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University of North Carolina - Greensboro - Assistant Professor of Public Histor

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University of North Carolina - Greensboro - Assistant Professor of Public History

Institution University of North Carolina - Greensboro 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. This position expands a thriving public history program in which students can receive a B.A. in History with a Public History concentration, a M.A. degree in History with a concentration in Museum Studies, and a Ph.D. in U.S. history with a minor concentration in Public History. Applicants with demonstrated experience in historic preservation, material culture, digital history, community-engaged practice, and/or oral history are particularly encouraged to apply. While 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 effective 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 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 our Public History programs and to the department, college, university and community.

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