Full-Time Faculty, History/Political Science Department, Tenure Track

The Department of History and Political Science is hiring a tenure-track line in World History. We seek a scholar whose research and teaching are grounded in global and comparative frameworks, with demonstrated expertise in world regions outside North America. Given the department's emphasis on the history of law, medicine, disease, and education as global phenomena, we are particularly interested in candidates who bring that comparative depth to those fields.

The successful candidate will shape the curriculum, mentor undergraduates through independent research, and bring a genuinely global perspective to every course they teach. This is a full-time teaching role at a mission-driven institution. The position carries a full load of 7 courses (21 units) per year, responsibility for core major courses, leadership of the History major re-development, oversight of senior theses, and advising for History majors, minors, and the social science teacher concentration. Required courses will include courses on the history of medicine, disease, law, and digital humanities. This position will be responsible for leading the design of the major and minor- with an emphasis on undergraduate research opportunities and project-based learning.

Position Annual Hiring Salary Range: $70,000 - $73,000

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Job Requirements: PhD in History required. Applicants who are near completion of the PhD will be considered. Applicants who are near completion of the PhD will need to provide an estimated filing date.

The position will begin Fall semester 2026.

Additional Information:
Work Location: Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles)
Start Date: August 19, 2026
Applications Deadline: Open until filled

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