History Department, University of Missouri - St. Louis

The History Department at the University of Missouri-St. Louis invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor, with open areas of specialization. Dynamic and inclusive teaching practices and a commitment to supporting the success of students from diverse background are high priorities. The successful candidate will have teaching experience in post-secondary education, demonstrating familiarity with creative approaches to teaching United States/or World History. The ideal candidate will also contribute to campus and community-based public and digital humanities programs.

The new faculty member will build connections with community partners, including National History Day and the Advanced Credit Program. The ideal candidate will be able to teach methods courses required for the major and upper-level courses in their specialty area.

This position is a one-year, non-tenure track, benefits eligible appointment with possibility of annual reappointment and promotion through the ranks of associate and full teaching professor. Faculty in NTT positions contribute 80% of their time to teaching and 20% to service at the departmental, college, and university levels. The expected teaching load for this position is 4/4 with the potential for summer teaching opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• 4-4 teaching load including courses in U.S. and World History
• Online and in-person teaching

Coordination of annual National History Day events on campus or comparable service.

Required Qualifications:
* Doctoral degree in history, or a related discipline
* Evidence of successful instructional experience at the university level for both in-person and online teaching

Candidates will be evaluated on:
* Prior experience teaching U.S. or World History at a university level
* Knowledge of archival collections and museums in the St. Louis Area
* Experience in Digital Humanities.

Please combine all application materials into a single PDF and upload it to the portal. For full consideration, please submit application by February 5, 2024. The position will remain open until filled. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed via video conference. Finalists will be invited for a campus visit. The following materials are required:

* a cover letter stating qualifications, interest in the position, and how your experiences and expertise align with the UM System Values Statement (below).

* curriculum vitae;

* teaching philosophy statement including a description of potential courses;

* two sample syllabi;

* contact information (name and email address) for three professional references.

Questions about this position can be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Minsoo Kang (kangmi@umsl.edu).

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 5th 2024, but they will be accepted until the position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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