Assistant Professor of History (Public History)

Fairmont State University; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Fairmont State University in Fairmont, WV, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History specializing in Public History for Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach History courses plus Museum Studies minor, with a 50-50 teaching split, and contribute to the History major and Museum Studies minor through curriculum development, outreach, and partnerships.

Preference for broad public history experience and museum studies; additional work in archives, oral history,

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in history or related field.
• ABD will be considered.
• Experience with public history preferred.
• Ability to develop curricula and recruit partnerships.
• Experience with historic archives, oral history, or heritage tourism is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach History courses and Museum Studies minor courses, 50/50.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program growth.
• Build partnerships with museums and historic sites.
• Engage in department and community service.
• Maintain effective use of technology in teaching.

Skills

Teaching

Public History

Curriculum Development

Student Advocacy

Collaboration

Education

Terminal degree in history or related field

ABD considered

Job description

Posting Details

Working Title Assistant Professor of History (Public History)

Type of Position Faculty

Department Dept of Social Science

Appointment Length Aug - May (9 mo)

Tenure Status 2 - Tenure Track

Academic Rank 3 - Assistant Professor

Is this considered a 'term' position? No

Benefits Eligible? Yes

F.T.E. 1.00

Grant Funded Position? No

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The History Program at Fairmont State University is currently recruiting candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History specializing in Public History for a Fall 2027 appointment. The successful candidate for this position will teach courses in History as well as for the Museum Studies minor, with teaching responsibilities divided 50-50 between those fields. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the History major and Museum Studies minor programs through curriculum development, promotion, recruitment, and growing partnerships with local, regional, and national museums and historic sites. Preference will be given to candidates with broad experience in public history, with special consideration given to candidates with experience in museum studies. Additional experience in historical archives, oral history, material culture, historic preservation, heritage tourism, and/or folklore is preferred, as is expertise in Appalachian Studies. The ability to teach both survey and upper-level courses in 19th- and 20th-century American History is strongly preferred. The required teaching load is four classes per semester. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent, enthusiastic teaching and student advocacy; ability to work cooperatively and productively with faculty, staff and students; commitment to productivity and professional development; ability to use technology effectively in teaching, learning and assessment and active participation in department, college and community service.

Minimum Required Education

Terminal degree in history or related field. ABD will beconsidered.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 2026046FP

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Hire Date August 2027

Job Open Date 08/10/2026

Job Close Date 10/05/2026

Open Until Filled No