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The University of West Georgia is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of History Education in the School of Humanities with a start date of August 2026. The University of West Georgia offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support faculty and staff across multiple dimensions; health, wellness, financial security, and professional growth. Employees working at least 30 hours per week gain access to a range of health plans, retirement options, holidays, paid time off, and other benefits. UWG also supports professional development and campus resources to promote a healthy work-life balance. Job Details
Location: Carrollton, GA (The City of Dreams). The institution emphasizes a student-centered community and regional impact through its academic programs and public service. Job Summary
The University of West Georgia is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of History Education in the School of Humanities with a start date of August 2026. Required Qualifications
Required Education : Earned Ph.D. in History or History Education by July 31, 2026 Required Experience : Record of effective teaching at the post-secondary level Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Record of teaching history/social studies at the secondary (grades 6-12) level. Preference will be given to candidates who express an ability and desire to teach cross-listed courses, particularly with English, courses in digital humanities, or ones offering interdisciplinary approaches to the humanities. Salary
Salary
Commensurate With Experience And Qualifications. Proposed Salary
Salary Commensurate With Experience And Qualifications. Required Documents to Attach
Candidates should submit these materials no later than November 15, 2025. CV Cover Letter describing your interest in the position and related experiences in research and teaching. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Teaching portfolio containing a Statement of teaching philosophy and sample syllabi/lesson plans Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at the USG policy manual. Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia; credential verification, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made subject to applicable laws and university policies. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It recruits, hires, trains, promotes, and educates persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by law. Other Information
The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institution’s values guide operations and its vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries: Online Audio and Video Media
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The University of West Georgia is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of History Education in the School of Humanities with a start date of August 2026. The University of West Georgia offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support faculty and staff across multiple dimensions; health, wellness, financial security, and professional growth. Employees working at least 30 hours per week gain access to a range of health plans, retirement options, holidays, paid time off, and other benefits. UWG also supports professional development and campus resources to promote a healthy work-life balance. Job Details
Location: Carrollton, GA (The City of Dreams). The institution emphasizes a student-centered community and regional impact through its academic programs and public service. Job Summary
The University of West Georgia is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of History Education in the School of Humanities with a start date of August 2026. Required Qualifications
Required Education : Earned Ph.D. in History or History Education by July 31, 2026 Required Experience : Record of effective teaching at the post-secondary level Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Record of teaching history/social studies at the secondary (grades 6-12) level. Preference will be given to candidates who express an ability and desire to teach cross-listed courses, particularly with English, courses in digital humanities, or ones offering interdisciplinary approaches to the humanities. Salary
Salary
Commensurate With Experience And Qualifications. Proposed Salary
Salary Commensurate With Experience And Qualifications. Required Documents to Attach
Candidates should submit these materials no later than November 15, 2025. CV Cover Letter describing your interest in the position and related experiences in research and teaching. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Teaching portfolio containing a Statement of teaching philosophy and sample syllabi/lesson plans Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at the USG policy manual. Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia; credential verification, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made subject to applicable laws and university policies. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It recruits, hires, trains, promotes, and educates persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by law. Other Information
The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institution’s values guide operations and its vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries: Online Audio and Video Media
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