"Assistant Professor in History-Modern Europe"

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant Professor in History-Modern Europe

Agency: Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department: Department of History, Philosophy, and Geography

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: San Antonio, Texas

Job Type: Faculty

Job Description: The Department of History, Philosophy, and Geography is seeking applications from qualified candidates with a robust research agenda for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in Modern European History beginning in Fall 2026. Within Modern European History, scholars whose research focuses on themes of the History of Science and Technology or the History of Medicine are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will direct student research projects, teach world civilizations and upper-level undergraduate history courses, and work with pre-service teaching candidates in preparation for teaching certification exams. The base teaching load at A&M-SA is 3/3. The department seeks excellence in instruction, research, and service. Summer teaching assignments may be available but are not guaranteed.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Required Education and Experience:

• A Ph.D. by the time of appointment in history or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• A minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in history.
• University teaching experience commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Demonstrated specialization in Modern European history.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement including engagement with the field of Modern European history.

The priority date for applications is October 15, 2025. The position is open until filled.

In a letter of interest which explains a research agenda and teaching experience, please also speak to the following topic: Commitment to working with TAMU-SA’s population of students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Finalists must request at least three current letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the author to the Search Committee Chair, via USPS or email delivery. If selected, finalists must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired.

Official transcripts must be on file with the Office of the Provost, and sent directly from each degree-granting institution to Texas A&M University-San Antonio at the address listed below. We cannot accept transcripts issued directly to the candidate. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator (e.g., AACRAO; http://www.aacrao.org/credential/index.htm).

Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Human Resources
ATTN: Joni Foster
One University Way, Ste. 435
San Antonio, Texas 78224

Please direct any questions to Dr. William Kiser: william.kiser@tamusa.edu

Applicant Instructions: Please make sure to provide the following documents: Application/Faculty Form, Letter of Interest, Resume / CV, Unofficial copies of transcripts. For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link: http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html