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Assistant Professor of Public History
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Overview
The Department of History at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Public History starting in January 2026. Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in History, Public History, American Studies, or a related field by January 1, 2026. The geographic area of specialization is open. UNCG is located in North Carolina’s third largest city. It is a diverse, learner-centered public research university with 18,000 students and over 200 graduate programs. It is designated as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University and is committed to increasing faculty diversity. Position Information
Position Number
1656 Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Public History Position Type
Tenure Stream Position Eclass
FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn Primary Purpose Of The Organizational Unit
The Department of History at UNCG seeks candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Public History starting January 2026. The department offers a B.A. in History with a Public History concentration, an M.A. in History with a Museum Studies concentration, and a Ph.D. in U.S. history with a minor concentration in Public History. UNCG is a Minority Serving Institution and fosters collaboration and community-engaged research. Position Summary
Stand-out applicants will have a strong track record in public practice, demonstrating imagination and skill in working collaboratively to connect history or historic sites with public audiences. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a dynamic research agenda; to inspire and train undergraduate and graduate students; and to join with existing faculty in program administration and long-term planning. Applicants with demonstrated experience in historic preservation, material culture, digital history, community-engaged practice, and/or oral history are particularly encouraged to apply. Although this is a tenure-track position, an appointment made effective January 1, 2026, will be as visiting assistant professor (pre-tenure-track) for the spring semester, with the tenure-track appointment commencing August 1, 2026. The visiting appointment is necessary to effectuate a normal tenure clock. Candidate must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in History or a related field by January 1, 2026. Responsibilities Include
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public history and in the candidate’s area of specialization, both in person and online. Continuing an active program of peer-reviewed scholarship and/or creative activity. Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Providing service and leadership for the Public History programs and to the department, college, university and community. Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should hold or anticipate holding a Ph.D in History or affiliated fields by January 1, 2026. Tenure Status
Tenure Track Special Instructions To Applicants
Statement of interest Curriculum Vita Statement of research and creative activity with applicable examples such as a portfolio and/or publications Statement of teaching philosophy and example syllabi Names, mailing addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers for 3 references Direct inquiries to History Professor Dr. Anne Parsons (aeparson@uncg.edu) Other Details
Recruitment Range
Competitive Org #-Department : History - 12210 Job Open Date
07/08/2025 For Best Consideration Date
09/01/2025 Open Until Filled
Yes FTE
1.000 Type Of Appointment
Permanent Number Of Months Per Year
9 Physical Effort
Reading, Writing, Vision, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting, Walking Work Environment
Inside, Outside Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
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The Department of History at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Public History starting in January 2026. Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in History, Public History, American Studies, or a related field by January 1, 2026. The geographic area of specialization is open. UNCG is located in North Carolina’s third largest city. It is a diverse, learner-centered public research university with 18,000 students and over 200 graduate programs. It is designated as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University and is committed to increasing faculty diversity. Position Information
Position Number
1656 Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Public History Position Type
Tenure Stream Position Eclass
FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn Primary Purpose Of The Organizational Unit
The Department of History at UNCG seeks candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Public History starting January 2026. The department offers a B.A. in History with a Public History concentration, an M.A. in History with a Museum Studies concentration, and a Ph.D. in U.S. history with a minor concentration in Public History. UNCG is a Minority Serving Institution and fosters collaboration and community-engaged research. Position Summary
Stand-out applicants will have a strong track record in public practice, demonstrating imagination and skill in working collaboratively to connect history or historic sites with public audiences. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a dynamic research agenda; to inspire and train undergraduate and graduate students; and to join with existing faculty in program administration and long-term planning. Applicants with demonstrated experience in historic preservation, material culture, digital history, community-engaged practice, and/or oral history are particularly encouraged to apply. Although this is a tenure-track position, an appointment made effective January 1, 2026, will be as visiting assistant professor (pre-tenure-track) for the spring semester, with the tenure-track appointment commencing August 1, 2026. The visiting appointment is necessary to effectuate a normal tenure clock. Candidate must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in History or a related field by January 1, 2026. Responsibilities Include
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public history and in the candidate’s area of specialization, both in person and online. Continuing an active program of peer-reviewed scholarship and/or creative activity. Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Providing service and leadership for the Public History programs and to the department, college, university and community. Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should hold or anticipate holding a Ph.D in History or affiliated fields by January 1, 2026. Tenure Status
Tenure Track Special Instructions To Applicants
Statement of interest Curriculum Vita Statement of research and creative activity with applicable examples such as a portfolio and/or publications Statement of teaching philosophy and example syllabi Names, mailing addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers for 3 references Direct inquiries to History Professor Dr. Anne Parsons (aeparson@uncg.edu) Other Details
Recruitment Range
Competitive Org #-Department : History - 12210 Job Open Date
07/08/2025 For Best Consideration Date
09/01/2025 Open Until Filled
Yes FTE
1.000 Type Of Appointment
Permanent Number Of Months Per Year
9 Physical Effort
Reading, Writing, Vision, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting, Walking Work Environment
Inside, Outside Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
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