"Assistant Professor in African American History"

Assistant Professor in African American History

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Department: History - 250400

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in history or a related field, teaching experience, and evidence of scholarly potential expected.
• Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by August 2026.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

Ability to teach courses in area of specialization, as well as American history surveys, required. Candidates with an ability to support the department's programs are encouraged to apply.

Description of the Department or Unit

The Department of History at Appalachian State provides students with knowledge of their own cultural tradition and an appreciation of other cultures and societies of the past. It promotes an appreciation of the complexity of human affairs and the difficulties involved in interpreting them. The Department offers a broad curriculum in local, national, regional, and world history which encourages history majors to develop a comparative approach to human problems. The department offers four undergraduate majors, and five concentrations within a master's degree program - employing approximately 30 tenure-line faculty members. Additional information about the department, the university and the surrounding area is located at: https://history.appstate.edu/

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach courses in area of specialization and American history surveys. In addition to instructional duties, faculty members are expected to maintain an active program of scholarship as well as participate in service activities. The successful applicant should support Appalachian State University's Strategic Priorities.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2026

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 11/20/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52239

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.