Arkansas Tech University, History and Political Science
Visiting Assistant Professor of History. Modern Asia
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Arkansas, United States |
Position: | Visiting Assistant Professor |
The Department of History and Political Science at Arkansas Tech University is seeking applications for a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of History (Modern Asia). The position begins 15 August 2016 and ends 10 May 2017. Applicants must be able to teach upper-division courses in Japanese and East Asian history as well as introductory-level courses in World History. Teaching load is 4/4. PhD desired, ABD considered.
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech is a state supported, SREB four-year level III, liberal arts institution; the third-largest in the state with an enrollment of over 12,000 students. The Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock, boasts a charming blend of historic and modern architecture, including beautiful grounds and greenery. Offering over 100 undergraduate and more than 25 graduate degree programs across seven academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Arkansas Tech University is an AA/EOE employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Send letter of application, vita, copies of transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. David Blanks, Department Head, History and Political Science, Arkansas Tech University, Witherspoon 255, Russellville, AR 72801 or via email to dblanks@atu.edu. Application deadline is May 20, 2016. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Contact: |
Dr. David Blanks, Department Head, History and Political Science, Arkansas Tech University, Witherspoon 255, Russellville, AR 72801, dblanks@atu.edu |
Website: | http://www.atu.edu/catalog/undergraduate/colleges/arts_humanities/dept_history_pol_sci.php |
Primary Category: | Asian History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 05/01/2016 |
Closing Date | 07/28/2016 |