Early American and Public History Professor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Early American and Public History. The role is onsite in Salem, MA, with the standard 12 credit hours per semester load and responsibilities across teaching, advising, and scholarly work.

The position requires a PhD in history (ABD considered with completion by August 31, 2027) and a track record or potential in community-engaged or digital history. Salary range is competitive and includes benefits.

Qualifications

• Teaching, advising, scholarship, and service to department and university.
• Active research agenda and evidence of ongoing publications or projects.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and supporting a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in early American and public history.
• Advise students and participate in scholarship.
• Contribute to department and university improvements and mission.
• Maintain a 12 credit hour teaching load per semester.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research agenda

Inclusive teaching

Education

PhD in history

ABD considered; PhD by Aug 31, 2027

Job description

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Job Description - Early American and Public History Professor (260005MS)

Job Description

Early American and Public History Professor - ( 260005MS )

Description

Duties and Responsibilities

Candidatesare required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improvethe department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in history with specialization in early American history. ABD candidates will be considered, but PhD must be conferred by August 31, 2027.
• Candidates must have demonstrated experience in historic preservation, material culture, digital history, and/or community-engaged practice.
  

• Previous teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Evidence of an active research agenda.
• Salem State University seeks faculty and librarians whose teaching, scholarship, and service will contribute to student success, academic excellence, and the university’s public mission. We welcome candidates with demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from varied backgrounds and to support an inclusive learning environment. Applicants may describe relevant accomplishments in teaching, scholarship/research, service, and community-engaged work.

Working Location

This is an onsitepositionin Salem, MA with on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Foraccommodation information or requests please email [e-mail] .

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

Salary

80,000.00 - 85,000.00 Yearly

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No

Official Title : Assistant Professor

If you have Diversity, Affinitive Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Jenifer Murphy - 9785426508