"History Temporary Instructor (Asian History) | Temporary Half-Time | 2026-27| I02466"

Position Details

Posting Number: I02466

Classification Title: Instructor

Working Title: History Temporary Instructor (Asian History) | Temporary Half-Time | 2026-27| I02466

Employee Group: Faculty

Bargaining Unit: APSCUF

Location: Main Campus

Department: History

Employment Type: Temporary PT

Work Schedule: In-person instruction .50 FTE

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania invites applicants for a temporary, part-time, full-year Instructor in its History Department. We are seeking an historian of Asian History to teach a 2-2 load (2 different courses each semester). In addition to World History survey courses, the instructor should be able to teach courses on modern China and Japan, the modern Asian Pacific rim, and East Asian military traditions. There may be an opportunity to develop another course in the candidates area of specialization. All courses are delivered in-person.

Minimum Qualifications

ABD in History with a focus on Asian History (especially modern Japanese and/or Chinese history). Commitment to the education of diverse populations. Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in History, with a focus on Asian History (especially Japanese and/or Chinese history) during the Modern Era. Previous college-level teaching experience preferred. Ability and/or experience teaching online and a demonstrated track record of engaging students beyond the classroom.

Posting Detail Information

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Transcripts may be uploaded using the online system or mailed to the search chair.

Dr. Corinne Gressang (search chair)
History Department
303 Spotts World Cultures Building
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Letters of reference may be requested from applicants who advance in the search process. Reference letters should be mailed directly to the search chair.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 22, 2026. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Also required prior to appointment are copies of successful clearance forms as required by PA Act 153, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Unofficial Transcripts 2

Optional Documents:

1. Unofficial Transcripts 3
2. Writing Sample
3. Teaching Philosophy