Associate Professor - History

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Associate Professor - History at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Wayne State University has an available position of Associate Professor in Detroit, MI.

Job duties include: Teach university courses in history including HIST 3400 - The Car in American Life and Labor; HIST 3650 - History of Detroit; HIST 5290/7290 - Workers in American History; HIST 5300/7300 - American Capitalism Since 1945; HIST 5996 – Capstone; & HIST 8030 - Modern American History.

Advise students.

Conduct research in 20th century labor history in the United States.

Collaborate with colleagues/faculty in Department of Public Health to develop courses in addiction issues in the workplace.

Publish results of research in peer-reviewed journals & present at professional conferences.

Qualifications:

Position requires a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in History & 36 months experience as a university teacher.

Position also requires: 1) Ph.D. dissertation in 20th century labor history; & 2) One monograph in 20th century labor history published by an academic press.

Qualified candidates should apply through the WSU Online Hiring System at https://jobs.wayne.edu.