Norfolk State University, History

Assistant/Associate Professor, Colonial to Antebellum US History

 Pending expected funding, the History Department of Norfolk State University is seeking applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position to teach U.S. history surveys and upper-level undergraduate courses in Colonial/Antebellum U.S. History.

RESPONSIBILITIES:         Include teaching a 12-hour course load per semester, counseling students, serving on Departmental committees as needed, and attending required University functions.

 QUALIFICATIONS:           Historian with experience in teaching American history surveys and upper-level undergraduate courses in U.S history. Ph.D. preferred (or anticipated within a year of employment). Strong teaching skills, scholarly orientation and accomplishments, and computer literacy are essential.

 SALARY:                              Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 DEADLINE DATE:             Open until filled, but for full consideration of your candidacy, ensure that we receive all required documentation by July 15, 2011.

EFFECTIVE DATE:           August 15, 2011

 APPLICATION Procedure:        Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three signed, hard copy letters of recommendation, and official copies of all graduate transcripts to:

Charles H. Ford, Ph.D.

Acting Chair, History Department

Norfolk State University

700 Park Avenue

Norfolk, VA 23504

                                                chford@nsu.edu