Assistant Professor of History

South Dakota Board of Regents; Aberdeen, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History with a focus on Early American History through the Civil War era. The position anchors a teaching and mentoring role within the History and Social Sciences Department in Aberdeen, SD, with a start date anticipated in August 2027.

The successful candidate will teach twelve credit hours per semester and participate actively in departmental life, research, and community engagement across

Qualifications

• PhD in History with a specialty in Early American History through the Civil War era.
• ABD candidates with a definite completion date may be considered.
• Experience teaching or developing digital public history projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach twelve credit hours per semester in introductory and upper-level American History courses.
• Direct student learning opportunities, including experiential learning and other applied student experiences.
• Build and sustain connections with community businesses and organizations to support student learning.
• Advise students on career pathways.
• Support departmental student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Engage in research and scholarly activity.

Skills

Teaching experience

Digital public history

Education

PhD in History (Early American History through the Civil War era)

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of History and Social Sciences at Northern State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History. This position offers the opportunity to teach and mentor students in Early American History through the Civil War era while contributing to the department’s research culture and to university life more broadly. The anticipated start date is August 2027.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in History, with a specialty in Early American History through the Civil War era; any focus within that broad period is welcome. ABD candidates with a definite completion date prior to the position’s start date may also be considered.
• Experience teaching or developing digital public history projects is preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach twelve credit hours per semester in introductory and upper-level American History courses. Beyond the classroom, the successful candidate will serve as an active member of the department and university community by:

• Directing student learning opportunities, including experiential learning and other applied student experiences
• Building and sustaining connections with community businesses and organizations to support student learning
• Advising students on career pathways
• Supporting departmental student recruitment and retention efforts
• Engaging in research and scholarly activity
• Maintaining a visible, engaged presence within the department and across campus

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Fine Arts, the School of Business, and the Millicent Atkins School of Education. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies.

Northern State University is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The university enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, NSU is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects include the new Business and Health Innovations Center, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields, three new residence halls, and significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and the Barnett Athletics Center.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455