CLA 4021 Assistant Professor, African American History

Towson University; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Health, life & retirement plans

Job summary

Towson University invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month Assistant Professor of African American History in the History Department. The appointment will commence August 2027, with a focus on African American History from the Colonial Era to 1900.

Requirements include a PhD in History or related field by February 1, 2028 (ABD considered at Instructor rank). The successful candidate will demonstrate teaching excellence and an active research agenda, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD in History or related fields required.
• ABD applicants considered, but appointment at Instructor rank with degree completion by February 1, 2028.
• Research specialization in African American History from the Colonial Era to 1900; all geographic areas welcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in African American History and mentor students.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Communication

Education

PhD in History

Job description

COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS
Department of History
Assistant Professor, African American History to 1900

CLA-4021

Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Position:

The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month position for an Assistant Professor of African American History in the Department of History. Preferred start date August 2027.

Qualifications:

PhD in History or related fields required. ABD applicants considered, but appointment will be at the 'Instructor' rank and all degree requirements must be completed by February 1, 2028. Research specialization in African American History from the Colonial Era to 1900, all geographic areas of specialization are welcome. Demonstrated excellence in teaching in applicant’s field of specialization. Demonstrated scholarship and active research agenda.

Salary and Benefits:

Targeted salary range: $72,000-75,000 commensurate with experience.

Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission.