"Visiting Assistant Professor, History - College of Arts & Letters (3460)"

Visiting Assistant Professor, History - College of Arts & Letters (3460)

Pocatello - Main
Priority date: February 2, 2026

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Department of History at Idaho State University (www.isu.edu/history) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin in the fall semester 2026 and is renewable for up to three years. The geographic and chronological focus for this position are open, but preference will be given to scholars whose work is global in nature and addresses the history of medicine. The candidate will broadly contribute to the Department's dynamic undergraduate and graduate curriculum, including general education history courses, established lower-division courses, and upper-division courses in their field of specialization. Idaho State is currently developing an interdisciplinary certificate in the medical humanities, and it is anticipated that the candidate will contribute courses toward it.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach three courses each term (fall and spring semesters). They will also have service and research obligations aligned to current university policy, which together will comprise 40 percent of the workload. Teaching will be conducted in multiple modalities, including in-seat, synchronous online, and asynchronous online formats using Canvas LMS. Service duties may include department-level program assessment and other committee work.

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in History, though ABD candidates will be considered if the degree will be granted prior to the start of the fall semester 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

A PhD in History.

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. Review of applications will begin February 2, 2026; however, this position will remain open until filled. Salary will be between $61,000 and $65,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2646
Type: Working 9 months per year
Position: Faculty Non-Tenure Track
Division: Office Of Academic Affairs