Rockford University, History
Assistant or Associate Professor of History, tenure-track
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Illinois, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor, Associate Professor |
Rockford University seeks candidates for a full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in history, appointment effective Fall 2017. The successful candidate will have a strong background in both European and non-Western (i.e. not European or U.S.) history. Responsibilities include teaching the Western Civilization survey, introductory and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of specialty, and courses in service to the major. Time period of specialization is open.
Excellent teaching ability is a must and candidates need an educational philosophy compatible with a private, independent institution and liberal arts-based curriculum. Teaching load is 12 credits per semester and applicants must have completed all Ph.D. requirements by the date of appointment. Participation in the University’s scholarly community, as well as service activities at the University, and in the larger local community is also expected of the successful candidate.
Rockford University’s search committees and hiring managers are especially interested in candidates who through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Rockford University is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Applications will be reviewed beginning December 10, 2016, but will be accepted until January 16, 2017. Please submit via e-mail a letter of application addressing qualifications for the position and a brief description of current research, a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching success, and three letters of recommendation (sent via separate e-mail) to HumanResources@rockford.edu.
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Website: | http://www.rockford.edu |
Primary Category: | World History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | European History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 11/23/2016 |
Closing Date | 01/16/2017 |