History & Geography - Full-Time, Temporary, Non-Tenure Track Visiting Assistant Professor

University-of-Central-Oklahom; Edmond (OK); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Central Oklahoma invites applications for a full-time visiting assistant professor in History. A Ph.D. in History or a related field is required by appointment.

The successful candidate will teach introductory US History surveys and African/African American and/or Atlantic World History for Spring 2027, with potential to teach upper-level undergraduate/graduate courses. The candidate will teach four courses per semester (12 credit hours) and contribute to the department’s

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History or related field conferred by the start date.
• Must reside in Oklahoma by the first day of employment.
• Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Teach four courses per semester (12 credit hours).
• Teach introductory US History surveys, African/African American, and/or Atlantic World History.
• Contribute to the department curriculum and history core.
• May teach specialized undergraduate/graduate courses at upper levels.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Transformative education

Formation

Ph.D. in History

Description du poste

Introduction:The Department of History and Geography at the University of Central Oklahoma invites applications for a full-time visiting assistant professor. Ph.D. in History or a related field is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will teach introductory US History surveys, African, African American, and/or Atlantic World History for the Spring 2027 semester. Preference is given to candidates who can contribute to broader department curriculum.Position Overview and Job Duties:The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester (12 credit hours) in the undergraduate curriculum. The majority of the assignment will support the department’s history core and introductory-level surveys, though it may also include the opportunity to teach specialized undergraduate/graduate courses at upper levels.College/Department Overview:The Department of History and Geography includes 14 full-time faculty members and offers undergraduate degree programs in history, geography, history education, women’s gender and sexuality studies, and museum studies, as well as graduate programs in history and museum studies.Qualifications/Experience Required:An earned Ph.D. in History or a related field conferred by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution is required. Candidate must reside in the State of Oklahoma by the first day of employment.Qualifications/Experience Preferred:Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:The successful candidate will possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with a commitment to transformative education.Physical Demands:Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with ADA requirements to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Application Instructions:To apply, complete the online application and supply:A cover letter that discusses research interests and teaching experienceA current curriculum vitaeNames, affiliations, and contact information for three academic referencesOfficial transcripts for all higher education degree