching World History survey and related courses.
• Maintain a scholarly research program and participate in service.

Responsibilities

• Teach World History survey and related courses.
• Develop courses on the British Empire with a focus on the Global South.
• Maintain scholarly research program and perform service to the Department, University, and Community.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Service

Education

Ph.D. in History

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

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University Mission

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.

Department History Job Purpose

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Immigration sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

Tenure-track role of Assistant Professor for the History Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Scranton.

Essential Duties

Responsibilities include teaching the World History survey as well as other courses in other areas of expertise. Teach courses related to the British Empire with a particular focus on the Global South (South/Southeast Asia, Africa, etc.). Maintain a scholarly research program and perform service to the Department, University, and Community.

Requirements

Additional Skills Required Minimum Education Requirements

Requires a Ph.D. in History.

Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 9 Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Tenure Track Is this posting collecting references?

Posting Details

Posting Number F00620P Open Date 09/11/2026 Close Date 10/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae