F99613 Assistant Professor History
About the role
The History program in the Department of Social Sciences at Northeastern State University invites applications for a position as assistant professor (or instructor) in United States history. The ideal candidate will have academic specializations in and the ability to teach courses in one or more of the following: modern US history, Native American history, the history of the West, and/or the borderlands. The ability to integrate active learning and digital resources into the classroom is desired. Willingness to teach face-to-face or online is expected. The anticipated start date is January 2027.
Responsibilities
- Teach a 4/4 teaching load, encompassing both U.S. history surveys and upper-level courses in the candidate’s areas of specialization
- Courses may be cross-listed with courses in the department of Cherokee and Indigenous Studies
- Liaise with student and community organizations to promote learning activities
Requirements
- Ph.D. in history preferred by time of appointment; ABD considered
- Previous Teaching Experience Preferred
Institution
Northeastern State University is located in Tahlequah, about an hour southeast of Tulsa, in the heart of Oklahoma’s Green Country and nestled at the foot of the Ozark Mountains. The University traces its roots back to the founding of the original Cherokee National Female Seminary in 1851, and the area’s rich traditions, heritage sites, and museums offer numerous opportunities for experiential learning.
Application materials
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae with contact information for three professional references
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
Review of applications will begin September 15, but the position will remain open until filled.
Pay
Annual salary $55,790.00
Benefits
Excellent benefits, including generous leave time.