Tenure-Track History Professor: Early America to Civil War

Northern; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern State University in Aberdeen invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History. The appointment focuses on Early American History through the Civil War and includes mentorship, curriculum development, and contributing to the university's scholarly community.

The position starts August 2027; teaching twelve credit hours per semester, engaging with the community, advising students, and pursuing research while maintaining an active campus presence.

Qualifications

• PhD in History, Early American History through Civil War era; ABD candidates with definite completion date may be considered.
• Experience teaching or developing digital public history projects preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education.

Responsibilities

• Teach twelve credit hours per semester in introductory and upper-level American History courses.
• Direct student learning opportunities and experiential learning experiences.
• Build and sustain connections with community businesses and organizations to support student learning.
• Advise students on career pathways.
• Support departmental recruitment and retention efforts.
• Engage in research and scholarly activity.
• Maintain a visible, engaged presence within the department and across campus.

Skills

Teaching

Undergraduate education

Advising

Research

Education

PhD in History

ABD consideration

Job description

Northern State University in Aberdeen invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History. The appointment focuses on Early American History through the Civil War and includes mentorship, curriculum development, and contributing to the university's scholarly community.

The position starts August 2027; teaching twelve credit hours per semester, engaging with the community, advising students, and pursuing research while maintaining an active campus presence.