Visiting Assistant Professor of History (African History)

Department: Dept of History

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

Open until filled: Yes

Requisition number: 202300041F

Usual duties:

The Department of History at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, to begin Fall 2023. This is a one-year appointment.

The department seeks an historian of sub-Saharan Africa. Regional and chronological specializations open. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester, to include both halves of the World History survey as well as upper-division and graduate courses in African history. Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to engaging Sam Houston State University’s undergraduate and graduate students, as well as a promising research agenda. Online teaching experience is a plus.

Degree Requirements:

N/A

Experience Requirements:

Ph.D. in History is required prior to appointment. ABD candidates may apply; however, the Ph.D. must be completed before the start of the appointment.

Other Requirements for the Position:

N/A

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