Assistant Professor - Modern US History

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee perks

Job summary

The Department of History at the University of South Florida seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-earning Assistant Professor position in Modern U.S. History. We welcome applications from those with specializations in transnational migration, diasporic communities or ethnic studies. The position is on a 9-month contract with a start date of August 7, 2027.

Salary is negotiable. The successful applicant will teach two courses a semester, including a U.S. general education survey (U.S.

Qualifications

• PhD in History from an accredited institution is required and must be conferred by the start date.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Preferred candidates will have university-level teaching experience and scholarly publications.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester, including a U.S. general education survey (U.S. History since 1877), upper-level courses in their specialization, and seminars at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Deliver undergraduate and graduate level courses in their specialization.

Skills

Teaching experience

Scholarly publications

Education

PhD in History

Job description

Job Description

The Department of History at the University of South Florida seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-earning Assistant Professor position in Modern U.S. History. We welcome applications from those with specializations in transnational migration, diasporic communities or ethnic studies. The position is on a 9-month contract with a start date of August 7, 2027. Salary is negotiable.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will teach two courses a semester, including a U.S. general education survey (U.S. History since 1877), upper-level courses in their specialization, and seminars at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Qualifications

PhD in History from an accredited institution is required and must be conferred by the start date. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Preferred candidates will have university-level teaching experience and scholarly publications.

The University of South Florida is an R1 research university and member of the American Association of Universities that serves 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa and St. Petersburg, Florida. For information regarding USF, please visit our website at www.usf.edu.

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution.

For disability accommodations, contact Callie Hallett at 813-974-2809 or [e-mail] a minimum of five working days in advance.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

About Us

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.