Tenure-Track Public History & Museum Studies Professor

H Net; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History with a Public History specialization. The candidate will teach history courses and contribute to the Museum Studies minor, splitting duties 50/50 between History and Museum Studies.

Preference given to those with broad public history experience, museum studies background, and expertise in Appalachian Studies. The role involves curriculum development, outreach, and partnerships with museums and

Qualifications

• Experience in public history and museum studies preferred.
• Ability to teach both survey and upper-level courses in 19th- and 20th-century American History.
• Excellent teaching, student advocacy and collaboration across faculty and community.

Responsibilities

• Teach History courses and Museum Studies minor (50/50).
• Contribute to curriculum development, recruitment and partnerships with museums and historic sites.
• Fulfill service to department, college and community.

Skills

Public History

Museum Studies

Oral History

Archives

Appalachian Studies

Heritage Tourism

Job description

Fairmont State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History with a Public History specialization. The candidate will teach history courses and contribute to the Museum Studies minor, splitting duties 50/50 between History and Museum Studies.

Preference given to those with broad public history experience, museum studies background, and expertise in Appalachian Studies. The role involves curriculum development, outreach, and partnerships with museums and