Pennsylvania State University

Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor in History

Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor in History

The Department of History of The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor position (non-tenure-track) in modern European History for the 2024 academic year. This is a 36-week, term appointment (two academic semesters; this term has a possibility of renewal). The anticipated start date is January 1, 2024.

Responsibilities will include teaching six courses (three per semester). Topics of these courses may include History of Western Civilization, Modern Europe, and the World War II era. This position will include resident and normal university service.

The successful candidate will be expected to promote and advance the department's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We especially welcome applications from members of underrepresented communities.

Appointment would be at the appropriate rank of Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor. Rank to be decided based on qualifications.

A Master's degree or higher in History or a related field is required at the time of appointment. Applicants with a Ph.D. and/or teaching experience are preferred.

To be considered for this position, applications must be submitted electronically on https://apptrkr.com/4483717 and must include a formal letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for this job, a current curriculum vitae, evidence of any teaching excellence, and contact information for three references.

In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.

System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions about the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Kathryn Salzer (kes30@psu.edu).

Visit our website at https://history.la.psu.edu/ for more information on the Department of History

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to 75% tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26) and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information.

The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non-tenure-line faculty appointments. Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Apply online at https://apptrkr.com/4483717

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