Assistant Professor of History

Assistant Professor of History

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of History.

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division History

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date 1/1/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, names and email addresses of three recommendations, teaching portfolio, and an article/chapter length writing sample. In addition, three confidential letters of recommendations should be sent directly to usmhistory1@gmail.com . Please apply by December 10, 2024 to receive full consideration.

Job Summary

The History program in the School of Humanities at the University of Southern Mississippi invites qualified applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in History with expertise in Public History. Individual research emphasis is open. The successful applicant should have a background working in one or more of the following: museums; historic sites or parks; cultural centers; historical societies; special archives and libraries; state, local, and federal historical agencies; Digital History; and/or private historical contracting.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Direct our graduate certificate in Public History

Direct our undergraduate Public and Applied History minor

Expand professional development opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students through relationships with public history institutions.

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in public history, world history surveys, and in area of expertise.

Direct theses and dissertations

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in history or a related field at the time of appointment. Promise of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service are expected. Background working in public history as described above.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office software

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nations leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.