Special Assistant Professor of U.S. History
Position Title:
Special Assistant Professor of U.S. History
School/Division:
Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Social Science
Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time
Description:
The Department of History at Hofstra University invites applications for the position of a one-year (nonrenewable) Special Assistant Professor of U.S. History, starting September 1, 2026. The teaching load is 18 credit hours annually, including at least six in public history.
- We seek applicants who are eager to cooperate with faculty, students, and staff of all backgrounds who demonstrate an interest in and a record of success in public history and community engagement, who have teaching and research experience in U.S. public history, material culture and/or museum studies, and/ or digital history.
- Along with undergraduate classroom teaching the successful candidate will help direct internships and continue to build our community partnerships with local museums, archives, and historic sites.
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in history is required at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in 17th-19th century U.S. social, urban, and/ or indigenous history are welcome, although other fields may be considered.
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