Assistant Professor - Tenure-Track - COLS | History

## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Assistant Professor - Tenure-Track - COLS | History## **Job Category:**Faculty## **Employment Type:**Regular## **Job Profile:**Assistant Professor## **Job Duties:**The Department of History in the College of Letters and Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a tenure-track faculty member in the area of Early American history (to 1877) beginning August 2026. This is a full-time position with responsibilities for teaching undergraduate courses in history, research, and service to the university, community, and profession. Research and teaching expertise should complement existing faculty expertise and may include the ability to teach women’s history, African-American history, public history or digital history**Job Details:**The successful candidate will be able to teach surveys of US history (to and from 1877), modern world history, and upper-level courses in their areas of expertise, including surveys of Colonial US history and the history of the American Revolution. The candidate will also be expected to pursue an active research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in publications and contributes to advancing the department, university, the profession, and society. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities and embrace the principles of diversity and inclusion as a member of the university community. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester.**Responsibilities**:Full-Time teaching responsibilities include History 124 or 125 (US History to/since 1877), CORE 120 (Historical Perspectives), and upper-level courses in areas of expertise. Research expectations include conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications. In addition, faculty members serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities. Service responsibilities include committee service at the departmental, college, and university levels as well as participation in community organizations and the discipline as relevant to the candidate’s expertise and interest. Faculty at UW-W may be required to teach in a variety of formats, including in-person, online and/or in a hybrid format. All students, faculty, and staff are required to ensure their materials are digitally accessible and utilize standard technology platforms supported by UW-Whitewater. Examples include, but are not limited to, Navigate, Canvas, and Microsoft Office applications – including Outlook, which is essential for university email communications and scheduling.**Department Information**:The Department houses 10 tenure-track historians, and three degree programs, including a highly successful BSE History Education and BA/BS Public History. More information about the History Department at UW-W is available at## **Key Job Responsibilities:****Department:**The Department of History**Compensation:**Well-qualified candidates can expect a minimum starting salary of $60,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System .**Required Qualifications:*** Ph.D. in History is required. ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2026; if not, they will be hired on a one-year contract with the understanding that their degree will be completed before January 2027 in advance of their first scheduled review.* Demonstrated excellence in teaching with an emphasis on promoting the success of undergraduate students, clear evidence of scholarly potential, commitment to working with inclusive populations and serving as active member of the university community.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills.**How to Apply:****Only complete application packages will be considered.** This includes online submission of the following documents:* Cover letter/letter of interest* Statement of teaching philosophy* Curriculum Vita* Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)* Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)**Contact Information:**If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu.For questions regarding this position, please contact:**Dr. Molly Patterson, Search Committee Chair**pattersm@uww.edu262/472-5155**To Ensure Consideration:****Applications received by November 8th, 2025, are ensured full consideration.** Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.## **CAMPUS INFORMATION:**UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs — online and in person — from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place.## **ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:**The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

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