Visiting Assistant Professor, History

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of History beginning August 2027. The primary expertise should be in Digital Humanities and/or Public Humanities, with additional focus on American History before 1900 and Public History.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and curricular development that integrates digital tools, public-facing scholarship, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History or closely related field by start date; ABD candidates considered with degree conferral by 07/31/2028.
• Proven experience teaching at the undergraduate level; TA experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate History courses.
• Develop interdisciplinary curricula that integrate digital tools and public-facing scholarship.
• Support project-based learning and curricular development within SoHCS.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. in History or closely related field

ABD with degree conferral by 07/31/2028

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor, History

Wright State University

Dayton, OH

The School of Humanities and Cultural Studies (SoHCS) at Wright State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of History beginning August 2027.

We seek candidates whose primary expertise is in Digital Humanities and/or Public Humanities, with additional expertise in American History before 1900, Public History, or related fields.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction in History, including interdisciplinary teaching and curricular development that integrate digital tools, public-facing scholarship, and project-based learning.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in History or closely related field by start date; ABD candidates will be considered with degree conferral by 07/31/2028.
• Proven experience teaching at the undergraduate level. TA experience will be considered.

Wright State University—named in honor of aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright—is located eight miles northeast of downtown Dayton, Ohio. The university serves more than 11,000 students and offers over 340 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and professional academic programs through six colleges and a medical school. Wright State also operates a branch campus, Wright State University–Lake Campus, located on the shores of Grand Lake St. Marys in Celina, Ohio.

by November 15, 2026 for first consideration. Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.