University of West Florida, History

Visiting Assistant Professor, Specialization Open

The Department of History at the University of West Florida invites applications for a one-year, 9-month, Visiting Assistant Professor position (position 120440).  Specialization is open, although the department has special interest in candidates with the ability to teach course(s) in African, Asian, Latin American or Middle-Eastern history.  Other areas of interest may include, but need not be limited to public history or historic preservation.  In addition to teaching two survey courses, the successful candidate will teach two courses per semester in the scholar's specialization.  Preference will be given to candidates who have completed the dissertation and who have a record of successful teaching.  PhD is required and must show a record of successful teaching.

 
The University requires that all candidates apply online at https://jobs.uwf.edu.  Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references to the online jobsite by March 31, 2014. 

The University of West Florida (UWF) is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action employer.  A criminal background check is required for the successful candidate.  Pursuant to provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting the UWF Human Resources Department at 1-850-474-2694 (Voice) or 1-850-857-6114 (TTY).

For more information on the UWF History Department please see our website at http://uwf.edu/history.  Questions may be address by Dr. Matthew Pursell, mpursell1@uwf.edu.