Job Openings in the History Department

World History Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor

The Department of History at Auburn University invites applications to fill up to two (2) one-year, non-tenure track positions in its World History program. Appointment will be made at the rank of visiting assistant professor if the candidate has a PhD or at the rank of instructor if the candidate is an ABD. The appointment will begin August 16, 2008, and end on May 15, 2009. The appointments may be renewed for an additional year. PhD expected/ABD considered. The teaching assignment is four courses per semester. All appointees should be prepared to teach multiple sections of core courses in World History with potential to teach one or two courses other than World History if the opportunity arises.

Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply

Minimum Qualifications: ABD in History.

Application Procedure: Review of applications will begin June 2 and continue until the positions are filled. Please send a letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the address below:

Ms. Alfreda Cosby
Department of History
310 Thach Hall
Auburn University
Auburn, AL, 36849-5201
Phone: 334-844-6629
E-mail: cosbyas@auburn.edu

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Last updated May 12, 2008.