Assistant Professor Of History

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Salary is commensurate with experience + qualifica...
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Early american history specialization
Active research agenda
Ph.d. in american history
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Early American History to join its Department of History, starting in August 2026. Candidates must hold a PhD in American history and demonstrate an active research agenda with teaching responsibilities that include courses on Early Republic and Antebellum America. **

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Early American History (before 1850) to start in August 2026.
  • The successful candidate will be expected to teach "Early Republic, 1789-1828," "Antebellum America," and "History of the American People to 1877," as well as offer instruction in areas of specialization.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Early American History to join its Department of History, starting in August 2026. Candidates must hold a PhD in American history and demonstrate an active research agenda with teaching responsibilities that include courses on Early Republic and Antebellum America. **

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications; Benefits: university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Early American History specialization
  • active research agenda
  • Ph.D. in American history
  • 2/2 teaching load
  • direct graduate research

Nice-to-have

  • excellence in teaching
  • service to the field
  • nationally recognized publications

Key Requirements

  • PhD in history by appointment date
  • Potential for active research agenda
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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