Assistant Professor of American Studies

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of American Studies in the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, with a preferred start date in August 2027. This nine-month position will be based in Georgia and may include teaching on the Kennesaw and Marietta campuses, as well as online formats.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising graduate theses, producing scholarship, pursuing external funding,

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in American Studies or closely related discipline at time of hire.
• At least 2 years of college-level teaching experience as GTA or instructor of record.
• Graduate coursework and/or publications showing ability to teach graduate courses in American Studies: Scholarship and Methods.
• Evidence of scholarly or creative activity indicating potential for an active research program.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate American Studies courses, including core courses in the graduate program.
• Supervise American Studies graduate capstone theses and projects.
• Produce scholarship commensurate with rank and workload.
• Pursue external funding to support scholarship.
• Provide service to the American Studies program and Interdisciplinary Studies department.
• Participate in student success and professional development programs.
• Teach large sections of general education/major courses across Kennesaw, Marietta, and online formats.

Skills

Teaching

Graduate supervision

Scholarly writing

Education

PhD in American Studies

Job description

Assistant Professor of American Studies Job ID: 304440 Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one ofGeorgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of theUniversity System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, careeropportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity,collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employerof choice. As part of the UniversitySystem of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power andpromise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Inaddition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's corevalues of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw StateUniversity in our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State Universitywebsite.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

With its focus on interdisciplinary teaching, scholarship, andcommunity service, the Interdisciplinary Studies Department (ISD)is an innovative and forward-looking department that seeks toprepare students for the challenges of the 21st century, challengesthat require understanding the interconnectedness of people andideas. Our courses bring together insights and faculty frommultiple disciplines across the university and encourage engagedscholarly activities aimed at solving real world problems, from thelocal to the global.

With more than 400 full-time faculty and 8,100 degree-seekingstudents, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & SocialSciences is dedicated to pioneering workforce readiness in thehumanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Artsvalues and integrating practical knowledge and experientiallearning into our curriculum, we empower our students to becomeresponsible citizens ready for the demands of the modern workplace.The home of three schools and eight departments, the College offersmore than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in bothtraditional and interdisciplinary fields. These programs enablestudents to develop leadership, problem-solving, and criticalthinking skills, as well as a strong sense of civic engagement.

The College is committed to the success of our students,faculty, staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experiencehas prepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage ourstudents, partners, and stakeholders effectively.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for afull-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor ofAmerican Studies in the Department of Interdisciplinary Studieswith a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-monthcontracted position and is for work to be performed in the state ofGeorgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate American Studies courses,including core courses in the graduate program in AmericanStudies
• Supervise American Studies graduate capstone theses andprojects
• Produce scholarship commensurate with rank and workload
• Pursue external funding to support scholarship
• Provide service to the American Studies program andInterdisciplinary Studies department
• Participate in student success and professional developmentprograms
• Faculty will also be expected to teach large sections ofgeneral education and/or major courses, teach on both the Kennesawand Marietta campuses, and teach in online, hybrid, and in-personformats.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOCFaculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, inAmerican Studies or a closely related discipline is required at thetime of hire
• At least 2 years of college-level teaching experience as GTAand/or instructor of record
• Graduate coursework and/or scholarly publications thatdemonstrate preparation to teach graduate courses in AmericanStudies Scholarship and Methods
• Documented scholarly or creative activity demonstrating thepotential to maintain an active program of research or creativescholarship

Preferred Qualifications

• Online teaching experience
• Ability to teach graduate courses in public history, historyand culture, the Americas, and/or the graduate capstoneexperience.
• Ability to teach or develop classes outside of current facultyexpertise
• Demonstrated success supporting non-traditional,first-generation, and place-bound students

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letteraddressing research agenda and which KSU American Studiesundergraduate and graduate courses you are prepared to teach
3. UnofficialTranscripts (Official Transcripts and Official InternationalCourse-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phonenumbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.
5. TeachingPhilosophy
6. Evidence of Teaching effectiveness: include a summaryofteaching evaluations, a teaching observation letter from a facultysupervisor, or a teaching portfolio (Upload as AdditionalDocuments)
7. Scholarly or creative activity (Upload as ResearchInterest)

Incomplete applications will not beconsidered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will beginimmediately. For full consideration, please apply by November20, 2026.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact KateSchaab, [e-mail].

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Forquestions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw StateUniversity, please contact the search chair listed under thecontact information section on each posting. For general questionsabout faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSUcommunity. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at EnglishBuilding, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgiabackground check policy, all final candidates will be required toconsent to a criminal background investigation. Finalcandidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history duringthe initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer ofemployment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will beimmediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to includeprofessional references as part of their application process.Some positions may require additional job based screenings such asmotor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screeningand/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf