"History: Visiting Assistant Professor of United States History – NEW!"

(posted 2/5/26)

The History Department at Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of United States History. This is a full-time, one-year position beginning July 1, 2026. Please visit this web page to learn more about Hollins; its commitment to belonging, pluralism, and student success; faculty development; the university’s students; and the Roanoke Valley.

Position and Qualifications

The teaching load for the year will be six classes (typically three classes per semester). Teaching responsibilities will include a variety of courses at the introductory and advanced level and helping with the supervision of senior theses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Field of specialization is open, but the ideal candidate will be prepared to teach either half of the U.S. history survey.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in history in hand by July 1, 2026. The successful applicant will show a strong commitment to teaching at a liberal arts institution and demonstrate the ability to teach students from a broad range of backgrounds.

Application Process

Screening of candidates will begin on March 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae

Candidates advanced to the second phase of review will be invited to submit the following materials:

• A sample syllabus
• Three letters of recommendation (at least one of which must focus specifically on the candidate’s teaching experience and abilities)
• Unofficial copy of graduate school transcripts

Applicants should submit materials to historysearch@hollins.edu. The selected candidate will be asked to submit official transcripts to the Office of the Provost, and once they accept a contingent employment offer, a criminal history background check will be conducted. For questions about the position, please contact search chair, Rachel Nuñez, at rnunez@hollins.edu.

About Hollins

Hollins University is dedicated to academic excellence, creativity, belonging, and preparing students for lives of purpose. Hollins provides an outstanding and academically rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education for women and entrepreneurial and innovative graduate programs for all in a gender-inclusive environment. The university promotes opportunities for research, study abroad, and leadership training, and offers real-world experience through global internships supported by an extensive alumnae/i network.

Hollins University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Visit www.hollins.edu for more information.