History Assistant Professor - US & State Constitutions

Nevada State University; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match 19.25%

Sick leave days

Paid holidays

Educational benefits

Health insurance plans

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of History with an emphasis on US and/or State constitutions. The primary location is the North Las Vegas campus, with potential assignments online or at Henderson campus depending on funding and facility readiness.

Responsibilities include teaching core history and humanities courses, recruiting students, serving on committees, and engaging in scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History; ABD allowed with the expectation that the Ph.D. will be completed by July31,2027.
• Proven excellence in teaching at the college or university level as evidenced by student evaluations, teaching awards, and other markers.
• Ability to teach HIST101, HIST102, CH203, and PSC101.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment‑related visas).
• Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Responsibilities

• Teach core Nevada State University courses in history, core humanities, and political science in‑person format at the North Las Vegas campus. The 9-month teaching load is 4 courses per semester (fall and spring), also known as a 4/4 load. New faculty receive two course releases in their first year.
• Recruit new students into the history and history pre‑law degree programs.
• Serve on departmental and college‑wide committees.
• Engage in scholarly activity within your discipline.

Skills

Teaching at college/university level

Recruiting students

Committee service

Scholarly activity

Education

Ph.D. in History

Job description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of History with an emphasis on US and/or State constitutions. The primary location is the North Las Vegas campus, with potential assignments online or at Henderson campus depending on funding and facility readiness.

Responsibilities include teaching core history and humanities courses, recruiting students, serving on committees, and engaging in scholarly activity.